It is likely you have heard about the Brain-Gut connection. It comes to no surprise to those who have learned to rely on “gut feelings.” But let science be our main guide: articles on this vital topic are found on practically every medical journal. I will never forget the one I read d
“Anti-aging” is an understandable hot topic for baby boomers contemplating the rapid decline we begin to experience in middle age (see below). However, any intervention, diet, or supplement peddled to reverse the process, albeit well intentioned, is bound to eventually fail as we reac
Artificial sweeteners have a bad track record. We do well to replace them with more natural sweeteners like stevia and xylitol. They can also help us to cut back on the ubiquitous high fructose corn syrup. Unfortunately, the latter just got a bad report. See below. Hugo Rodier, MD Sug
This issue is dedicated to the microbiome. Studies pointing to its central role in health and disease are ubiquitous in our medical and nutritional journals. The microbiome’s impact is far reaching, even when it is not specifically mentioned. This is the missing point in the article b
Our culture is obsessed with youth. Most people will do anything to live longer, except the only thing that has a significant impact on our longevity—get rid of ultra-processed foods. (See article below) Ironic, isn’t it? It gets more ironic when we see that most people who want to li
If we live long enough, we begin to see cyclical changes in society. Yes, hang on to those outdated, old ties and skirts: they will be coming back. Medical/health issues are no different, especially when it comes to diet. Are eggs good or bad for you? What about Intermittent fasting?
This newsletter covers the microbiome in depth once a year. The excellent article highlighted herein is comprehensive, and a great resource for those who wish a primer on this pivotal subject. Hugo Rodier, MD Gut microbiome influences food allergy risks Healio Minute, February 28, 202
Artificial sugars were hailed as a major breakthrough in the battle of the bulge. Unfortunately, the data pointing out the side effects has been poorly disseminated. Can you guess why? Ardent defenders of sweeteners cannot continue to defend these products. In short, the problem is th
