Recent Dispatches
More reasons to stay away from the hospital this weekend
When the coronavirus pandemic first hit the U.S. earlier this year, some hospitals in a few overcrowded urban areas were overwhelmed with caring for patients with serious respiratory [...]
Protect your rights this Independence Day
This weekend, we celebrate our nation’s declaration of independence from England—which asserted our God-given rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This year, the holiday should [...]
This fiery food reduces chronic inflammation and extends lifespan
Some of my earliest exposure to hot peppers came from my Uncle Michele when I was a child, and again while in medical school. Before our Sunday family dinners in Pennsylvania, he would go out the [...]
Enjoy this one-pot seafood recipe this summer
I grew up near Gloucester and Rockport, Massachusetts—and still return there every summer. So, as you can imagine, I grew up enjoying lots of fresh-caught, local fish and seafood. Especially [...]
Oral B12 supplements help correct a deficiency better than injections
A deficiency in vitamin B12 can cause some pretty serious health issues. Including problems with your cognition, your immune system, and even your heart. And for a long time, doctors opted to [...]
New study squashes long-held theory about what causes Alzheimer’s disease
In my view, a new study published in Neurology should finally put to rest the long-held, but flawed theory that amyloid protein plaques in the brain cause Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and dementia. [...]
In Alzheimer’s disease, Brain Function, Brain Health, Daily Dispatch, Dementia
More than half of America’s food is unnatural, processed, “hyperpalatable” junk
According to a new study published in the journal Obesity, America’s food supply is overrun with virtually irresistible (to many), ultra-processed, “hyperpalatable” products. Which isn’t too [...]
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All Dispatches
- Five myths about eating meat…busted!
- American Heart Association finally issues warning against over-exercising
- Study tries to rewrite the science on moderate alcohol consumption
- Daily, low-dose aspirin cuts risk of this deadly cancer by more than 50 percent!
- Here’s why Alzheimer’s disease poses a far greater risk to women than men
- Lung cancer survival rates are improving, but we still have a long way to go
- No link between this “high cholesterol” food and heart disease
- Consuming these two wild flowers can add a big nutritional punch
- Three simple ways to cut healthcare costs as you get older
- The surprising health benefits of edible flowers
- Higher blood pressure linked to LOWER death rates in older adults
- More reasons to avoid these four ultra-processed foods
- “Insufficient” sunlight exposure heightens risk for this major, chronic condition
- ALERT: Lung disease death rates are still on the rise
- Attention women: Sunbathing can slash your risk of advanced breast cancer
- Coronavirus: Flawed strategy, not lack of supplies, hindering U.S. response
- The one medical screening you SHOULD get when you turn 65
- Overtreatment still a huge problem among older adults with Type II diabetes
- Could spending more time in the sun protect you in the age of coronavirus?
- More disturbing news about the statin-induced “gluttony effect”
- Common Insect repellant triples risk of dying from heart disease
- Could the coronavirus shutdown cause cancer death rates to rise?
- Do we really need yet another investigation into toxic statin drugs?
- American physicians finally speak out about these common, dangerous drugs for men
- Storage and safety tips for your coronavirus “supermarket stockpile”
- Four botanical remedies to strengthen your immune system
- Six foods to strengthen your immune system during—and after—the pandemic
- Social isolation can cause brain shrinkage—but doing this can fix it
- Research links common OTC painkiller to cancer
- CDC’s incompetence dates back much farther than its botched response to the coronavirus pandemic
- Does getting a flu shot increase coronavirus risk?
- Salt isn’t the enemy
- CDC’s claims about “superbug success” don’t add up
- Try planting these five mosquito-repelling plants in your garden this spring
- More reasons to skip the processed foods and “eat local” instead
- Prostate cancer rates are increasing among this group of men
- Prominent neurologist finally recommends this safe, effective, science-backed tool to prevent Alzheimer’s
- Men and women overcome alcohol problems without going “cold turkey”
- ALERT: Latest research shows low cholesterol could impair your ability to fight off infections like coronavirus
- Vegetarians more likely to “require” weight-loss surgery
- Stay home, but don’t rely on quick, easy, ultra-processed foods
- Tame chronic inflammation with these two simple, natural approaches
- These drugs may be the REAL reason why some older people are more susceptible to COVID-19
- The most important supplement you should take now—and all year-round
- Even before coronavirus, taking this OTC painkiller was a bad idea
- More reasons to enjoy Fish Fridays all year long—even after Lent is over
- Three more reasons why closing gyms for coronavirus is a good thing
- Why sunshine is vital during social isolation—and all year-round
- Ease anxiety with this fragrant French flower
- Supplements caused ZERO deaths in yet another record-smashing year
- These five medical myths just won’t go away
- EXPOSED: The clear cause of breast cancer
- A surprisingly simple way to combat back pain
- My three positive thoughts about coronavirus
- Why now is the perfect time to try “bathing” in the forest
- Here’s how I always enjoy a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dinner
- Strict blood sugar control is useless—even dangerous—in older adults with Type II diabetes
- Is this dangerous health hazard lurking in your shed?
- Four “divine” foods you should add to your diet
- Moderate alcohol consumption beats abstinence
- Eating more of THIS slashes your risk of dying from ANY cause!
- The tragic, unspoken side effects of “curing” cancer
- The Insider’s five-step preparedness plan for coronavirus
- Life expectancy continues to decline for these Americans
- Big food is trying to pull off one of the biggest hoaxes in history
- Dollar-a-day supplement prevents heart attacks and hospitalizations
- Two common heart surgeries DON’T benefit patients
- Even “minor” surgeries dramatically increase major mortality risk
- BEWARE: Your doctor may rely on inaccurate reporting
- Prevent asthma attacks this winter without resorting to drugs or inhalers
- Three science-backed tips for getting over a cold or the flu
- “Disarm” antibiotic-resistant superbugs with this ancient Indian spice
- Follow this President’s diet plan and shed unwanted pounds for good
- Enjoy these two Valentine’s Day “indulgences” all year long!
- Shrink your waistline in just 12 weeks with this “romantic” flower extract
- World’s most romantic flower combats insomnia, pain, and much more!
- Avoid painful kidney stones this winter—and year-round
- Bolster your natural defenses against winter’s worst with key minerals and foods
- The key to ironclad immunity lies with these five basic nutrients
- Lung cancer victims don’t get the care they need
- Rule out dementia in minutes with two easy non-invasive tests
- Get better sleep (and live longer) by exercising less!
- You CAN fight Type II diabetes—here’s how
- Five cold-weather tips that may add years to your life
- Soothe your joints, muscles, and mind with this ancient remedy
- Five medical myths standing between you and optimal health
- New discovery reveals a surprising secret to staying strong and steady as you age
- Amazon sells fake supplements—and knows it!
- Supercharge your brain in 2020 with this key supplement
- Komen breast cancer foundation does more harm than good
- 7 tips to avoid the flu without resorting to a vaccine
- Once-feared food reduces prostate cancer risk by 17 percent
- Statins cause yet another common, chronic disease
- Urgent heart warning for women
- “Fake” cancer diagnoses continue to plague Americans
- Five amazing health benefits from one ancient plant extract
- Doing THIS kills 90 percent of winter’s worst germs
- People with these three “bad” habits actually live longer
- More great reasons to ring in the New Year with a toast
- Five natural ways to raise your spirits
- Combat holiday carb overload with this festive spice
- Another holiday spice holds promise against Alzheimer’s
- Christmas Eve cocktail offers significant health benefits
- This holiday favorite helps detect early signs of dementia
- Cheers! A daily drink helps control this deadly chronic condition
- Toast your way to a healthier gut
- Here’s how you can treat arthritis pain without nasty side effects
- Don’t be fooled by the headlines—statins DO cause cognitive decline
- 5 reasons to enjoy apples this holiday season—and all year long
- Good marriages offer major health benefits
- 5 tips to help you remain confident behind the wheel
- Knee pain virtually vanishes in just 7 days with this popular spice
- Quicker diagnoses for fibromyalgia may be hiding in your gut
- Slash your blood pressure in eight weeks by eating more marinara sauce
- “Meatless Monday” propaganda poses a real threat to public health
- This holiday favorite protects against Alzheimer’s, cancer, and heart disease
- Fight inflammation with homemade pumpkin spice
- 5 tips to enjoy a happy and healthy Thanksgiving
- The tart Thanksgiving dish that can slash your diabetes risk
- Stop and embrace your family’s culinary traditions this Thanksgiving
- Sweet potatoes could lower risk of this common cancer
- Antibiotics linked to this deadly cancer
- Are CBD products really safe or effective?
- Men: Consider a “manogram” for prostate cancer screening
- Optimal levels of THIS vitamin can protect you against dementia and Type II diabetes
- Common vitamin slashes your risk of dying from cancer
- Common over-the-counter and prescription drugs linked to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- The surprising culprit behind debilitating falls—and 4 ways to avoid them
- Snowbirds protect their hearts by going south
- Prevent the flu with my tried-and-true “Lady Macbeth plan”
- Groundbreaking study overturns decades of lies about red meat
- Prevent prostate cancer—and avoid dangerous treatments—with these 3 powerhouse foods
- Trendy plant-based diets linked to frailty in older adults
- Mummies and “vampires” help us solve modern medical mysteries
- Slash common prostate problems by 36 percent in just 4 weeks with this fall favorite
- Don’t be fooled by the CDC’s latest “potion”
- This “spooky” mind-body approach has many powerful benefits
- 5 life-saving benefits of “deadly” nightshades
- The sweet treat you can indulge in guilt-free
- Probiotic supplements don’t boost gut health—do THIS instead
- Risk of “catastrophic cardiac events” skyrocket for men taking this common drug
- Natural approaches for mental health slowly gain acceptance
- Almost all new drugs offer NO benefit to patients
- This “forbidden” complex starch saved the world from starvation
- The hidden dangers of your green tea addiction
- The small food that packs a big nutritional and environmental punch
- This old, cultivated vegetable offers more than just nutrition
- The dark little treat that changed the world
- Minerals are a gold mine for lowering your blood pressure
- More reasons why I’ll never take blood pressure medication again
- Six foods that lower blood pressure—without drugs!
- This highly respected medical specialty offers harmful, low value care
- This tasty snack lowers risk of Type II diabetes, heart disease, and early death
- A drink (or two!) with dinner reduces your risk of this common lung disease
- Most cases of pre-diabetes never develop into full-blown disease
- Don’t buy into the new “plant-based” fake meat craze
- New prostate cancer screening could be a real game-changer for men
- Doctor-recommended treatment skyrockets Alzheimer’s risk in men
- 6 ways to combat BPH without resorting to drugs
- Neo-prohibitionists decry supposed “secondhand harms” of alcohol
- Short bursts of activity linked to improved brain health
- The secret to lowering your high blood pressure lies in your gut
- Working long hours increases your stroke risk
- Reduce the risks of prolonged sitting in just 21 minutes a day
- Prevent COPD with this simple, healthy habit
- Three tips for finding top-notch dietary supplements
- Here’s what big chains like GNC don’t disclose on their supplement labels
- Food labels galore…learn the truth behind each certification
- Six tasty foods to keep out of the fridge
- Research links oral contraceptives to breast cancer in women
- This common habit will kill you
- Exposing the flakes, fakes (phonies), and frauds in natural medicine
- Buyer beware of these trendy, overhyped supplements
- Is fungus to blame for your GI problems?
- Older adults with Type II diabetes…read this now!
- Four ways to protect yourself from food poisoning
- This amazing, natural extract improves BPH symptoms
- 70 percent of the antibiotics given to livestock affect your health, too
- Three Civil War-era plant remedies combat deadly antibiotic-resistant infections
- Is aspirin still right for you?
- Could improving food accessibility improve crime rates?
- These seven diet myths can lead you to an early grave
- Who does your doctor really work for?
- Prepare NOW for hurricane season
- Thank you Deepak Chopra
- This trendy diet DOUBLES your risk of anxiety and depression
- Modern medicine “manages” chronic disease—but why not aim to cure?
- Scalding hot tea nearly doubles the risk of this deadly cancer
- More than half of these scientific conclusions published in prestigious journals are embellished
- These seven jobs increase your cancer risk
- Overcome a family history of heart disease with these three simple steps
- Medicare can and must change to survive
- The truth behind the headlines on this critical heart health vitamin
- Skimping on these foods could kill you faster than eating the occasional fast food burger
- Should you become an organ donor? Read THIS first…
- Natural approaches provide relief from these common women’s health problems
- 6 places where germs lurk at all times
- Genetic links to this common cancer ignored for decades
- New prostate cancer treatment can cause more harm than good
- Common prostate drugs boost Type II diabetes risk
