If green foods scare you, you’ve never had an avocado, or found the right ways to use avocado. There is a reason for all the guac-induced madness that exists in American society today. Little omega-3 pushing miracles, these fruits—yes fruits, not vegetables—pack all of the right nutrition and flavor into any meal. Avocados dish out heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. And, according …

In my book How Not to Die, I center my recommendations around a Daily Dozen checklist of everything I try to fit into my daily routine.  In my book How Not to Die, I suggest we try to center our diets around whole plant foods. Some plants are healthier than others, though. Apparently, you can live for extended periods eating practically nothing but white potatoes, for example, and, by definition, that would …

You hear so much about weight loss these days, whether you’re watching TV, scrolling through social media or talking with friends. Lots of the information about what to eat and not to eat, what to do and not to do, can be confusing or even wrong. These misconceptions discourage too many guys from trying to shed excess pounds or keep …

In my previous articles on oil pulling, I discussed how the ancient practice may be no more effective than swishing with plain water for plaque and gingivitis, doesn’t whiten your teeth, and may even worsen dental erosion. What about oil pulling to treat tooth sensitivity? About a quarter of people have sensitive teeth, for example, experiencing aching sensations when drinking …

With mouthwatering aromas wafting through the air and tempting treats visible in all directions, the beach boardwalk can easily feel like a diet disaster waiting to happen. Fortunately, with just a little bit of forethought and planning, you can seek out some of the healthier choices like dry-roasted nuts, a single serving of frozen yogurt or even corn on the …

What evidence exists to suggest oil pulling can effectively treat serious diseases, such as paralysis, meningitis, cancer, and AIDS?  I’ve produced videos on how coconut oil is safe to put on your hair or put on your skin, but you certainly don’t want to eat it. In fact, you may not even want to be in the same kitchen when coconut oil is being heated. I don’t know where people got the idea it’s safe to use for cooking. Coconut oil …

Fast food on a diet? It sounds like a misnomer. But the truth is that you can make healthy choices at a drive-thru or quick counter service restaurant that won’t totally derail your healthy lifestyle. We know that life is hectic and sometimes grabbing something quick on the go is your best option. Other times you might even find yourself …

Oil pulling is put to the test head-to-head against chlorhexidine mouthwash for oral and dental health measures.  What are the potential risks and benefits of the ancient practice of oil pulling, in which oil is swished or “pulled” between the teeth for 15 minutes or so and then spit out? There are wild, unsubstantiated claims online and even in the medical literature, including the British Dental Journal. I can believe oil …

Vacation is the time to cut loose—to spend time with the people you love most in a great new place, away from the stresses of work and home life. And if you’re like most people, it also means food—eaten on the beach, on the run and at many of your favorite types of restaurants, leaving you with questions about what …

By now, you are probably familiar with my Daily Dozen checklist, a simple tracker that can help you get into the habit of including some of the healthiest of healthy foods and exercise into your everyday routine. But, if you need some extra support and inspiration to get those boxes checked off, join our free Daily Dozen Digest—an 11-week email series …