Imagine dedicating your life to peak health—two hours daily of intense workouts, a whole-foods diet, perfect sleep, and sky-high vitamin D levels—only to be labeled a health danger to society. The current easing of COVID vaccination mandates has rekindled controversy, and I want to share my perspective. At 60, I faced ostracism, lost clients, and was barred from seeing my daughter in New York City, all because I trusted my robust immune system over a one-size-fits-all mandate. My story exposes the clash between personal health choices and public health dogma, revealing how a disciplined lifestyle was dismissed in favor of a vaccine narrative that ignored my low risk. Read on to discover how I navigated this polarizing era, why I stood firm, and what it reveals about autonomy, judgment, and the future of public health.
Read MoreHigh fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has infiltrated our food supply, masquerading as a harmless sweetener while wreaking havoc on our health. Among the processed carbohydrates I frequently highlight in my posts as destructive to our well-being—such as refined grains and added sugars—HFCS stands out as the worst offender. Its pervasive presence in processed foods, coupled with its unique metabolic effects, has fueled a public health crisis of obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Dr. Robert Lustig, a renowned neuroendocrinologist and professor at UCSF, has spent decades exposing the dangers of HFCS, arguing that it's not just empty calories but a biochemical toxin driving chronic disease. This post delves into Lustig's work, the history of HFCS, and its devastating impact on our bodies.
Read MoreThroughout history, humanity has struggled against infectious diseases, enduring some of its darkest moments during pandemics and epidemics. However, in the 20th century, we witnessed a remarkable decline in mortality rates from diseases such as measles, scarlet fever, diphtheria, typhoid, and whooping cough. While vaccines are often credited with this achievement, a closer examination of historical data suggests that the true unsung heroes may be advancements in public health infrastructure, sanitation, and nutritional awareness. This post explores how improvements in sewage treatment, access to clean drinking water, refrigeration, the development of antibiotics, and enhanced living conditions—along with better nutrition—have played crucial roles in this significant health improvement, often overshadowing the impact of vaccines.
Read MoreThe debate over GRAS isn't just about science—it's about trust. In the U.S., where distrust in institutions runs high, the idea that companies can secretly add chemicals to food under a vague "safe" label feeds public unease. Europe's system, while not perfect, offers a counterpoint: a government-led process that, though slower, prioritizes transparency and accountability. Kennedy's push to rethink GRAS taps into this sentiment, promising a reckoning for a food industry that many Americans feel has betrayed them. Yet, the question remains whether his bold vision can navigate the political and economic realities of a nation hooked on cheap, processed goods.
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