News and Views
Dying cancer patients are being milked of every last dollar
Recent studies and reports have revealed that terminal cancer patients are frequently given harsh chemotherapy drugs and radiation treatments long after they have been diagnosed as hopeless.
Obesity + Hunger = 1 global food issue
Co-creator of the philanthropic FEED bags, Ellen Gustafson says hunger and obesity are two sides of the same coin.
The FDA thinks you’re lazy and maybe not so bright
The FDA is finally taking a stand on something. It’s just too bad it’s on package design and not the dangerous drugs inside them or deceptive drug company marketing practices that get you to grab them in the first place!
Deadly Snacks: How Much Do You Eat?
In my office we counsel patients on proper eating habits for many reasons. Some patients want weight loss, others more energy, some are experiencing headaches or other ailments.
RLS? Read this NOW
It doesn't happen every night. Mostly when I'm feeling worn out, or if it's been an especially long day.
It starts as a little tingle -- but within a few minutes, my legs are so twitchy and jumpy that rest and relaxation becomes just about impossible.
Going to the hospital -- and going out of your mind
Nobody likes going to the hospital -- but for a growing number of seniors, an ordinary trip to the ER can quickly degrade into a nightmarish journey to the edge of sanity.
Is Barbecuing Bad for You?
In today’s world, we are bombarded by toxins and potentially dangerous chemicals daily. Eating a bit of barbecued meat can’t be deadly, can it?
Processed Meat Is High Risk
A new study by researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) in Boston found that people who eat processed meats like bacon, sausage, and deli meats have a 42 percent higher risk of getting heart disease and a 19 percent higher risk of getting Type 2 diabetes for each daily serving of about 1.8 ounces (50 grams) they have.
Bill the Pseudocat
They're on the warpath again.
I'm talking about those conventional medicine guys who turn purple and find it hard to breathe when someone suggests that complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is a valuable branch of medicine and should be studied to better understand it.
Will This Simple Spice Save Your Life One Day?
Imagine for a moment your worst nightmare. You’ve had a sudden, serious heart event. The ambulance arrives, and the paramedics load you on a gurney.









