Tod Cooperman, MD, the founder and president of ConsumerLab.com, one of the most trusted sites on the internet for information about natural medicines (herbs, vitamins, and supplements) has this to say about that: Continue reading
Can you get too much vitamin D from the sun?
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Is it safe to order supplements by mail in the summer?
If vitamins, minerals, and nutritional supplements can lose effectiveness with exposure to high temperatures, is it safe to order supplements by mail in the summer? Continue reading
Can citrus increase the risk of skin cancer?
According to a report from ConsumerLab.com, “Several observational studies have generally shown higher intake of citrus to be associated with increased risk of skin cancers, with some differences in the types of citrus and types of cancers.” Does this mean that those with increase sun exposure should avoid citrus products?
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How to avoid sunscreens and after-sun products contaminated with cancer-causing benzene
Benzene, which has been linked to blood cancers, has been reported in a large number of sunscreens and after-sun products that were independently tested by Valisure, LLC, a company that independently checks the chemical composition of medications and healthcare products. Continue reading
Skipping breakfast leads to clear nutritional gaps
A study in the Proceedings of the Nutrition Society found that adults who regularly skipped breakfast were more likely to miss out on a number of important nutrients. Continue reading
CMDA interviews Dr. Walt about his “Natural Medicines Handbook”
My good friend, Mike Chupp, MD, the CEO for the Christian Medical and Dental Associations (CMDA, of which I’m a Life Member), interviewed me about my new book, “The Natural Medicines Handbook: The Truth about the Most Effective Herbs, Vitamins, and Supplements for Common Conditions.” Continue reading
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A BBC journalist interviews Dr. Walt about his “Natural Medicines Handbook”
Peter Bowes, a news correspondent for the BBC, interviewed me on my latest book, “The Natural Medicines Handbook: The Truth about the Most Effective Herbs, Vitamins, and Supplements for Common Conditions.” Continue reading
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Most Americans do not adhere to diets that prevent cancer
HealthDay reports, “The eating habits of most American adults aren’t in line with dietary guidelines that can reduce the risk of cancer, a new study finds.” Continue reading
Is marijuana use associated with suicide in young people?
It appears the disturbing answer is a qualified, “Yes!” A recent study found that the use of marijuana (even non-daily use) in young adults, especially females, is strongly associated with an increased risk of thinking about, planning, and attempting suicide. Continue reading
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Southern-style diet associated with higher odds for sudden cardiac death
I love my wife’s “GRITS” T-shirt. “GRITS” stands for “Girls Raised in The South.” We were both born and raised in the south, so we’ve also followed the data on what we were fed growing up! Continue reading
Exercise lessens the health risks of poor sleep
Did you know that poor sleep increases your risk of a number of chronic health issues and can lead to premature death? And for those who, no matter what they do, cannot find a good sleep pattern, there is something that they can do to reduce their risk of harm. Continue reading
What’s the best diet to lower blood pressure?
A recent study found that the DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) diet was the best. Continue reading
A New Episode of “Ask Dr. Walt” available on Liftable TV
LiftableTV has posted a new episode of “Ask Dr. Walt,” titled, “The Power of Positive Friends and Healthful Relationships.” Continue reading
Weight-loss supplements a waste of money?
A new scientific review of 315 randomized-controlled trials of weight-loss supplements or alternative weight-loss therapies has been released. What did it show?
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Could a blood test screen for 50 types of cancer?
A surprising study has concluded that a simple blood test may be able to detect as many as 50 different types of cancer in a way that appears to be accurate and reliable. But is this test ready for “prime time”?
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Weight-loss supplements contain hidden prohibited stimulants
You may be surprised to learn that in the United States, natural medicines (herbs, vitamins, and supplements) are virtually unregulated substances. As a result, consumers beware!
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Loneliness can make us sick, but here are tips to fight back
On my new TV show, “Ask Dr. Walt” on LiftableTV, I devoted an entire show to the topic, “Avoid Loneliness Like the Plague.” I consider healthy relationships one of the top ten essentials of highly healthy people. Here’s why: Continue reading
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Should adolescents take the mRNA COVID vaccine?
To follow up on my blog last week (Why should younger folks take the COVID vaccine?) warning about adolescents getting “long-hauler” symptoms, here is the advice from one of my favorite natural medicines websites, ConsumerLab.com.
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Our diets may be more deadly than smoking!
If you ask people what’s the one human behavior that causes the most deaths, chances are many may say smoking. But as bad as smoking is, new research suggests that the food choices we make create an even larger health risk.
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Why should younger folks take the COVID vaccine?
Besides not wanting to carry COVID asymptomatically to those that they love and who not immune to the virus, the young are not only at a small risk for hospitalization and death, but we now know that they at a pretty big risk to become “long haulers.”
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Do the benefits of COVID vaccination outweigh the risk of heart inflammation in the young?
With the new reports on heart inflammation in young people receiving the mRNA COVID vaccines, parents are appropriately worried. Should their kids take the vaccine or not? Continue reading
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What’s the best time of day to eat fruits or vegetables?
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My Patients Ask — Is it true the COVID vaccines cause infertility?
Rumors, myths, and misinformation about COVID have spread as quickly as the disease itself. One rumor is that COVID vaccines cause infertility by dramatically decreasing a man’s sperm count. Continue reading
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Three New Episodes of “Ask Dr. Walt” available on Liftable TV
LiftableTV has posted three new episodes of “Ask Dr. Walt,” one on the impact of your mental health on your physical health and two on the topic of how anger, bitterness, grudges, and unforgiveness could be killing you. Continue reading
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An Independence Day Remembrance of My Father – A True Hero
Today many of us will gather with family and friends for barbecues and picnics to celebrate our country’s 245th Independence Day. But, at some point between the hot dogs, hamburgers, and the firecrackers, I hope each of us will take time to reflect on what Independence Day is really about – remembering the sacrifices of our American soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, and guardsman who have given their service (and some their lives) to protect the freedoms so many of us take for granted. Continue reading
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Is “fake beef” safe for July 4th grilling?
A reader wrote, “I keep reading articles about the fake meats that are popping up in many grocery stores and restaurants. Are they actually healthier than real meat for me and the environment?”
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My Patients Ask — What about drug discount cards and coupons?
There’s been a lot of debate about discount cards, coupons, and other prescription drug cost savings programs . . . especially with Amazon Prime’s new Rx savings card. Should you consider them? What do you need to know? Continue reading
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Monthly Family Update – July 2021
Here are the contents of this month’s newsletter:
- Four New TV Episodes of “Ask Dr. Walt” Available
- “Ask Dr. Walt” in Today’s Christian Living
- More Endorsements for my WWII Book
- First Draft of the Cover for At First Light
- Answers to last month’s prayers
- Prayer requests for this month
- Past Issues
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My Patients Ask — Will the COVID vaccine protect me from the dangerous delta variant?
The Delta variant, also known as B.1.617.2, was first detected in India but has since surfaced in more than 70 countries. The CDC says the COVID Delta variant poses a growing threat in the U.S. because it is more contagious than other strains and produces more serious symptoms. That’s the bad news. Continue reading
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My Patients Ask — Is there a ‘best’ COVID vaccine?
Paul E. Sax, MD, a contributor to NEJM Journal Watch — Infectious Diseases sums it up with an excellent article, “We’re Allowed to Say that Some COVID-19 Vaccines Are Better than Others, Right?” See what you think as he explains why he (and most physicians) hands-down recommend the mRNA COVID vaccines. Continue reading
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