Butyric acid is suddenly front page news. An exciting new study on gut bacteria and type 2 diabetes has everyone talking about it. The only trouble is, most folks have never heard of the stuff. Let’s fix that, right now. Butyric acid is a short-chain fatty acid. It naturally occurs in some foods. ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:March 9, 2018
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Drinking THIS if you’re diabetic could save your life
If you’re fighting diabetes, you’ve got enough to worry about. You’re already carefully managing your diet and monitoring your blood sugar. And between remaining vigilant for signs of heart disease and eye problems… not to mention everything in between… you’ve get plenty on your plate. But the ... Read More ›
UPDATED:September 26, 2016
Research reveals a shocking link between antibiotics and diabetes
I saw the ugly side effects of long-term antibiotics up close when we treated Sam’s bizarre symptoms that we thought were related to Lyme disease. Our story isn’t so different from many others, of course, because antibiotics are so widely used. Lots of folks are on them, maybe even you or someone ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
How blood sugar affects your breathing
When you think of diabetes, either type 1 or 2, the possibility of complications with your eyes, heart and kidneys probably come to mind. But no one ever gives a thought to their lungs being affected by blood sugar abnormalities. However the unfortunate truth is, unstable blood sugar can do a number ... Read More ›
UPDATED:January 25, 2018
Ditch diabetes with this all-natural “Back-to-Basics” plan
Our bodies evolved by developing sophisticated mechanisms that help us adapt to changes in diet, lifestyle and the environment. But what happens when too many negative influences impact our health all at once? Unhealthy foods, an overload of environmental toxins and a sedentary lifestyle can ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 8, 2016
Gluten Allergies More Common Than You Think
Dear Pharmacist, My brother is on a gluten free diet now and lost a lot of weight. He's razzing me to join him in his gluten free diet, but I don't see the point unless you have irritable bowel syndrome (that's why he did it). I really like my pizza and beer too! I read you every week, are there ... Read More ›
UPDATED:April 19, 2016
Vitamin D has potential to combat Type 2 diabetes
Vitamin D has in studies found to be associated with a reduced risk of a range of conditions including several forms of cancer, heart disease, multiple sclerosis and 'auto-immune' diseases such as Type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis. There has, in recent years, been some ... Read More ›
UPDATED:April 19, 2016
The diabetic carb-kidney connection
A low-carb diet won't just help diabetics lose weight, seize control of their blood sugar and lower the risk of heart problems--it can also turn back the clock and undo some of the disease's deadliest damage. And now, a study on mice shows how a modified version of the diet can actually reverse ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
Gluten Sensitivity: Is Your Food Making You Sick?
Jim suffered from frequent migraines, which were severe and incapacitating. After seeing a number of neurologists and trying multiple medications with no improvement, Jim finally came to see me. His last neurologist found he had a low vitamin D level, and started Jim on 10,000 units per day of ... Read More ›
UPDATED:April 19, 2016
Why You Might Want to Go Gluten-free
Gluten is a special type of protein that is commonly found in rye, wheat, and barley. And, as you've probably guessed, it is found in most types of cereals and in many types of bread. Unfortunately for many, gluten seems to have an ill effect on health. In fact, many nutritionists and healthcare ... Read More ›
