More Low-Fat Lies (Part One)
This story is so important that I’m going to forgo the usual 3-story format of the newsletter and dedicate this entire issue
Back to Work, Back to School: Get the “September Edge”
Get an edge for you (and your kids) with this extraordinary supplement What if there was a nutrient that
Scientists measure stress levels in hair!
Cortisol is considered to be a stress hormone. Its secretion is increased during times of stress.
Low Levels of DHA linked to cardiovascular disease
Do you really need any more proof that the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids are protective of the heart?
Vitamin D Toxicity: What You Need to Know
Given my very bullish recommendation on vitamin D supplementation, it’s not surprising that more than a few people have asked me if taking too much vitamin D can be toxic. The answer is yes. (And please don’t stop reading here.) The question became a lot more than...
Featured Recipe: Banana Muffins
The following recipe is just for readers of this newsletter, “In Step With Jonny” — it’s an advance preview of “The Healthiest Comfort Foods on Earth”
Berries and your Brain: New Research from the ACS
Scientists today reported the first evidence that eating blueberries, strawberries, and acai berries may help the aging
Featured Recipe: Orange Hummus-Stuffed Tomatoes (Unbelievable!)
The following recipe is just for readers of this newsletter, “In Step With Jonny” — it’s an advance preview of our forthcoming book,
Enjoy Your Vices! Guest Article by Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum
The following is a guest article by my dear friend, Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, the world’s foremost expert on natural treatment for fibromyalgia
What Your Brain Needs to Stay Sharp!
Scientists at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Portugal just published a study in the August 2010 Journal of Alzheimer’s
Featured Recipe: Jonny’s Brainy Breakfast Scramble
The following recipe is just for readers of this newsletter, “In Step With Jonny”—it’s an advance preview of our forthcoming book,
The Diet Wars: The Saga Continues
A new study was just published in the Annals of Internal Medicine testing a low-carb diet against a conventional low-fat one.
The Power of Possibility- Your Brain as a Powerful Anti-Aging Tool
One of my favorite books ever is a recent one written by Harvard psychologist Ellen Langer
Can vitamin D protect your brain?
If you think you know everything you need to know about vitamin D, think again. In fact, the very act of thinking
Featured Recipe: Low-Cal Curried Halibut Stew with Grilled Pineapple
The following recipe is just for readers of this newsletter, “In Step With Jonny”—it’s an advance preview of our forthcoming book,
Parkinson’s disease: Are You at Risk?
Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system. It plays havoc with motor skills and speech, and that’s
Brain Protection 101
If you talk to a bunch of baby boomers about the future, you’re likely to hear a variety of responses, all of which have something
Interesting New Research on Tea Drinking
After water, tea is probably the most consumed beverage in the world. Not counting water, it’s also probably the healthiest.
Featured Recipe: 15-Minute Cucumber-and-Orange Shrimp Ceviche
The following recipe is just for readers of this newsletter, “In Step with Jonny” — it’s an advance preview of our forthcoming book, “
Three New Weight Loss Drugs You Should Know About
There are currently three new weight loss drugs in the front of the queue for FDA consideration — Qnexa, Contrave and lorcaserin
The Perfect Drink for Summer
Whenever any food, drink or supplement hits the market with a lot of fanfare with claims that it does everything from cure diabetes to speed
Can Pomegranate Juice Fight Cancer?
Pomegranate juice may slow the progression of prostate cancer, according to long-term research results recently presented at the 104
Boost Immunity With This Super Vitamin
Add this to the growing resume of vitamin D: it stimulates the immune system. Oregon State University scientists..
Lack of Sleep May Lead to Overeating
Ever notice how easy it is to eat everything in sight when you’re feeling sleep deprived? I have.
This Underappreciated Superfood is Available Everywhere
With all the hype over expensive, exotic juices, berries and other superfoods, it’s easy to forget that there are commonly
Featured Recipe: Cashew Miso Spread
Enjoy this lightning-quick spread with crudités or cooked veggies, spread on whole grain crackers, or you can thin it out
Do Omega-6 Fatty Acids Promote Fat Accumulation?
The following is a guest article by Dr. Joyce Nettleton, a highly respected published researcher Diets high in omega-6 fatty acids are associated
7 Tips for Safe Grilling
For most Americans, Memorial Day is the time when the old Bar-B-Que comes out of wraps, and grilling season begins in earnest.
Top 10 Ways to Cut Back on Sugar
Here are some top tips for cutting back on sugar, taken directly from the Summer Diet Boot Camp Workbook: Don’t add it to foods.
How much omega-3’s do you really need?
A new study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition looked at biomarkers of chronic disease among people who routinely consume a lot
The Most Important Foods to Buy Organic
The Environmental Working Group- a non-profit organization dedicated to consumer health
Special Issue: The New FDA Food Pyramid (What You Need to Know)
The New Food Pyramid: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly On June 15, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee submitted a report
Diet Pill Dangers: New Warning from FDA!
Get ready for a warning label on the “miracle weight loss drug”, Alli. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a revised label for
Knock Out Tummy and Thigh Fat
What are the best exercises to reduce fat on thighs and stomach? Well, here’s the bad news.
Are You Still Multitasking?
Forget multi-tasking. It’s so yesterday. And it’s also a secret robber of energy.
Powerhouse Portobellos with Manchego Cheese over Wilted Spinach
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Powerhouse Portobellos with Manchego Cheese over Wilted Spinach I’m excited to share this recipe
How to Win at Weight Loss
It took me three years of playing tennis to learn the lesson I’m about to share with you,
The “Zestful” Anti-Aging Supplement You Already Have!
I’m always fascinated by how quickly the mainstream health media likes to “jump” on stories that appear to show that vitamins
Dieting Success: The Mind-Body Connection
Ever hear of Dr. Judith Horvath? Well, neither did I. But I can tell you that I was pretty blown away by what she had to say about the psychological
Recipe of the Week: A Mediterranean Delight
We got so much terrific feedback on last week’s recipe that I decided to feature another recipe this week.
The Great American Supplement Movement
Among people who use multiple dietary supplements, fish oil/ omega-3 supplements now top multivitamins in popularity,
Processed Meats: What’s Inside May Kill You
Fascinating- and important- new research from the Harvard School of Public Health questions the common assumption that eating red
Heart Healthy Foods: Savory Spinach Soup
There’s been a ton of e-mail asking for food suggestions and recipes. So, by popular demand
Have You Been Exposed to a Chemical Cocktail?
The President’s Cancer Panel is the Blue Ribbon Committee of all Blue Ribbon Committees. It’s part of the National Cancer
Research Findings: Fats Protect Your Brain
Guest article adapted from the Life Extension Foundation. The best strategy for treating mild cognitive impairment is to avoid
Vitamin D: Healer or Health Hazard?
Get ready for a mainstream media headline proclaiming that vitamin D causes fractures
This Mineral May Reduce Your Risk For Colon Cancer!
According to the American Cancer Society, the risk of a person having colorectal cancer in their lifetime is approximately 1 in 19,
How Much Exercise Is Enough?
A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association is making people nuts.
Coconut Oil for Weight Loss?
Coconut oil has long been demonized for being high in saturated fats, and therefore inherently “unhealthy”. People in the
The Hidden Danger of Bread, Pasta and Rice
Consuming carbohydrates with a high glycemic index increases the risk of coronary heart disease in women, according to a new
