Friday Favorites: How Many Steps Should We Get Every Day?
The official exercise recommendations are a “trade-off between optimizing health outcomes and minimizing requirements for...
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Friday Favorites: The Trade-Off Between Fertility and Longevity, and the Causes of Precocious Puberty
A century ago, the average age of first menstruation was nearly 17. Why is sexual maturity coming so much earlier now?
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The Health Benefits of Psyllium, Flaxseeds, and Other High-Fiber Foods
While psyllium is a go-to fiber for acid reflux and constipation, ground flaxseed beat it...
The Best Diet for Treating Acid Reflux (GERD)
Dietary approaches can be safer, cheaper, and work better than drugs for acid reflux symptoms...
Friday Favorites: Do Low-Level Laser Therapy Devices Work for Hair Loss?
Laser therapy is marketed as a promising alternative to drugs and scalpels for treating hair...
Do Proton Pump Inhibitors Work for Acid Reflux (GERD)?
By triggering withdrawal symptoms that mimic the original condition, these risky drugs keep patients hooked...
HOW NOT TO HURT Trailer for Dr. Greger’s New Book on Chronic Pain Relief
A trailer for Dr. Greger’s forthcoming book on dietary approaches to pain management.
Friday Favorites: How Much Licorice Is Safe?
Eating licorice or drinking licorice tea can cause the loss of body fat by blocking...
Dietary Treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia Pain
One of the most extraordinary findings in all of pain medicine had been lost down...
The Best Source of Iodine to Avoid Deficiency
Iodine is essential for thyroid health. Many people rely on iodized salt or dairy for...
Friday Favorites: Are Banana Smoothies Blocking Polyphenol Absorption? Banana vs. Mango Explained
An enzyme in bananas can destroy some of the phytonutrients in berries and cocoa, but...
Foods That May Help Protect Against Fine Particulate Matter (Air Pollution)
What is the evidence that plant-based dietary patterns may reduce the detrimental impacts of air...
Limit Outdoor Activity on High Air Pollution Days for Heart and Lung Health
Globally, air pollution is the second leading killer of humanity. What can we do about...
