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Are Your Vitamins Worthless?

I see vitamins brought to me by my patients every day. As I pick up their bottle and begin to inspect it I feel like a sommelier (one of those snobby wine experts who tells you there is just a hint of raspberry in this pinot). But as I review these vitamins I realize that people are throwing tons of money into the toilet (literally) as many of these formulations have limited chance of helping people.... [Read more]

EGGS-ellent discussion. This is no yolk. You can’t beat eggs. Scrambling for the truth. (Someone please stop me)

Deception, misconception, corruption and bam-boozled are words that come to mind when I hear the word EGG. Fascinating reading and an amazing tale of power and greed as you explore the story behind our nations assassination of the good character of eggs. But when eggs are viewed in the light of science the tale is very boring and simple. Eggs are good food, offer excellent protein, have good effects... [Read more]

The Queen Drinks Green Tea. Long Live the Queen!

Wow, talk about your unfair trade practices. Asia brought us green tea and we sent them Ronald McDonald. I think they have grounds for a formal complaint. Green tea is one of the most amazing foods on this planet. It is the second most consumed beverage in the world behind water, yet just starting to make an impact in the U.S. There are more than 2,500 scientific studies involving green tea with such... [Read more]

Medical Myths: Healthy Breasts & Strong Bones

I have practiced the art of medicine for 20 years and enjoy it immensely however I am here to admit that medicine has many grey areas and there are few absolute black and white answers. With so many variables to contend with when dealing with the human body there will inevitably be some conflict of ideas or approach to treatment. But sometimes a trend develops and treatment avenues become outright... [Read more]

Exercise is Not an Option…It’s a Requirement

Let’s get sweaty. Let’s get fired up and look at what your daily run, jog, bike, swim, or lift is doing for you. If you don’t have a daily sweat habit then maybe this article is targeted just for you. Too many people have the notion that exercise just burns calories. That’s like saying a Ferrari is basic transportation. So let’s explore the multiple benefits of exercise. First of all exercise... [Read more]

How is drinking from plastic water bottles similar to taking birth control pills – for men & women?

There’s a lot in the news about the environmental impact of plastic water bottles that give most of us pause to limit and hopefully work to halt our use.  If mother earth isn’t enough of a motivation, consider the inner terrain of your own body. Bisphenol A (BPA) is a commonly used ingredient in the formulation of most plastics.  It can be found in plastic bottles, dental amalgams sealants,... [Read more]