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The Hawaiian Islands, tucked away in the central Pacific Ocean, call to mind year-round sunshine, gorgeous white-sand beaches, and an iconic brand of global tourism. The fleeting few days of paradise amidst the daily grind of life can range from…
To the anonymous, generous individual who put out a bucket of free sweet potatoes that I ran into while walking around town one day: thanks for sharing this superfood with your neighbors! All potatoes are not created equal. If I…
Gut health is intricately tied to the trillions of bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi that live inside our intestines. Together, these germs make up the gut microbiome, a rich ecosystem with a metabolic capacity that exceeds that of the liver.…
A growing body of studies suggest that there might be an alternative method for tackling our symptoms—through our diet. So many people are suffering from allergies these days. I spoke with The Telegraph and Outside Magazine about allergies, lifestyle, and the immune system. Food…
That inflammation is a common element in humankind’s top killers—heart disease and cancer—is unlikely to be serendipitous. The intricate link between inflammation and modern chronic diseases is rooted in our evolutionary history. In order to survive infections, famine, and other…
There are steps we can all take to prevent and reverse inflammation, and it starts with what we eat. I spoke with the Daily Mirror on the small changes to the way you choose, prepare and eat your food that…
Fortunately, scientists have made progress in understanding how to prevent runaway inflammation, which occurs when the immune system becomes hyperactive and attacks healthy tissues. Studies suggest that avoiding exposure to tobacco smoke, air pollution, and other environmental irritants can help,…
I spoke with the Telegraph about how to deal with inflammation in the body. In the short term, inflammation is a normal healthy response to invaders. When your body encounters an offending agent – such as viruses, bacteria or toxic…