Take this fun quiz to see how much you know about achieving great health and avoiding sickness and disease.Answers are at the end—no peeking! Quiz Questions 1. Laxatives are a safe and effective treatment for constipation.☐ True  ☐ False 2. Which of the following is a consequence of chronic stress? A. IndigestionB. Elevated blood pressureC. Getting sick more oftenD. Carb cravingsE. Hormonal imbalancesF. All of the above are consequences of stress 3. The average person...

  Over the last 20 years that I’ve worked in the nutrition field, I’ve spoken with people from all walks of life dealing with a wide range of health issues. And honestly, I can count on one hand the number of people I’ve consulted with who weren’t taking at least one medication. It doesn’t help that many doctors are left with little more than a prescription pad when it comes to treatment options. Ask about diet...

  When the average person doesn’t feel well — and rest, fluids, and OTC remedies aren’t cutting it — the next step is usually a doctor’s visit. The expectation?Answers. Relief. A clear path forward. Unfortunately, that’s not always how it plays out. It’s surprisingly common to go through extensive testing, only to be told “everything looks normal” — or worse, that it’s “all in your head.” Let’s be clear: if you don’t feel right, there...

  It’s January 6, 2026, which means if you made New Year’s resolutions, you’re officially on Day 6 of “New year, new me.” How’s it going? Hopefully your commitment to positive change is still intact! But if you’re already feeling a little shaky, you’re not alone. Quitter’s Day—typically the second Friday in January—falls on January 9th this year, and statistically, that’s when many resolutions quietly fall apart. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to...

  Our national health agencies — along with the mainstream media — seem fixated on reporting alarming statistics about the flu, COVID, RSV, and whatever else qualifies as the fear headline of the week. And yet, there’s a glaring gap in how we’re educated about true health. I’m talking about chronic disease. Currently, 60% of American adults live with at least one chronic disease, and nearly 40% have two or more. Even more alarming? Chronic...

Years ago, I spoke at an anti-aging health conference and hosted a booth in the exhibitors’ hall. As attendees stopped by to ask questions, one thing became clear very quickly: many people were searching for their fountain of youth through surgical procedures. While there’s nothing wrong with wanting to look your best, when cosmetic procedures begin to limit natural facial movement—or drastically alter appearance—it’s often a sign that things have gone a step too far....