Cranberries vs. Cancer
Drug companies and supplement manufacturers have yet to isolate the components of cranberries that suppress...
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Friday Favorites: Exercise Before or After Meals for More Weight Loss and Better Blood Sugar Control?
If people burn more fat on the days they exercise before (rather than after) eating, why doesn’t this translate into more weight loss?
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Which Fruit Fights Cancer Better?
The ability of eleven common fruits to suppress cancer cell growth in vitro was compared....
The Lie That Heals: Should Doctors Give Placebos?
About half of doctors admit to intentionally deceiving patients by prescribing placebos, but might the...
Breast Cancer and Alcohol: How Much Is Safe?
Nearly 5,000 breast cancer deaths a year may be attributable to just light drinking (up...
Eating Healthy on a Budget
When measured on a cost-per-serving, cost-per-weight, or cost-per-nutrition basis, fruits and vegetables beat out meat...
Does a Drink of Water Make Children Smarter?
Most children don't drink water from when they wake up to when they go off...
Flaxseeds for Breast Pain
A tablespoon a day of ground flax seeds appears to improve ovarian function, and is...
Carnitine, Choline, Cancer, & Cholesterol: The TMAO Connection
Expanding on the subject of my upcoming appearance on The Dr. Oz Show, a landmark...
Plant-Based Diets for Breast Pain
Plant-based diets appear to offer relief from a variety of menstrual symptoms, including cramping, bloating,...
The Safety of Tarragon
Longstanding concerns about certain isolated components of the spice tarragon have broadened into questions about...
Don’t Eat Too Much Nutmeg
The spice nutmeg may have a relatively narrow margin of safety.
Update on Cinnamon for Blood Sugar Control
Cinnamon can no longer be considered a safe and effective treatment for diabetes.
