New research published last month in JAMA Pediatrics links maternal use of acetaminophen (Tylenol) during pregnancy to behavioral problems in children. But for some unthinkable reason, doctors [...]
Author: Dr. Micozzi
The terrifying virus no one is talking about
Earlier this year, I did my best to warn you that the Zika virus was a much bigger threat than the government wanted us to believe. (In fact, just last week, I told you about some concerning new [...]
Hispanics hold key to youth and longevity
One of the things I enjoy about living in the Sarasota, Florida, area is the heritage associated with early Spanish explorers. Ponce de Leon was the first Spanish explorer who came to Florida. [...]
The common supplement that can skyrocket your diabetes risk
Last week, I reminded you to never take a supplement containing iron unless you’ve been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia by a qualified physician. Research dating back decades links excess [...]
New, must-see research on increasing your lifespan
Readers sometimes remark about how often I reference vitamin D. And rightly so. But I go with the science. And when it comes to all the new research on vitamins, it seems as though there is [...]
Lower your cancer risk by 83 percent with one simple vitamin
Last time, I told you about new evidence that vitamin D directly affects genes associated with aging. And today, I’m going to turn to an even bigger vitamin D finding. A finding so big, it should [...]
CDC response to Zika is either incompetent…or negligent
The more science that emerges about Zika, the worse it sounds for average Americans. In fact, the researchers just released a new, alarming report about how the virus can permanently damage adult [...]
Watch out for dangerous half-truths on the internet
I marvel at what some of the “natural-know-it-alls” and “johnnie-come-lately” doctors put out on the internet. Some of their nutritional advice is so outdated, it reeks. And the websites don’t [...]
Zesty herb helps body flush toxins linked to cancer, dementia, and heart disease
One of my favorite things about preparing and eating fresh, homemade salsa is the cilantro. In fact, I enjoy finding fresh, fragrant bunches of it in the produce section at the local grocery [...]
Not all caffeinated drinks created equal
On Tuesday, I reported on the many health benefits of drinking coffee. But don’t be fooled into thinking all caffeinated drinks confer benefits. Far from it. Take so-called “energy drinks,” for [...]