“Lights Out” Method SLASHES Diabetes Risk
We all know that diet and exercise are crucial in preventing type 2 diabetes. But what if I told you that making a simple change to your sleeping environment could ALSO significantly dial down your risk? A groundbreaking new study suggests that this easy, no-cost strategy could be a powerful tool in our diabetes prevention...
Hidden Heatwave Threat REVEALED
Heat waves can have serious consequences. After all, staying cool isn’t just a comfort issue. When the mercury soars, it threatens your health—especially when you’re a senior. There are various reasons for this, including chronic medical conditions and bodies that just don’t regulate temperature as well as they once did. But there’s another heat-linked threat...
Mailbag: Don’t Miss These Dementia Red Flags
“I’ve noticed that my memory isn’t as sharp as it used to be. I often forget where I’ve placed my keys or struggle to recall names. Should I be worried about dementia since it runs in my family? When should I worry?” – Elizabeth Hi Elizabeth, It’s totally normal to have some memory slips as...
“Emotional” Trigger Sends Stroke Risk Soaring 56%
Back in the day, we didn’t “talk about our feelings.” Instead, we were supposed to quietly suffer and pretend everything was fine. Thankfully, that has started to change. We now understand you can’t separate physical and mental health. They’re one and the same. In fact, mental health—loneliness in particular—has been making headlines the last few...
Mailbag: Dizziness and Aging Demystified
“Lately I’ve been experiencing frequent dizzy spells and feel unsteady on my feet. Is it a normal part of aging?” -Robert Hi Robert, Whenever a patient, regardless of age, asks me about frequent dizziness or unsteadiness, my short answer is, “No, it’s NOT a normal part of aging.” Our bodies do go through changes as...
Common Diet Mistake Sends Dementia Risk Soaring
Folks, it’s time to get real about the garbage we’re putting into our bodies. For far too long, we’ve turned a blind eye to the deplorable state of our food system, but now, the truth is finally coming to light. There has been a virtual explosion of news about the dangers of ultra-processed foods in...
Exercise Reshapes You from the INSIDE Out
Before I get started, I want to take a moment on this Memorial Day to pay tribute to the brave men and women who gave their lives defending our nation and protecting our way of life. We will be forever grateful for your ultimate sacrifice. You already know regular exercise provides a wide range of...
Don’t Quit Your Meds Cold Turkey! [Here’s Why...]
People are always asking me if they can stop taking their prescription medications. That probably doesn’t surprise you. It certainly doesn’t surprise me. I totally get it if you’re fed up with taking drugs. But can you simply STOP taking them? Let’s talk about it… If you’re over 40, there’s a solid chance you’re popping...
Forget Fasting and Try THIS Instead
Thirty years ago, one of my hippie cousins gave me a jar filled with liquid and a mysterious white blob floating in it. Puzzled, I asked them what it was. They called it a “kombucha tea starter.” I was curious enough to give it a shot and make some of the tea. The process was...
Defy Aging with the Sunshine Vitamin
If there’s one thing you absolutely must do for your health, it’s to maintain healthy vitamin D levels. I can’t stress this enough. And if you think vitamin D is only good for beefing up your bones, think again. Because while vitamin D is crucial for maintaining healthy bones, recent research has revealed that this...