Yesterday, I told you about AARP’s list of 50 things you can do to help improve your longevity. Another tip on their list was to get a pet. Studies show keeping and caring for pets can lower your [...]
Author: Dr. Micozzi
11 great tips to help you live longer
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) has millions of members 50 years and older. And I don’t think there’s a government program AARP doesn’t like. But it does offer some valuable, [...]
Cutting cost of fruits and vegetables could save 150,500 lives
For decades, the government gave out the wrong dietary recommendations. Its misguided campaigns against dietary cholesterol, saturated fats, and salt contributed in large measure to the epidemic [...]
Little-known dangers of “dry” and “delayed” drowning
I often recommend swimming or just moving in water. It’s good, total-body exercise that’s easy on your joints, especially as you get older. Plus, at this time of year, you can swim outside in [...]
Don’t be afraid to grill outdoors this summer
Last month, a study made more “fake news” headlines claiming that eating red meat increases your health risks. But when I looked closely at the original study, the data showed that the real [...]
EPA accused of collusion to cover up cancer-herbicide link
Despite the new administration’s attempts to breathe fresh air into Washington, D.C., crony capitalism continues in many federal government agencies. For example, the EPA recently initiated a [...]
More reasons to avoid calcium supplements
Calcium is an essential mineral best-known for its role in supporting healthy bones. (Although vitamin C, vitamin D, and magnesium are just as important for healthy bones.) It also supports [...]
The drug- and scalpel-free way to slow colon cancer
Research shows B vitamins, vitamin D, and daily aspirin can help reduce the risk of developing colon cancer. These natural, prevention methods are important. But it’s also important to look at [...]
Breast cancer from contact with cell phones
A new, sobering report links cell phone exposure to the development of breast cancer. The report appeared in Case Reports in Medicine, which publishes clinical observations that don’t get [...]
Snack food boosts colon cancer survival rates by up to 57 percent
A new study presented the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting found that men and women diagnosed with colon cancer who eat one type of snack food improve their overall survival [...]