Researchers recently discovered an ancient East Indian herb could help fight off some the most dangerous germs around. In fact, in lab studies, this ancient herb stopped the dangerous bacteria [...]
Category: General Health
Follow these six rules for keeping your hands germ-free
Earlier this month, I reminded you of the problems associated with the influenza vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) even admitted that this year’s vaccine is a complete failure. They [...]
Legalization of marijuana brings greater problems
A lot of people think you can’t overdose on marijuana. But that statement defies logic. Of course, you can overdose on marijuana, as with any drug or herb. Just ask all the overworked ER nurses [...]
Triclosan continues to cause harm
The cold and flu season is in full swing. So you need to make sure you wash your hands and face frequently with soap and water. You can also keep some hand sanitizer with you and in your car for [...]
Beware of these gimmicky “health” foods in 2015
Perhaps you resolved to eat right and lose some weight in the New Year. And that’s a great resolution. But it’s a jungle out there. It can be hard to go it alone and make good choices. Plus, it [...]
Give up this dangerous habit in 2015
If you only give up one thing in the New Year, give up soda. And it’s so easy to do. Maybe you grew up calling it pop or even tonic, like me in New England. But thankfully, no matter what you [...]
Can you hear me now…?
Many people don’t have old-fashioned, landline telephones anymore. They only use cell phones. But all this “progress” comes at a price. By now, everyone is well aware of the dangers of talking [...]
The “fab four” mainstream diets miss the mark
Right after Thanksgiving, I warned you against trying six extreme diets that promise quick weight-loss. But, as I explained last month, these unproven, fad diets are dangerous and ineffective [...]
One of government’s biggest betrayals against American public health
Thirty years ago, I witnessed one of modern history’s biggest betrayals of the American people’s health. The academic-government-industrial-medical complex abandoned victims of the nation’s No. 1 [...]
On the street where you live
Over the Thanksgiving holiday, the highways will be jam-packed with traffic. And you might not be able to avoid them entirely over the next few days, if you’re planning to visit family and [...]