Recently, the government has declared another permanent “war,” this time, against superbugs. Especially MRSA—the drug-resistant bacteria that kills over 5,000 Americans a year.1 But just like the [...]
Author: Dr. Micozzi
Blueberry benefits—ripe for the picking
This is the perfect time of year to pick blueberries—either in the forests of New England or in the aisles of your local farmers’ market. Not only are blueberries good for your taste buds, but [...]
African “tree of life” yields a nutritional gold mine—proving this is one superfood worthy of the title
Every other week it seems something new is being touted as the next “superfood.” So it’s hard to take the claims seriously. But when it comes to baobab, there’s plenty of truth behind the hype. [...]
How to B-eat the heat this summer
We are constantly learning more about the health benefits of B vitamins. And now, research shows that the B vitamin folic acid may be a natural, inexpensive way to help you keep your cool in the [...]
Ask the Insider–Autism
Q: I have a 25 year old son who I believe has some Asperger’s/autistic tendencies as well as depression and possible bipolar. Do you have any suggestions/recommendations for him? Dr. Micozzi: [...]
Scientists uncover more benefits of sun exposure
Whenever I spend time in the yard in the early morning, I close my eyes and lift my face to the sun. The warmth spreads through me, and I can feel the stress of facing another day leave my body. [...]
Your best bet for low back pain, “hands down”
A new study published in the medical journal Spine found that spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) used by chiropractors and physical therapists is far more effective for treating back pain than [...]
Most popular sunscreens aren’t safe or don’t work well
Photophobic doctors and health experts scare you into thinking you need to slather on sunscreen anytime you go out in the sun. In fact, they tell you to apply the sunscreen before you even leave [...]
Low vitamin D results in more aggressive melanoma
Photophobic doctors and public health officials warn you to stay out of the sun to reduce your risk of malignant skin cancer. But in a new study, men and women with low vitamin D levels (one real [...]
New study spotlights four more outrageous dangers of statin drugs
New research links cholesterol-lowering statin drugs to four more deadly outcomes. I’ll tell you all about these outrageous new findings in a moment. But first, let’s back up… I first learned [...]