Glucosamine and Chondroitin vs. Celebrex Heart Risk

We’ve all seen the Celebrex commercial with the gentle, lapping waves and the comforting voice of the narrator promising relief from arthritis pain. The smiling actor rushes down the steps, plays Frisbee with his dog, and for a few joyous seconds, arthritis sufferers may feel Celebrex is exactly what they need. Then comes the kicker—the…read more

What to Do About Old Age Aches and Pains: Avocado Pits

I have what I call my “old age aches and pains” prevention strategy. Basically, it’s a regimen of supplements that allows me to combat the dangerous inflammation that begins to invade all of our bodies as we reach our 40s and 50s and beyond. Recently I inadvertently added a new and powerful antiaging weapon to my…read more

Glucosamine and Chondroitin as Good as Celebrex for Arthritis

Is glucosamine and chondroitin as good as Celebrex for arthritis?  We’ve all seen the Celebrex commercial with the gentle, lapping waves and the comforting voice of the narrator promising relief from arthritis pain. The smiling actor rushes down the steps, plays Frisbee with his dog, and for a few joyous seconds, arthritis sufferers may feel…read more

Sugar Is Cancer’s Cellular Power Food

Does sugar fuel cancer? Cancer cells thrive on sugar. While normal, healthy cells might slowly nibble up sugar, grazing like cattle, cancer cells devour it, like a swarm of greedy flies gobbling up garbage. In addition, cancer rates in America are higher in those who are overweight, and one reason that number climbs on our bathroom…read more

Is Organic Milk and Meat Better for You?

Sometimes it’s hard to spot quality, and sometimes it’s easy. In stem cell treatments it can be hard for consumers, but from speaking to patients, by just digging under the hood a little, many patients find that despite appearances, there is no substance. Food is a similar thing. We all sometimes forget the changes that…read more

Does Eating Fish Really Increase Your Mercury Levels?

One thing everyone seems to agree on is that eating fish is healthy, but many also say that because of current fish mercury levels, eating fish can increase the mercury levels in your own body and that this can cause many harmful health problems. Eat fish, just don’t eat too much—that’s the plug. There are infographics online…read more

Need a Supplement for Cartilage Protection and Support? Make Sure It Has Resveratrol

If you are taking a stem cell supplement for cartilage protection or arthritis, it’s a good idea to make sure it contains high-quality Resveratrol. Why? A number of studies suggest that Resveratrol protects cartilage cells, and cartilage loss or damage leads to arthritis. A good stem cell supplement with Resveratrol is designed for people who have joint pain and…read more

Dr. Strangelove: The Fluoridation and Hypothyroidism Debate Kicks Up

One of my favorite old movies is Dr. Strangelove, where Peter Sellers plays many parts: the mad scientist, the president, and a British Air Force captain. One of the key plot lines is that General Jack D. Ripper has gone mad and deployed his B52 nuclear bombers to Russia because of communist infiltration of American society.…read more