Category Archives: A Better Pill to Swallow

To understand the possible health impact of crude oil and dispersants, pollutants need to be analyzed and thoroughly studied before conclusions can be made. 1) Benzene – the carcinogenic properties of this crude oil chemical have long been known.  Long … Continue reading →

According to the New York Times, young physicians are expressing the desire to practice abroad in developing countries. Currently, more than 70 universities across the nation are fielding academic programs in global health. While America is experiencing its own shortage … Continue reading →

Dr. Colin Campbell’s book “The China Study” provides an overwhelming amount of evidence that diets with higher portions of plant protein are conducive to greater health. 1) One area that Dr. Campbell addresses is the idea of protein quality.  Protein … Continue reading →

Obesity is often cited as a common cause for concern in America, but how much should we really be worried? Perhaps the answer lies in a small independent republic called Nauru that lies in the Southern Pacific. Nauru has recently … Continue reading →

Here are some examples / concepts of modern alternative medicine: 1) Homeopathy — this technique involves the dilution of a concoction to treat illness.  The general belief is that each time a remedy is diluted, the more effective it becomes. … Continue reading →

It was brought to my attention through comments and a letter to the editor that people were not satisfied with either the message of my column, or at least how it was written.  While I stand by the position I … Continue reading →

I know I gave NyQuil a hard time in my opinion column today, but NyQuil is not the only over the counter drug that induces a high. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an old Johnson-Johnson staple and has sedative side effects.  This … Continue reading →

I would never say that I was raised by the television, but I would say that I was partly educated by it. Programs such as The History Channel’s Modern Marvels and The Discovery channel’s Dinosaur Planet filled my head with … Continue reading →

I provided many broad examples of publications laying claim to the idea that electronic media is to blame for various diseases and afflictions. Let me specifically revoke some of these misgivings. In response to the claim that video games and … Continue reading →

Drug abusers are often portrayed as deviants whose lives have spiraled out of control, and the only way to protect us from their filthiness is to lock them away.  After all, it was their choice, and they made the wrong … Continue reading →