Over the past 25 years, much of his research (which is funded by the National Institutes of Health) has focused on fructose and obesity-related diseases. Not only has he published some 500 papers in the peer-reviewed literature, he’s also authored books along the way. His hypothesis is that, rather than being driven by eating too many calories and lack of exercise, obesity is ... Continue Reading
Eggs, Meat and Cheese: Heart Healthy Foods?
Research shows that a major risk factor in developing heart disease is not actually a diet high in saturated fat (SFA) and cholesterol, but is more accurately described as a diet high in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) from industrial vegetable oils, low in healthy saturated fats, and lacking in much needed fat-soluble nutrients. The latter diet is associated with increased ... Continue Reading
Take Control of Your Health by Balancing the Hunger Hormone
This article focuses on the master hormone, leptin, which is aptly referred to as the guardian of the appetite and recommends a protocol to heal leptin issues. Ever heard of leptin? It just happens to be a master hormone that influences weight, energy and cardiovascular health. When this hormone is imbalanced, a cascade of health issues are provoked - creating a path of ... Continue Reading
Steps To Naturally Overcome Leptin Resistance
This article highlights steps for overcoming leptin resistance, known to be caused by over consumption, chronic stress and sedentary lifestyles. The foods we eat and sedentary lifestyles have left our bodies reeling with a plethora of avoidable ailments and conditions. One such condition is leptin resistance which contributes significantly to weight gain and ultimately ... Continue Reading
An All-Fruit Diet May Not Really Be That Healthy
An article highlighting the health conditions, ranging from insulin and leptin resistance to cancer, arising from eating an all-fruit diet or a diet high in fructose. Fruits are loaded with healthy antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, which is why eating them in moderation is fine for healthy people. However, many benefit by restricting their fruit intake. Fructose, a ... Continue Reading