By now, you’ve probably heard that alcohol is dangerous and should only be consumed sparingly, if at all. But can I be honest with you? I’m not entirely sure what’s driving this new belief [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
Quit smoking with new tech?
I think technology is pretty amazing. And I always get excited about new advancements. We’re living in the information age and it’s moving fast—whether we’re ready or not. (You don’t want to miss [...]
Loneliness steals your livelihood (and your health)
If the COVID-19 crisis taught us one thing, it’s this… Social connections are crucial for both our health and well-being. Even before the pandemic, mounting evidence linked social isolation and [...]
Spreading kindness on Valentine’s Day—and year-round
Happy Valentine’s Day! Today, I want to share a heart-warming message. It’s something I think about often—and I encourage you to do the same… Be kind to yourself. And treat yourself with the same [...]
Will Big Pharma profit from this key heart health metric?
I want to reacquaint you with what may be the most important heart health metric. It’s even more important than cholesterol or blood pressure—because it can predict your risk of heart disease, [...]
Longer lives and sicker bodies: Where’s the disconnect?
I recently came across an analysis exploring the healthspan-lifespan connection. In other words, how long we live (lifespan) versus how many of those years are healthy (healthspan). Obviously, we [...]
The coffee-drinking hack you NEED to know about
If there’s one habit my patients worry about more than any other, it’s how much coffee they drink. That’s why it isn’t unusual to hear me discussing the potential health benefits and risks of [...]
Whey protein to the rescue: Brain-boosting benefits?
Whey protein shakes have long appealed to fitness enthusiasts. Meanwhile, for years, many of you have overlooked these drinks. But research continues to highlight the health-boosting benefits of [...]
Can a “beer gut” predict longevity?
Many people believe it’s inevitable to develop a “beer gut” as we age. After all, that’s just a sign that our metabolism has slowed down… right? Not so fast. There’s more to the story. Scientists [...]
Full pantry, empty nutrients: Are you fueling malnutrition?
As a child, I would donate part of my allowance each week to organizations that helped feed starving children across the world. (Images of bloated bellies on skeletons in both India and Africa [...]