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Q: Should we aim for total fiber or for the quality? Two cups of spinach equals four grams of fiber but a half cup of bran cereal has as much as 10 grams. Most of the time I eat…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
I get tons of questions from listeners and patients about whether they should receive the flu shot. My stock reply: “I’m agnostic.” There could be certain benefits, which are slight, in terms of protection. But they may…read more
Categories:Flu
Q: Which is better, borage oil or evening primrose oil as an anti-inflammatory in addition to omega-3 fatty acids? A: Borage oil is derived from the seed of the plant Borago officinalis also known as starflower. Evening primrose oil (EPO)…read more
Categories:Supplements
Among the most pressing questions I get in daily practice is: “Doc, how long do I have to live?” Even when posed by a patient with “terminal” cancer, it’s a hard one to answer. The patient’s viability…read more
Categories:Aging
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of cardiovascular risk factors associated with increased risk for chronic disease such as heart disease and cancer. According to the CDC, more than a third of all US adults met the definition…read more
Categories:Metabolic Syndrome
[My Valentine’s gift to you: I reworked and updated this article that I originally published last year to reflect the latest finding on the beneficial effects of chocolate.] What the world doesn’t need this Valentine’s Day is…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
Q: I’ve been working on optimizing my cholesterol levels: Total cholesterol: 202 LDL: 150 HDL: 39 Triglycerides: 67 How can I increase my HDL without also increasing my LDL? I exercise regularly and adhere to a low carb,…read more
Categories:Heart Disease Heart Health
By Amanda Wilks
In today’s fast-paced world, improper dietary habits are more widely encountered than ever before. We’re all used to eating as fast as possible so that we can get back to our tasks in the shortest time possible….read more
Categories:General Nutrition
Earlier this week, I spoke at NYU Langone Medical Center as part of their Heart Health Lecture Series. The subject was “Fostering a Healthy Microbiome for Cardiovascular Health.” Along with Dr. Lea Ann Chen, a gastroenterologist who is…read more
Categories:Digestive Health Microbiome Obesity Probiotics Supplements
There’s a misconception among low carb dieters. Many people believe a low carb diet is much higher in protein. Folks are opting for ‘lean’ protein like sirloin steak and grilled chicken breast, keeping fattier portions like rib-eye and…read more
Categories:Ketogenic Diet Paleo Diet
Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
Q: My mother is otherwise healthy, takes no medications and walks daily for exercise, but she…
More mask misdirection (and some possible clarity): I’m finally getting a handle on this mask…
We are living in unprecedented and unpredictable times. It seems every day brings new recommendations…