I’ve been railing against sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) for my entire career. Decades ago, I called them out as one of the worst sources of empty calories. But as study after study has shown, [...]
Tag: Disease
Ditch disease risk… with a dog!
I love all animals without exception. But I am especially fond of dogs. My little guy, Remington, passed last year. I still miss him and think about him every day. So, when studies come across my [...]
[Pet lovers unite] Dogs ward off disease?
I have been a “dog dad” most of my life. I personally can attest to all of the benefits that come along with that great responsibility of caring for another life. Of course, this is [...]
Walking SLASHES your risk of three DEADLY diseases?
Walking is a normal part of my life. But I’m lucky enough to live in a city where I can walk virtually anywhere. Not everyone has this luxury. That said, my hope is that you seek out [...]
The secret to keeping disease away lies in more than just your DNA
Earlier this week, I explained how genetics are just one piece of the puzzle where the obesity epidemic is concerned—and not even the biggest one, at that. But the fact is, DNA is just one factor [...]