While pharmaceutical drugs can sometimes be remarkably helpful, because of how frequently I observe them harm patients, I am inherently hesitant to use them. In each case where they injure someone, I’ve found that typically one or more of the following is at play: • The drug in question should not be on the market […]

In August 2023, the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment and the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy released a report in which they claimed:1 “PFAS are chemically quite stable, and many are water and oil repellent, heat resistant, and/or stain resistant … DoD […]

In this video, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. discusses his presidential campaign, which has gained significant traction, despite censorship and the barriers set up by the Democratic National Committee (DNC). “The polling shows my favorability rating is better than any other candidate,” Kennedy says, “So … I’m very, very happy with the way things have […]

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published February 9, 2019. Any time you undergo a medical procedure, including vaccination, there is a risk of side effects, ranging from mild to severe. This is particularly important to remember if you’re receiving the procedure outside of a medical space, such as is the […]

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published January 9, 2019. Bacteria live on your skin and nearly every other unsterilized surface. However, not every bacterium is dangerous or harmful to your health. In fact, data have demonstrated the more children are exposed to bacteria the lower their risk of developing allergies.1,2 […]

Engaging in the gentle exercise of tai chi may be a simple way to manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and slow disease progression over time. While drug treatments are typical first-line treatments, nondrug options, including physical exercise, may improve quality of life while resulting in less need for prescription drugs.1 Not only is tai […]

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published October 19, 2019. Tea is important to people of many cultures around the world and it has been recognized for centuries as having dramatic and positive impacts on health. It is one of the most popular beverages worldwide, second only to water. There are […]

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published September 17, 2019. The pharmaceutical industry is now the most distrusted and poorly regarded industry in the U.S. This according to the latest Gallup Poll1 published September 3, 2019, which assesses Americans’ views of 25 industry sectors on an annual basis. A mere 27% […]

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published September 18, 2019. Your entire body takes direction from your hormones. Hormones are secreted by your endocrine system and are responsible for telling your organs what to do and when to do it.1 They are essentially chemical messengers that travel throughout your bloodstream, working […]

Walking is an excellent form of physical activity for which your body was designed. But depending on your fitness level, you may find that you’re looking for more of a challenge. Rucking is one way to take walking up a notch. It involves walking while wearing a weighted pack or vest. The extra effort required […]