2 Supplements You Should Never Take

Health Alert 306
When it comes to supplements, not all live up to the hype used to sell them. Some products have hidden risks. Others simply don’t work.
Today, I’ll tell you about two supplements you should avoid. Instead of risking your health, I’ll show you safe and reliable ways of getting the same results.

Exposing the Myths [...]

Pharmacy Scams

Health Alert 165
There are legitimate online pharmacies that can offer you relief from over inflated U.S. prices. Some of my patients use them to save money. But buyer beware! It is a challenge to tell the reputable ones from the bad ones. Some pill mills like to hide behind the maple leaf but are not [...]

In Pain? Relief May Be in Your Kitchen

Health Alert 183
If you have chronic pain, you may know the prescription drugs Celebrex and Vioxx. Their use is very common. When Celebrex came out it was the #1-selling drug of all time…until Viagra hit the street. But Viagra isn’t what dropped the popularity of Celebrex. It was because patients started experiencing the reality… not [...]

Ouch Doc, That Really Hurts!

Health Alert 188
A new patient, Chris R. carefully pulled the strap down on her sandal to show me the problem. The back of her heel was red, swollen and warm to touch. I lightly pressed on her Achilles tendon with the usual doctor’s question, “Does this hurt?” When she recovered from the pain, she told [...]

Avoid Common Hospital Dangers

Health Alert 211
Have you ever been a patient in a hospital? A new survey found that hospitals can be alarmingly dangerous places to be. One in five hospitalized patients reported medical hazards in their care, sometimes harrowing trouble.
Another study led by the New England Journal of Medicine reported that side effects from drugs plague one [...]

Doctors Often Hex Their Patients

Health Alert 229

Dear Subscriber:
The next time you go to your doctor complaining of an ache or pain, pay close attention to what happens during your visit.
Be wary if your doctor pulls out a prescription pad right off the bat. Taking drugs doesn’t just keep you from finding a cure – it can make you even [...]

Illegal Manipulation of Drug Prices

Health Alert 231
Dear Subscriber:
Did you know that doctors make thousands of dollars in kickbacks from drug companies to prescribe certain drugs to patients? Today you’ll learn about the unethical promoting practices many drug companies are involved in, and how to make sure you don’t fall victim to them.

* Unbelievable But True *

In July, Schering Plough [...]

Cure Your Headaches with Safe Nutrients

Health Alert 252
Dear Subscriber:
Headaches are usually a nuisance but can be quite serious. Migraine can be incapacitating. They can bring blurred vision, flashes of light, numbness and speech impairment. If left untreated migraines can lead to conditions such as permanent vision loss, strokes, aneurysms, and even death.1
If you suffer from migraines, you’ll be glad to [...]

High Fat Diet Eases Arthritis Pain

Health Alert 73
A high fat diet can actually diminish arthritis pain. In past Health Alerts, I’ve talked about some of the reasons why low fat diets are no good. A new study has prompted me to add another reason to my list.
Problems Caused By Low-Fat Diet
Inability to absorb vitamins
Likeliness to consume more carbohydrates
Avoidance of important [...]

Pain Relief – an Alternative Approach

Health Alert 74
Today I’m going to tell you how you can relieve your pain naturally. You can use a safe therapy that really works. It can eliminate pain in many cases. It is tried and tested; it is not addicting and is non-toxic. But you are not likely to get it from your mainstream doctor. [...]

Letters from You

Health Alert 80
It has now been a year since I’ve started to write these Health Alert letters. I have been surprised and overwhelmed with the response of you, the reader. I receive questions and comments from readers like you almost everyday.
I have always encouraged my patients to take an active role in their own health. [...]

Joints Ache? Try This Ancient Remedy

Health Alert 92
If you’ve been suffering from swelling, pain, and stiffness in your joints any relief is welcome. But many prescription drug solutions create additional problems for you. Today I’m going to tell you about an effective yet gentle and safe solution. I’m talking about an Indian herb called Guggal.
You may have heard of it. [...]

Botox: No Longer Just For Beauty

Health Alert 111
Could you end migraines, prostate problems, and muscle spasms with just a prick of a needle? That’s what some new studies using Botox are suggesting. We are finding that Botox is not only good for cosmetic anti-aging, it may also ease some very irritating conditions.
Today, I’ll tell you how a cosmetic tool has [...]