Wellness

Cleaning Products, Air Fresheners, and Lung Function 

There is a reason the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention prohibits not only smoking but also scented or…

True Health Intiative: Scientific Consensus on a Healthy Diet 

The leading risk factor for death in the United States is the American diet. About a decade ago, the American…

Are Carboxymethylcellulose, Polysorbate 80, and Other Emulsifiers Safe? 

Emulsifiers are the most widely used food additives. What are they doing to our gut microbiome? When grocery shopping these…

Is Moringa the Most Nutritious Food? 

Does the so-called miracle tree live up to the hype? Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is a plant commonly known as the…

Why I Don’t Recommend Moringa Leaf Powder 

“Clearly, in spite of the widely held ‘belief’ in the health benefits of M. oleifera [moringa], the interest of the…

Are Raw Mushrooms Safe to Eat? 

Microwaving is probably the most efficient way to reduce agaritine levels in fresh mushrooms. There is a toxin in plain…

What Is “Pine Mouth Syndrome”? 

Why do some pine nuts cause a bad taste in your mouth that can last for weeks? The reason I…

Lose 200 Lbs Without Feeling Hungry 

I dive into one of the most fascinating series of studies I’ve ever come across. Anyone can lose weight by…

Hijacking Our Appetites 

I debunk the myth of protein as the most satiating macronutrient. The importance of satiety is underscored by a rare…