Probiotics 101: How to pick the right supplement
“How do I know which probiotic to choose?” George from Staten Island, New York Hi George, There are actually two areas you should focus on when it comes to picking out a probiotic. The first area is supplement QUALITY. The truth is not all supplement manufacturers produce good products. That means you have to be...
Dementia risk drops dramatically with THIS move [STUDY]
It’s so subtle, you hardly notice at first. Perhaps you forget an appointment here or there. Maybe you misplace your keys or blank on a neighbor’s name. But then you forget something more significant. Like how to get home from a store or to pay the mortgage. And then it starts to hit home… Your...
Kidney problem risk reduced by eating more of THIS
People ask me all the time about protecting their brain or heart health. And everyone wants tips on how to tame blood pressure and control blood sugar. But no one ever asks how to protect their kidneys. Here’s why that’s a BIG problem… If you were to look at everyone in the United States right...
POTENT Combo Fights Frailty
If you live long enough, you will eventually become frail. When you’re frail, you’re vulnerable. You’ve lost your built-in reserves, so even minor changes, such as an infection, can trigger major declines in your health. You’re more likely to fall, experience medication side effects, have difficulty moving around safely on your own, and you may...
Surprising Solution SLASHES Heart Risk
Raise your hand if you’re worried about your heart risks. Everyone reading this should have their hand up. Why? Because heart disease is the most likely cause of death. And ladies, that INCLUDES you. Recently, women have caught up to men and have almost the same risk of dying from heart disease as guys. You’re...
HIDDEN Depression Trigger (Beware!)
There are plenty of reasons to feel sad these days. The global pandemic, violence, natural disasters, and divisive politics top the list. And we certainly HAVE seen an uptick in the number of people dealing with depression lately. But what if there was something else going on? What if your depression had NOTHING to do...
Potent Pair SLASHES Alzheimer's Plaques
Aging comes with lots of changes. We expect things like graying hair and wrinkles. But for some folks, an unexpected change takes place on the inside. And trust me, this ISN’T a club you want to be part of. Because if you’re in this group, your brain gets silently gunked up with a “sludge” called...
MAILBAG: Is COVID or the flu MORE dangerous?
“What’s more dangerous, the flu or COVID?” -Anette from Tallahassee, Florida Hi Anette, This is the million-dollar question right now, isn’t it? Let’s start with COVID: We don’t actually know how deadly COVID is because of vaccinations and the mask mandates that most people followed. Fortunately, we successfully dodged a lot of deaths because of...
Bad Breath Fix BANISHES "Dragon Breath"
You’re worried that you may have bad breath. So you breathe into your cupped hand to check. And you’re right. Your breath IS kicking. Sound familiar? We’ve ALL been there before. And there’s no reason to feel bad about having less than fresh breath from time to time. Occasional bad breath is perfectly normal. Maybe...
5-Minute Solution REVERSES Sedentary Damage
I’m sure you’ve heard the news in recent years about how harmful sitting is for your health. In fact, I’ve talked about it right here in Living Well Daily. Major health associations have likened sitting to smoking. And they’re right. Planting your bum on the couch to binge-watch your favorite TV show for hours or...
THIS Vitamin D Mistake Could KILL You
If you don’t know that you should be taking a vitamin D supplement, ESPECIALLY during the winter, I need to step up my game. I get it. You may be like me, full of the best intentions but sometimes lacking a little when it comes to follow through. Or you may feel like you spend...
Veggie Extract Turns Back the Clock on Brain Age
You’re likely not familiar with the word neuroplasticity. But trust me when I tell you you’re going to want to do everything you can to enhance it. Because if you want to keep your brain in tip-top condition as you add more candles to your birthday cake, then boosting it is the name of the...
Don't Make This Devastating Hearing Loss Mistake
When patients come in to talk about their health they typically want to address the BIG issues. The focus is often on heart health, blood sugar control, digestion problems, or pain. I RARELY have someone complain to me about hearing loss. There are many reasons for this. But one of the main ones is that...
MAILBAG: Easy Ways to LOSE a Few Pounds
“My wife is driving me crazy telling me I need to lose weight. I walk our dog 15 minutes a day and like to think I eat relatively healthy. Is there anything I should completely avoid or be doing to lose a few?” – Walter from Lansing, Michigan Hi Walter, Ironically, I spotted your question...
Dodge Processed Food Damage with THIS Nutrient Hack
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Let’s face it, not one of us is a saint. We ALL cheat on our diet from time to time. Now, I regularly warn folks about the dangers of eating processed foods. But I’m no different than the next guy. Whether it’s because I’m traveling, having dinner out with friends,...
IBD Trigger Dumped into Food?! [Disturbing]
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Cases of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) have increased over the last 50 years. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are the most common. While scientists are still scratching their heads about why IBD develops, a few things are certain: IBD is the result of chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. The...
Simple Snack Trick RECHARGES Your Microbiome
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, There are trillions of microorganisms living ON and IN your body. The microorganisms that call your gut home are collectively called the microbiome. And if you’re a regular Living Well Daily reader, you ALREADY know they’re a BIG deal. Our microbiome: helps us digest what we eat extracts vital vitamins...
"Brain Hack" Beats Anxiety as Well as Drugs!
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Our medical system suffers from a severe case of willful ignorance. It regularly turns a blind eye to the obvious. Medical professionals like me take an oath to first do no harm. But then, nine times out of ten, patients walk out of their doctor’s office with a prescription for a...
Natural Duo SPEEDS COVID recovery?!
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, One day, when I was still in medical school, our professor brought in a Native American healer. He was ancient and needed help walking to his seat and sitting down. But he STILL had a commanding presence. And he said some things that day that will stick with me for...
MAILBAG: Should You Say "Yes" to the Flu Shot? (or Not?)
“What’s your take on the flu vaccine? I can’t decide if I should get it.” -Veronica, from Cleveland, OH Hi Veronica, The choice to get the flu vaccine or not is very personal. There’s no single answer that applies to everyone. But I can share some of the guidelines I use to help my patients...