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WellnessSee articleThe Myth of Complementary Protein
Recently, I was teaching a nutrition class and describing the adequacy of plant-based diets to meet human nutritional needs. A woman raised her hand and stated, “I’ve read that because plant foods don’t contain all the essential amino acids that humans need, to be healthy we must either eat animal protein or combine certain plant […] -
WellnessSee articleFreshwater Abuse and Loss: Where Is It All Going?
Along with climate change, perhaps the most pressing concern we have regarding sustaining our lives, and future life on earth, is our supply of fresh water. From 1941 to 2011 the world’s population has tripled, but freshwater consumption has quadrupled, which is predicted to leave forty percent of the world’s population facing severe water stress […] -
WellnessSee articleAngelina Jolie’s Double Mastectomy—People Are Desperate for Change
I have no intention of criticizing the famous actress, Angelina Jolie, for her decision to have both breasts removed in an effort to improve her chances for a longer life. (National headlines on May 15, 2013.) I have treated nearly a thousand people with breast cancer over my 45-year career in medicine. From my experience, […] -
WellnessSee articleQ&A with Rip Esselstyn on His New Book, “My Beef with Meat”
Rip Esselstyn, the former firefighter featured in Forks Over Knives and bestselling author of The Engine 2 Diet, has written a new book, My Beef with Meat. The book arrives in stores on May 14. We had a chance to catch up with Rip to discuss his new book and more. Why did you choose […] -
WellnessSee articleExcerpt from Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition
The Modern Health-Care Myth From Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition “He who cures a disease may be the skillfullest, but he that prevents it is the safest physician.” —Thomas Fuller What a great time to be alive! Modern medicine promises salvation from scourges that have plagued humanity since time began. Disease, infirmity, aging—all soon […] -
WellnessSee articleCravings – How They Work and How to Manage Them
What are cravings and how do they affect your plan for healthy living? Cravings aren’t “bad.” They are just signals that you want something. When you are tired, you crave sleep. When you are thirsty, you crave liquids. And if you are getting good signals from someone really attractive, well, you know. So most of […] -
WellnessSee articleInspired by Forks Over Knives, Dublin, Ohio Employees Adopt Plant-Based Diet with Success
The City of Dublin, Ohio is serious about health. City leaders have implemented programs to educate both its 40,000 residents and 370 employees on the benefits of plant-based eating. The community-based program, Healthy Dublin, has featured speakers, including Caldwell Esselstyn, Jr., M.D., Julieanna Hever, R.D., and Chef AJ to educate citizens about a whole-food, plant-based […] -
WellnessSee articleWe Are More than What We Eat: The Hidden Benefits of Eating a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet
As a medical doctor, once only interested in my patient’s welfare, I was slow to see the bigger picture. I now understand that we must also consider our impact on the animals and the environment. Fortunately, these are not mutually exclusive goals. —John McDougall, M.D. Many people embark on the journey of following a whole-food, […] -
WellnessSee articleThe Power of The 5-Minute Fitness Break
The face of fitness is changing. Yes, we still need a solid challenge to those muscles to keep muscle shape and some semblance of strength. But if you’ve been discouraged by the idea of hours of slugging it out at the gym, there’s good news. It’s called the 5-minute fitness break. Research tells us that the […] -
WellnessSee articleWhat Relieves Constipation Best?
Constipation affects about 20% of the world’s population and about 60 million Americans suffer from chronic constipation. Even though it’s taboo to talk about openly, it’s not a trivial issue. In this Nutrition Facts video, Dr. Michael Greger looks at whether prunes, a fiber supplement, or a vegan diet is best at relieving constipation. Watch the video below. -
WellnessSee articleGetting Well On Twenty Potatoes a Day
Chris Voigt is the executive director of the Washington State Potato Commission. In an effort to educate the public about the nutritional value of potatoes, he ate 20 potatoes a day, for 60 days straight. That’s right, his diet consisted of only potatoes and nothing else. No toppings, no chili, no sour cream, no cheese, […] -
WellnessSee articleSome Dietary Supplements May Be More Than a Waste of Money
In this Nutrition Facts video, Dr. Michael Greger discusses how people taking dietary supplements may, in some cases, be paying to make themselves sick. This video covers folic acid, beta carotene, and green tea supplements. Click the box below to watch.
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