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What Is Plantar Fasciitis (and Other Causes of Heel Pain)?
How to differentiate between plantar fasciitis and other causes of heel pain, such as heel fat pad atrophy.
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Are Fish or Fish Oil Supplements Good for the Heart?
Five massive new trials have been published recently, randomizing tens of thousands to various formulations...
Friday Favorites: Fasting to Treat Depression
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The Benefits and Side Effects of Spirulina
Blue-green algae, chlorella, and spirulina are all advertised as being beneficial, but they could be...
The Benefits and Dangers of Chlorella
I explain why I no longer consume chlorella.
Friday Favorites: What Is the Safest Metabolism Booster?
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Toxins in Blue-Green Algae, Like Klamath Lake AFA (Aphanizomenon flos-aquae)
Why do I recommend staying away from blue-green Algae?
Testosterone “Replacement” Therapy in Postmenopausal Women for Libido
Currently, there are more than 30 FDA-approved testosterone products for men, but none for women.
Friday Favorites: The Effects of Processed Meat on Lung Function
If the nitrites in foods like ham and bacon cause lung damage, what about “uncured”...
The Risks and Benefits of Mild Trendelenburg Position to Reduce Body Fat
Other than a “space headache,” what might be the downsides of sleeping at a slight...
Lying at a Slight Head-Down Tilt (Trendelenburg Position) to Burn Fat
How might we trick our body into producing this fat-burning exercise hormone without lacing up...
Friday Favorites: What Causes Cancer to Metastasize and How to Potentially Help Control it with Diet
Palmitic acid, a saturated fat concentrated in meat and dairy, can boost the metastatic potential...
