Be wary of the new class of drugs for migraine
Emgality and Nurtec are examples of a new class of migraine medication, but their actions don't only block pain - they block the normal production of gut mucus.
Support for healthy diet and lifestyle
A selection of Dr. Lavine's articles on support for healthy diet and lifestyle...
Calcium supplements fall short for reversing osteoporosis – but try this combo instead!
Even though calcium supplements fall short, a combination of diet supplements helps build healthy bone in those with osteoporosis.
The bacteria in your mouth influence your mood and energy level
Scientists have detected an imbalance of microbes in the saliva of young people with suicidal thoughts. This insight could help many others, too.
Another strategy to keep your arteries elastic
Adequate levels of vitamin K2 are important for cardiovascular health-- they keep your arterial walls supple.
Carb loading? Strategic nutrient intake leading up to race day
Basic outline of carbohydrate loading and training strategies for the days leading up to race day
Dr. Lavine’s food diversity scorecard
Food diversity is important to health. Dr. Lavine introduces his Food Diversity Scorecard so you can assess how diverse your food sources are.
Leucine
Leucine is unique among amino acids. It's a building block for proteins but it also serves as a hormonal switch to stimulate protein production.
Four nutrients it’s hard to get on a vegan diet
Meat?
There are many problems with the way meat is produced. It ruins the environment. It makes animals’ lives ...
Why I source my herbs in Australia
The potential benefits of herbal medicines is an active area of scientific research. Sourcing medicinal herbs in Australia has advantages.
Nitric oxide and your health
Nitric oxide is a key molecule for health because it signals your arteries to dilate. This article covers the three main ways to boost nitric oxide levels.
Do we really need to drink all that water?
If you’re like me, you’ve probably heard that drinking 8 glasses of water a day of 8 ounces each is good for your ...
My blood pressure quest. Chapter 3: Mercury in my hair
High levels of mercury can contribute to high blood pressure; hair testing of heavy metals can reveal the problem and point to a solution.
Heartburn, reflux & GERD
Symptoms of reflux are commonly managed with prescriptions for PPI's. But the functional diagnostic medicine approach digs deeper.
Chapter 1: My blood pressure quest. The commitment
Tests for blood pressure are a routine part of medical checkups and over the years that's become a concern of ...
Which is the more sophisticated technology?
Before you answer, consider this: Over millions of years, plants have develop sophisticated chemical ...
