We’re living longer than ever. But we’re also watching rates of cognitive decline and dementia climb right alongside our aging population. Billions of dollars have been poured into research. Yet [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
The aging gut problem NO ONE talks about
As we get older, certain things become more common—digestive upset, bloating, fatigue. Most people shrug it off as “normal aging.” But more often than not, these are signs that your gut [...]
The heart risk factor doctors IGNORED for 20 years
It has taken my entire career for the medical establishment to catch up to something I’ve been saying for decades. Long before it was profitable—or “fashionable,” as I like to say—I made reducing [...]
This combo SHRINKS dangerous fat
I talk a lot about diet and exercise. They’re two of the most powerful modifiable lifestyle factors that support your health and longevity. And when it comes to weight loss, the impact goes far [...]
Muscle loss after 60? This could be the culprit
As an older adult, you’ve likely heard the same familiar advice when it comes to body composition… Eat more protein, prioritize strength training, and move your body. While those strategies [...]
Want to heal your gut? Try THIS
Far too few clinicians ever discuss exercise goals with their patients. But it’s something I address at every single visit—and for good reason. Regular movement lowers cardiovascular risk, [...]
Eat 57% MORE food—and still LOSE weight!
Who doesn’t want to be told they can eat MORE food—and still LOSE weight? Well, allow me to let you in on a little secret… You can—if you follow the simple nutritional advice I’ve been sharing [...]
The “health foods” irritating your gut
A lot of people are embracing plant-based eating. Some believe it’s better for their health—and for the planet. While I don’t believe a plant-based diet is superior to a balanced, [...]
The truth about aspirin and your health
If you’re taking a daily low-dose aspirin, you probably started for a good reason. Maybe you were told it would protect your heart. Maybe you heard it could lower your stroke risk. Or perhaps you [...]
Is this DOUBLING your MS risk? (Here’s what to do…)
I don’t often write about multiple sclerosis (MS). But maybe I should. My cousin has lived with it for most of her adult life. She’s been in a wheelchair for years. And I’ve seen firsthand how [...]