It kills me that we eat 2-3x the RDA of protein and yet we don’t come close to eating enough fruits, veggies, and fiber, according to recent survey data released by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We […]
Continue ReadingThere are some beautiful people in this world, and what Stephen Ritz is teaching kids in his class in the Bronx will be essential to their development, their health, and the health of their environment. We need more of this!! […]
Continue ReadingCauliflower tacos!!! My wife likes to experiment with different recipes. This is the vegan version and it rocks.
Continue ReadingI am getting a lot of comments and questions about losing weight. This is a very complex topic which has many variables. Very well controlled metabolic studies have shown that people can lose weight but then a break comes on […]
Continue ReadingSo I just saw a patient that has had a stall in his weight loss. As we discussed his diet, it is fairly clear that he is focusing on protein. Breakfast: turkey wrapped in cheese Lunch: side salad and chicken […]
Continue ReadingVery excited to be a part of this all star line up. Should be a fascinating weekend of speakers. Join us at the McDougall 3-Day Advanced Study Weekend from September 11 to 13, 2015.
Continue ReadingThe evidence continues to mount – here’s a great recap of recent studies from my friends at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.
Continue ReadingEmily Nolan is a plus size model who has struggled with her weight and body image for years. I see so many people who also struggle with society’s, and their own, expectations, and have seen what it can do to […]
Continue ReadingI love the Dalai Lama. I saw him speak once. His peace penetrated the room. I am not Buddhist but I think we can learn a lot from this wise man. Today is his 80th birthday. Happy BDay! Here’s more […]
Continue ReadingInteresting news about fish oil supplementation… If you have been reading my posts you may have seen me talk about how meat causes diabetes. One of the main mechanisms is fat. Diabetes is caused by insulin resistance that is caused […]
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