Turf Wars: How Special Interests Manipulate Online Activism to Influence Health Narrative
How special interests concoct “grassroots” movements online, mobilizing mobs that help shape the public conversation about health.
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Umami: The Secret Flavor
Sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. These are the four familiar tastes we’ve come to know best. And then there’s the fifth flavor — umami.
All About Oils
Some fats and oils are good for us – and critically important to our health. Others are just plain bad. And with some fats, it depends. Here’s how to make sense of this slippery subject and make the very best choices about what you put into your body.
The Controversy Surrounding Lasik Eye Surgery
This highly popular elective procedure has been under scrutiny as the FDA contemplates issuing warnings regarding potential complications. Learn more.
PUMPING IRONY: New Hope, Selectively Dispensed
The controversy surrounding the FDA’s approval of the first new Alzheimer’s drug in nearly two decades will do little to temper demand by desperate patients and their caregivers. It may also exacerbate racial disparities among those vying for the treatment.
The Key to a Better Sex Life? Focus on Pleasure, Not Desire
Many people worry about their desire for sex — or their lack of it. But shifting the focus from desire to pleasure can make all the difference. Here’s why.
Does Exercise Boost the Immune System?
Exercise is an immune booster, but if you’ve been exposed to or are recovering from COVID-19, you might want to take it easy, according to a recent analysis.
New Blood Pressure Guidelines May Boost Use of Controversial Drugs
Conclusion is likely to boost prescription drug use to meet government standards.
The Debate About Flu Shots
Many health professionals recommend seasonal flu vaccines as a preventive measure. But do they actually work, and are they safe? Here’s what you need to know about influenza vaccines to decide for yourself.
Smart Juicing: 4 Recipes and Preparation Techniques
Trying to eat more veggies and fruits? Here’s what the experts, including The Juice Lady, Cherie Calbom, MS, say about the pros and cons of juicing.
Just Another Statistic
Studies and statistics will always have a place in my heart, but when it comes to designing a life of optimal vitality for my own body, I’ll choose living proof over warmed-over statistics every single time.
Owning Your Health: How to Build a Strong Foundation for Lifelong Well-Being
Your body is your most valuable piece of personal property. Shouldn’t you be the one in charge of keeping it safe and sound?
What We Don’t Know About Lyme
When a mysterious and debilitating illness overtook her and her family, the author struggled to find some answers. What she discovered about Lyme disease — and how little is actually known or agreed upon by the medical experts — is something everyone who goes outdoors should learn.
PUMPING IRONY: On the Alzheimer’s Frontier, Big Pharma Plays Regulatory Roulette
New research suggests that we may be closer than ever to understanding a cause of Alzheimer’s. Will a suddenly more scrupulous Food and Drug Administration give serious consideration to novel treatment options?
The Vitamin D Debate
There’s been a lot of controversy lately about vitamin D recommendations. If you’re confused about how much you should be taking, you’re not alone.
Aspartame and Cancer Risk
Controversy continues to surround this artificial sweetener, which is sold under brand names like Equal and NutraSweet, and its possible link to liver cancer. Learn more.
The Flu Shot and You: 10 Questions Answered
Here’s what you need to know about the influenza vaccine.
PUMPING IRONY: Drug Dealing
The latest miracle cure for Alzheimer’s is likely to receive accelerated approval from the FDA, which benefits as much from the cash that accompanies these requests as Big Pharma does from the agency’s lax standards.
PUMPING IRONY: Driven to Distraction
A royal collision sparked renewed debate over elderly drivers and public safety, but I understand completely why geezers refuse to give up their keys.
PUMPING IRONY: Locked Out
While COVID-19 has exacted a huge toll on those coping with a chronic disease, few have suffered more than older adults struggling with dementia.
PUMPING IRONY: Upon Further Review … New Questions on Aspirin Use
In another blow to conventional wisdom, recent research is challenging the long-held belief that a low-dose aspirin regimen may protect healthy seniors from heart attacks and strokes.