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Eating “All Things in Moderation” Ravaged My Athletic Husband’s Arteries
In July 2021, we were at mile 700-ish of a 1,000-mile bike trip from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Washington, D.C., staying at a campground in the middle of nowhere, when my husband, Tony, had “the incident.” He woke up in the morning and was just not right. He felt...
Why Should (or Shouldn’t) We Eat a Macrobiotic Diet?
What happens when you put diabetics on a diet composed largely of whole grains, vegetables, and beans? The American Medical Association has described macrobiotic diets as “one of the most dangerous dietary regimens, posing not only serious hazards to the health of the...
Our Black Friday Sale Is on Now!
Add some green to your Black Friday with 20 percent off all merchandise on DrGreger.org. The sale is site-wide, so it includes all clothing, video downloads, outreach materials, and more. If you’re heading into winter, cozy up with our sweatpants (back by popular...
What’s the Best Diet for GERD?
While it’s normal to experience some indigestion or heartburn from time to time, experiencing these symptoms chronically could mean something more. As one of the most commonly diagnosed digestive disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, affects 20% of the...
What Is the Best Food for Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease?
What would happen if you stopped brushing your teeth but ate more healthfully? Experimentally, when study participants stop brushing their teeth, plaque starts to build up and, within a few days, their gums start to get inflamed. Though nothing may be visible just...
Is Cannabis a Cancer Cure?
Some studies on mice show that cannabis makes cancer better, while others show it makes cancer worse. What did the one and only human clinical trial to date find? “Cannabis and cancer: reality or pipe dream quackery?” I tackle that question in my video Can Cannabis...
You Should Know About These Boutique Food Brands That Cater to Whole-Food, Plant-Based Eaters
Add a little something special to your home-cooked meals with these artisanal whole-food, plant-based products. From salt-free spice blends to hearty whole wheat pizza crusts, you’ll love the unique flavors, healthy ingredients, and high quality of every pick on this...
Does Smoking Cannabis Cause Lung Cancer?
On a puff-by-puff basis, cannabis smoke deposits four times more tar in the lungs than tobacco, but does that translate into increased cancer risk? Does Marijuana Cause Lung Cancer? As I discuss in my video, “there are at least 33 carcinogens in marijuana smoke,”...
Webinar: A Plant-Based Thanksgiving Cooking Demo with Chef AJ
Learn how to prep a healthy vegan Thanksgiving feast in a flash with plant-based superstar Chef AJ. Feeling a little stressed about putting together a whole-food, plant-based meal for friends and family this Thanksgiving? Let us show you how simple and delicious your...