
Should I Take This Supplement That People Have Been Talking About?
A friend might have sworn by a new supplement, or you might have heard about some exciting-sounding research on a new product. If your typical response is, “I should try that!”, consider a few criteria that will help you limit your supplement intake to the worthwhile ones.

What’s The Rationale Behind Homeopathy for Colds and Flu?
When a homeopathic product states on a label that an ingredient helps with a sore throat, that is based on the belief that in a more concentrated form the same ingredient causes a sore throat. The principle is: like treats like. And the basis is not scientific, it is historical and anecdotal.

Is There a Supplement Worth Trying for Gluten Sensitivity?
I have theories about why more people, including myself, are reporting sensitivity to gluten. And this has led me to ask if a particular supplement might be helpful.

Is Organic Food Really Better for You?
I don’t love the thought of consuming herbicide and insecticide residues, but I would be tempted to buy less expensive conventionally grown produce if it wasn’t for the guilt I feel that my savings are coming at the expense of farmworkers’ health. They are the ones exposed daily to high levels of pesticides.

Why I Avoid Gluten and Dairy
Within a few weeks of giving up gluten and dairy, something surprising happened.

What’s The Difference Between Food Allergies, Intolerances, and Sensitivities?
Many people avoid gluten or dairy not because of a medical diagnosis, but they feel better when they avoid these foods, perhaps experiencing less bloating, better digestion and elimination, or fewer aches and pains. Their doctors don’t understand what’s going on.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Regift?
Wouldn’t it be great if there were no shame in regifting?