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What is one thing that you regret learning in medical school?

We were taught that the brain couldn't regenerate itself. Too bad it took so many years to overturn this misconception!

What are the highest-impact changes you can make to your diet?

Without question, what will have the highest impact from a dietary perspective is a radical reduction in carbohydrate consumption.

Why, in the last few years, has the number of people with gluten allergies skyrocketed?

There is no doubt that the number of people who are now clearly and significantly sensitive to gluten has increased dramatically in recent years. And there are several reasons why this is happening. First, t...

Should diabetes be renamed to Sugar Inflammation Syndrome?

While inflammation is certainly a troubling consequence of diabetes, perhaps an even more sinister consequence is a dramatic increase in the production of damaging free radicals, a situation called oxidative...

What is the truth about the nutrition of avocados?

Avocados are loaded with fat, and that's why they are such a terrific food for maintaining health.

You are on the run, hungry and in need of energy. A convenience store is your only option. What are the healthiest food choices you could make?

For snacking: nuts, cheeses, and carrots. For drinking: there's only one option...water.

How can I improve my short-term memory?

The two most important tasks for anyone to help short-term memory are to increase aerobic exercise to at least 20 minutes daily. And second, make sure you're getting at least 800-1000mg DHA in your diet each...

Is it true that nobody can properly metabolize gluten?

It is likely that 100% of humans activate zonulin when exposed to gluten, and this increases gut permeability. This is thought to play an important role in autoimmunity.