A dentist's appointment this morning got me thinking about a dental concern that affects millions of people—often without them even realizing it. And the consequences can extend far beyond your teeth and gums. I'm talking about amalgam fillings. You may know them as "silver fillings." For more than 150 years, they've been one of the most common ways to restore cavities. But a long history of use does not automatically mean something is safe....

  In today’s society, it’s almost expected—or at least considered “normal”—to develop health issues as you get older. These can include hearing loss, weight gain, arthritis, constipation, poor sleep, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and perhaps the most feared of all… cognitive decline. But the truth is, none of these issues are truly “normal,” nor are they guaranteed parts of aging. Many of these problems develop because we gradually create an internal environment where they...

  Modern medicine rarely explores the true root causes of illness. Instead, treatments often focus on masking symptoms rather than resolving what’s really going on beneath the surface. Nowhere is this more evident than with depression. Most mainstream medical professionals—and the pharmaceutical industry—continue to promote the serotonin theory, suggesting depression is simply caused by low serotonin levels and can be corrected with SSRI antidepressants. But is that the full story? Do Antidepressants Really Work? A...

  I get my inspiration for the articles I write in a variety of ways. Talking with folks about their health concerns, reading literature and studies from experts I trust, scanning (garbage) literature from sources I don’t trust (so I’m aware of all the bad information that’s out there), and even observing people in the airport or grocery store! All of these may trigger an idea for a blog. But today’s inspiration comes from yours...

  Most people won’t be shocked to hear that nutrients play an important role in supporting overall health and helping the body function at its best. Of course they do. But vitamin D stands out as truly unique—and surprisingly misunderstood. Despite how essential it is, many people don’t realize just how many systems in the body depend on adequate vitamin D levels. Let’s take a closer look at vitamin D’s impressive health résumé and explore...