“Do not go gentle into that good night.” This famous poem was published in 1953 by the Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, just a year before his untimely death at age 39. I’ve been thinking recently about [...]
Category: Insiders’ Cures
URGENT ALERT: The life-saving reason why you need to get outside this month
In the post-World War I era and throughout most of the 1900s, a suntan was a sign of health and prosperity. Only the more affluent could afford to vacation on warm, sandy beaches, or engage in [...]
What you REALLY need to know about Medicare: My tried-and-true tips to getting the coverage you need—without wasting any of your precious time OR money
Six months ago, I had my 65th birthday. Appropriately enough, I’m writing this from Florida—although unlike many of my neighbors, I’m a long way from retirement. My neighbors and I do share one [...]
Pretty and practical: The nine best pest-repelling plants for your garden this spring
This month marks the beginning of spring, where we can finally enjoy watching plants and trees bloom back to life. But of course, this also means insects will soon be making an appearance too. [...]
No blarney here!
Why a traditional St. Patrick’s Day spread is one of the healthiest meals you can eat St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most globally celebrated national holidays. And it may surprise you to learn [...]
Diffusing the hype on essential oils
How this “wellness trend” may be the answer to deadly antibiotic resistance I often write about how simple solutions like eating right, washing your hands regularly, and using herbal remedies can [...]
NEWS ALERT: Popular plant-based diets are not as healthy as they claim
What you should REALLY be eating for a stronger body and longer life The nuttier (so to speak) elements of the natural products industry are breathless with excitement about what they call a new [...]
URGENT: Why this month poses the deadliest risks to your health
How to safeguard yourself against winter’s wrath In his 1922 poem “The Waste Land,” T.S. Eliot wrote that April is the cruelest month. But I’d have to disagree. Instead, I think February should [...]
The 3 biggest threats to safe, holistic health care
How to keep yourself safe and get the quality treatment you need One of the big problems with modern healthcare in the U.S. is medical overspecialization. Physicians these days tend to have a [...]
The dark days of winter bring risks for brain health
The major link between dementia and winter depression. Plus, the simple, low-cost solution. During winter in the Arctic and Antarctic regions, the sun completely disappears below the horizon for [...]
