Vera came to see me for surgery due to diabetes and weight. She was very concerned about surgery. We discussed diet in detail. She has adopted a vegan lifestyle and is eating large amounts of fruits and veggies. She has […]
Continue ReadingI am always harping on the importance of plant based diets and exercise. Obviously my research and personal and professional experience have me convinced of their benefits. That being said, I often note that this does lead to a type […]
Continue ReadingKaiser Permanente is an HMO. Basically, they are a health system that owns healthcare facilities and physicians. They then provide insurance policies to people and if they become ill they are treated at a Kaiser facility by Kaiser doctors. This […]
Continue Reading(Warning, Jerry Maguire style rant). As I began studying the effects of lifestyle on health, and the amazing research on the benefits of plant based diets for our heath and the health of our environment, I had this burning desire […]
Continue ReadingLots of people have been asking me about the study that potatoes cause hypertension. The study looked at the Nurses health and the Health Professions database. They found that boiled potatoes, mashed potatoes, and french fries BUT NOT CHIPS […]
Continue ReadingI am so proud of my patient Marcus. He is a huge motivation. He really understood that surgery is just a tool, and since his procedure he has embraced an extremely healthy lifestyle. He is eating mainly fruits and vegetables […]
Continue ReadingWe have known for some time that while bodybuilders are the epitome of health, they actually suffer from shortened life expectancy. A new study that is soon to be released shows that this reduction in longevity is actually quite dramatic. […]
Continue ReadingThis is a fascinating interview with one of the top metabolic researchers who has just come out with a groundbreaking new study. Dr. Hall is famous for this article; a meticulously performed study where he kept people in a hospital ward […]
Continue ReadingHer story of transformation is motivating. She is a gastroenterologist and does anti aging medicine. Her story is a fascinating read and a reminder that anybody can turn their life and health around. In 2005, during my residency in internal […]
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