Recent Dispatches
Dollar-a-day supplement prevents heart attacks and hospitalizations
Heart failure, which is characterized by a long-term, chronic shortage of blood to the heart, is the leading cause of hospitalization among older adults in the U.S. And it’s particularly lethal. [...]
Two common heart surgeries DON’T benefit patients
A massive, $100 million study recently looked at outcomes for men and women with blocked arteries who received two common, but highly invasive, surgical procedures. It turns out, they fare no [...]
In Cardiovascular Health, Daily Dispatch, Heart Disease, Heart Health
Even “minor” surgeries dramatically increase major mortality risk
As I often report, any and all types of surgeries have their risks. And it’s important to weigh those risks before making a decision to undergo a procedure—no matter how “common,” or even [...]
BEWARE: Your doctor may rely on inaccurate reporting
I’ve been critical of “fake news” in mainstream health reporting for a long time. These news stories often contain “spin” and reflect biased reporting of scientific findings. Often—they [...]
Prevent asthma attacks this winter without resorting to drugs or inhalers
Extreme cold is still hitting many parts of the United States, which isn’t good news if you suffer from asthma. Of course, most doctors only talk about different inhalers and drugs that you can [...]
Three science-backed tips for getting over a cold or the flu
There are many theories circulating about how to shorten the duration of a cold or the flu. Some folks swear by the old adage, “feed a cold, starve a fever.” But instead of relying on some old [...]
“Disarm” antibiotic-resistant superbugs with this ancient Indian spice
You may have seen more cases of the dangerous and potentially deadly methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus—more commonly known as MRSA—on the news lately. In fact, a healthy, high school [...]
In Antibiotics, Curcumin, Daily Dispatch, Superbugs, Turmeric
All Dispatches
- 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
- Life, liberty, and the pursuit of good health
- Regain your independence by reversing Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Jefferson’s table revolutionizes American cuisine: Blending vittles and visitors in Virginia
- Good news! Small farms are making a comeback in the U.S.
- ALERT: July is the most dangerous time of year to be in the hospital
- Here’s another reason to skip your “routine” colonoscopy
- This osteoporosis drug is linked to heart attack, stroke, and sudden death
- Huge, new dietary supplement study lacks credibility
- Can you actually overdose on vitamin D?
- Even low doses of this key vitamin boost cognition in older women
- The truth behind Florida’s “red tide”
- Your diet at any stage in life DOES matter
- President Truman’s advice for a long, happy, healthy life
- Clinical trials exclude older adults to improve their outcomes
- Be cautious of popular low-carb diets
- These six powerful botanical remedies date back to the Bible
- Tips for staying active and healthy during the work day
- The 7 major benefits of working from home
- Are plant extracts now potent enough to improve your blood sugar?
- New Type II diabetes drugs linked to fatal gangrene
- EXPOSED: The real causes of heart disease and Type II diabetes
- The real cause of Alzheimer’s has been hiding in plain sight
- Slew of drugs and supplements linked to liver injury
- Sunscreens exceed “safe” toxin levels within just hours
- THIS so-called “superfood” is anything but…
- Mom was wrong about the most important meal of the day
- The doctor-recommended treatment killing half of cancer patients within 30 days
- Urgent alert for men: Routine prostate screening may increase risk of death
- How well are you aging?
- The powerful, FREE “cure-all” that can even reduce crime
- One Asian spice provides countless benefits
- 5 tips for streamlining your vitamin regimen
- Alzheimer’s disease linked to drugs doled out like candy to women
- Too much testosterone linked to three deadly outcomes
- 5 tips to help you “just say no” and take more control of your life
- 92 percent of cardiologists’ recommendations are complete malarkey
- Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with two delicious AND nutritious recipes
- How to pick the perfect pepper—and reap the rewards
- The one prescription I would write for everyone
- My favorite exercise slows aging by decades
- You can avoid getting “too much” vitamin D—despite what you’ve heard
- Make the most of each breath and improve your overall health
- More fake news from behind the lines of the “war on cancer”
- Is this shocking discovery about prostate cancer treatment too good to be true?
- What NASA astronauts are teaching us about our health
- New research links common weight-loss trick to early death
- The tiny treat that lowers blood pressure just as well as drugs—without the side effects
- The risk of eating processed food just got deadly
- Try this old Yankee trick for a green lawn
- How being social can reduce inflammation and disease risk
- REVEALED: The REAL cause of colon cancer (and it’s NOT what you think)
- 3 reasons why we should observe daylight saving time year-round
- Ancient Babylonian recipes debunk the modern “paleo” diet
- 7 simple ways to stay youthful and fit—without running a marathon
- Halt aging in its tracks by cutting these foods from your diet
- Five foods every man should eat to avoid prostate cancer
- Why giving up meat can’t save the planet — or your life
- [EXPOSED!] Huge new study reveals 4 deadly statin lies big pharma has been selling us for decades
- The fitness myth that could send you to an early grave
- ALERT: Are you drinking poison with your dinner?
- The no-equipment, no-cost approach to getting fit
- Egg study lays stink bomb of fake news (and it smells like rotten eggs)
- 12 bug-repelling plants to put in your garden this spring
- 6 medical terms you need to know to slow aging
- This silent killer can increase your heart attack risk by up to 60 percent
- Potatoes are actually good for you — in moderation
- The tasty, healthy benefits of my favorite St. Patrick’s Day staples
- Live longer and breathe easier with one quick fix
- Mother Nature’s “secret weapon” for optimal health and longevity
- Major missteps of today’s “pop” Paleo diet
- Reverse the No. 1 cause of disease and aging with these 5 foods
- This common deficiency could kill half the world’s population
