Month: January 2021

In April 2020, I interviewed Judy Mikovits, Ph.D., about the potential role played by human gammaretroviruses in COVID-19. Mikovits is a molecular biologist1 and researcher, and was the founding research director of the Whittemore Peterson Institute in Nevada. Her book, “Plague of Corruption,” ended up being a No. 1 best seller on the lists of…

Like many of us, I’ve tried a laundry list of coping mechanisms during times when stress runs high. I’ve downloaded Headspace and meditated, trying to focus on my breath instead of my to-do list. I’ve done yoga and gone to fitness classes with chanting and shouting. I’ve taken bubble baths and spent the day at…

Protein is a super important part of any fitness journey. This could be weight loss, weight gain, or muscle gain. If you have a hard time getting enough protein throughout the day, you might need to supplement your diet with protein powder. It can be hard to find a powder protein that actually tastes good…

Recent data reveal a nutrient found in salmon and meat may help reduce your risk of bacterial infections.1 This is especially important considering the problems surrounding antibiotic usage. Before antibiotics, the average lifespan was 47 years and infectious diseases like pneumonia were rampant.2 While antibiotics transformed health care, they do carry some risk. For example,…

I’m not a big fan of rain boots. They’re clunky and pretty much always leave me with blisters. Waterproof sneakers, however, look great, fit comfortably, and go with everything in my wardrobe. Waterproof sneakers are available in a wide variety of styles. I’m talking slip-ons, leather,  sock-like, lace-ups—you name it. There’s something for everyone and every outfit….