Does Stress Cause Ulcers?
For years, people thought stress was the main cause of ulcers. But the real culprit? A bacterial infection. So, how does that bacteria take hold in…
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Videos answering your nutritional and wellness-based questions
Calorie Restriction: The 500-Year-Old Secret to Longevity
Can eating less help you live longer? The idea dates back to the 16th century when Venetian nobleman Luigi Cornaro transformed his health with a strict,…
Adrenal Glands, Metabolism & Fatigue: What You Need To Know
Are Your Adrenal Glands Draining Your Energy? Your adrenal glands are small but powerful—they help regulate metabolism, inflammation, and stress. But what happens when they’re overworked?…
Can Your Poor Diet Trigger Autoimmune Disease?
Can Your Diet Be Fueling Autoimmune Disease? What makes your immune system turn against you? Could the foods you eat be making it worse? Dr. Barry…
Are These NY Times Nutrition Tips Actually Good?
Did the New York Times get it right? As 2024 came to a close, the New York Times published their “10 Tips to Help You Eat…
Low Energy? The Truth About Metabolism
Ever wonder why you feel drained—physically or mentally? It all comes down to metabolism. Your body runs on ATP, the energy currency that fuels everything from…
One Toxic Food Chemical Everyone Is Overlooking
The FDA recently banned Red Dye No. 3, but did you know it’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to harmful chemicals in…
Can You Lower Your Cholesterol Without Taking A Statin?
Can you lower your cholesterol without taking a statin? Absolutely. But here’s the real question—how do statins actually work? Most people think it’s magic. Spoiler alert:…
Is Green Tea Nature’s Ozempic?
“Is green tea nature’s Ozempic?” It’s a question I’ve been asked recently, and here’s the truth: No, it’s not. While green tea contains beneficial polyphenols, they…
Ocular Disease & Your Diet
Is your diet the key to better vision? As we age, declining eyesight is often linked to inflammation, just like other organs in the body. Research…
