I often present the scientific facts about the health benefits of moderate alcohol consumption. And I actually encourage you to enjoy a toast or two — even three — when celebrating the holidays [...]
Author: Dr. Micozzi
What can elephants tell us about Alzheimer’s disease?
“Alzheimer’s fight falling flat.” I came across that headline in a recent news report. And sad to say, it was right on target. Granted, some scientists have begun to step outside their [...]
Sensible strategies to reduce your fall risk
A few weeks ago at our editorial headquarters in Baltimore, they experienced a surprise, early snowfall. So, it’s a good time to talk a bit more about how to prevent falls and injuries in [...]
Cognitive problems linked to popular “probiotic” health supplements
A brand-new study found that taking probiotic supplements can cause serious, cognitive side effects. But I’m not all that surprised. I’ve never recommended taking probiotic supplements, which [...]
Five tips for avoiding a heart attack this winter
A new study published in the JAMA Cardiology came away with interesting findings about the connection between cold weather and an increased risk for a heart attack. But, there’s one glaringly [...]
Cutting salt doesn’t improve outcomes for this chronic disease
Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death for men and women in America. And for nearly a century, mainstream medicine has advised people with heart disease to restrict salt intake as a means of [...]
Six simple ways to fight disease with food—without giving up the things you love
There’s nothing like the holiday food frenzy to make you really think about what you’re eating… And it can be hard to resist temptations like the cheese dip at your neighbor’s party, that [...]
How holiday baking can help reduce your risk of diabetes
It’s no secret that your health improves after you cut back on carbs—including refined wheat and other grains. But holiday baking typically requires plenty of grain-based flour. So does that mean [...]
BREAKING: New research shows dietary supplements may actually cure heart disease
I always advise you to take a dietary supplement for at least two months to garner the most benefits. And there’s good reason for that… When you take a drug, it’s like hitting a nail on the head [...]
WARNING: New research shows probiotic supplements may be doing more harm than good
There’s a lot of confusion about probiotics. And a lot more myth than science being spread by the natural products industry and practitioners who really ought to know better. Probiotics are the [...]
