Despite the catchy name, the two, massive research projects known as the “Decades of the Brain” were an absolute bust. They failed to produce a single, viable treatment—much less a cure—for [...]
Category: Prescription Drugs
You CAN fight Type II diabetes—here’s how
Until very recently, mainstream medicine didn’t consider Type II diabetes to be a reversible disease. Once you developed it, it was a “life sentence” and you could only hope to “manage” it with [...]
Common over-the-counter and prescription drugs linked to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Yesterday, I reported how certain prescription drugs can increase the risk of suffering a debilitating fall, even among middle-aged adults. But really—that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it [...]
The surprising culprit behind debilitating falls—and 4 ways to avoid them
Today, on Veteran’s Day, we honor the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces. And many actually continue serving our country, even long after they leave active duty, by [...]
Almost all new drugs offer NO benefit to patients
Well, what a surprise. A large German study has found that very few new prescription drugs that enter the market actually help the patient. Clearly, as I’ve said all along, the real reason why [...]
Lifespans in U.S. on the decline despite increases in healthcare spending
When I was in Southeast Asia in the 1970s, I learned that high-tech medicine isn’t usually the answer to better health for more people. And my time there inspired me to find ways to incorporate [...]
The No. 1 cause of dangerous falls among elderly Americans
If you’re an elderly adult, the simple walk to your car could potentially result in a serious, life-changing fall. And the older you are, the greater your risk. In fact, about 30 percent of [...]