Tom’s “Fried” Rice
By    |   Posted on June 1, 2012

My friend Jake was unable to obtain a standard life insurance policy because he was overweight, and at a high risk for a heart attack, diabetes and other health problems. He read my book Life …

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For Better Health, Diet More Effective than Pills and Surgery
By    |   Posted on May 31, 2012

Most doctors will tell patients with high blood sugar, or congested arteries to “watch what they eat.” More often than not this is vague advice that translates into nothing more than insignificant changes to the …

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29-Year Old Adam Blaney Normalizes Blood Pressure, Eliminates Meds
By    |   Posted on May 30, 2012

I am a 29 year old minister, currently living in Lewisburg, WV. In 2009 I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and acid reflux after experiencing chest pains which landed me in the emergency room …

Calcium Supplements Can Cause Heart Attacks

Calcium Supplements Can Cause Heart Attacks
By    |   Posted on May 29, 2012

Calcium supplements are thought to be good for the bones, but a new study warns they might be bad for the heart. A report released Friday in the journal Heart found an alarming result: taking …

Nutrition Facts Video: Dark Fish Like Salmon May Cause Heartbeat Irregularities

Nutrition Facts Video: Dark Fish Like Salmon May Cause Heartbeat Irregularities
By    |   Posted on May 29, 2012

In this Nutrition Facts video, Dr. Michael Greger looks at research showing how consuming dark fish like salmon may cause dangerous heartbeat irregularities.  Click the box below to watch.

Smokey Chipotle Corn Salsa

Chipotle Corn Salsa and Baked Tortilla Chips
By    |   Posted on May 24, 2012

This is my all-time favorite salsa. It has a smokey flavor and is great as a dip – you can also use it as tasty filling for a burrito or enchilada. Chipotle Corn Salsa Ingredients: …

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Dis-ease of the Heart: The Psychology of Eating Animals
By    |   Posted on May 23, 2012

On a recent flight on my way to present my slideshow on carnism, I struck up a conversation with the woman sitting next to me, a conversation that was not terribly different from many of …