Diet Soda Makes You Fat

Posted August 29th, 2009

With our natural affinity for sweetness, it was just a matter of time before folks in laboratories started looking for a non-calorie replacement. After all, there are consequences to eating excess amounts of sugars. Click here if you want a quick review of the effects of sugar on the body.

The idea of non-sugar sweeteners is great. Have your sweet foods without any consequences.

Of course you know the unintended side effects that have come along with artificial sweeteners. If you need a review, click here for the search page on the Reno Alternative Medicine web site that will bring up artificial sweetener related articles.

But there’s one additional side effect that most people are surprised to hear. Artificial sweeteners lead to weight gain.

Can You Protect Your Heart and Fight Cancer With Just One Nutrient?

Posted August 21st, 2009

You probably already know that the two top causes of death in Western culture are cancer and heart disease. What you may not know is that there is one natural nutrient that helps reduce the risks for both of these problems. And, it’s a substance that many, if not most people are deficient in. This isn’t a coincidence.

The Hidden Cost of Cheap Food

Posted August 15th, 2009

How the Your Tax Dollars Subsidize Bad Health…
We live in a land of plenty where everyone has easy access to low-cost foods.
This sounds like some sort of Shangri-la at first glance, doesn’t it? But when you dig deeper, some disturbing facts emerge.
When Cheap is Expensive
Among all income levels, the greatest levels of obesity [...]

Vitamin D Overdose Symptoms

Posted August 8th, 2009

For years we’ve been told too much sun was dangerous. And too much can be. Unfortunately, this over-emphasis on the dangers of excessive sun have caused a swing in the opposite direction. Excessive use of sun blockers, people always wearing long sleeves and a hat, as well as staying indoors more are all common responses. As a result, more and more people are testing deficient in Vitamin D.

To Sleep Perchance to Dream

Posted August 2nd, 2009

One of the most common complaints I see these days is difficulty sleeping. This may not be the main reason someone comes to my office, but very often it accompanies the presenting problem.