Is The Galleri Cancer Test Worth It? A Doctor Explains
A blood sample tube for Galleri blood test for the early diagnosis of multi-cancer (more than 50 types of cancer). While the concept of finding cancer through a simple draw is compelling, high rates of false alarms and missed cancers mea… … More This year’s Super Bowl Hims & Hers commercial had an advertisement for […]
Why Americans Have Shorter Longevity Than Europeans
The United States is one of the richest, most technologically advanced countries on earth. It also spends more on health care than any other nation. Yet Americans, on average, die younger than people across much of Europe. In 2023, U.S. life expectancy was about 78.4 years. Across the European Union, it was about 81.5 years, […]
The ‘Healthy Drink’ Myth Is Over, According To New U.S. Alcohol Guidelines
Respecting the new “one or less” guideline starts with knowing when to say “none.” Choosing not to drink is always a zero-risk choice. On January 7, 2026, the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture released the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The updates on sodium, sugar and early childhood nutrition are significant. […]
To Cut Breast Cancer Risk, Drink Less Alcohol, Science Says
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines deliver a clear directive: drink less. The evidence shows increased breast cancer risk begins with the very first drink of alcohol and increases linearly with higher levels of drinking. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030), originally published January 7, 2026, delivers a straightforward, powerful directive when it comes to alcohol: Drink […]
RFK Jr.’s New Food Pyramid: A Radical Reset In U.S. Nutrition Policy
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveils the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans on January 7, 2026. On January 7, 2026, the United States government unveiled what Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. described as the “most significant reset of federal nutrition policy in history.” At a White […]
5 Ways To Make New Year’s Resolutions Last From ‘Atomic Habits’ Author James Clear
Every January, people make ambitious promises to themselves. By February, most of those promises have evaporated. On a recent episode of the Huberman Lab podcast, neuroscientist Andrew Huberman sat down with James Clear, author of the mega-best seller Atomic Habits. Together they unpack why behavior change fails so predictably and what actually works when motivation […]
Lyme Disease and Chronic Fatigue: Understanding the Complex Relationship
If you’ve been struggling with persistent exhaustion that doesn’t improve with rest, you may have heard both “Lyme disease” and “chronic fatigue syndrome” mentioned as possible explanations. The relationship between these two conditions is more complex than many people realize, and understanding this connection could be crucial to finding the right path toward healing. When […]
Insulin Resistance and Brain Fog: The Hidden Connection
If you’re struggling with persistent mental cloudiness, difficulty concentrating, or memory lapses alongside metabolic concerns, you’re not imagining things. The connection between insulin resistance and brain fog represents one of the most overlooked aspects of metabolic health, yet emerging research reveals a profound link between how your body processes glucose and how well your brain […]
Understanding High SHBG: How Elevated Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Affects Your Health
When hormone testing reveals high sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) levels, many patients find themselves confused about what this means for the big picture story of their overall health. This protein, produced primarily by the liver, plays a critical yet often misunderstood role in regulating hormone activity throughout the body. Understanding why SHBG rises and how […]
Should You See a Functional Medicine Dietitian?
A functional medicine dietitian takes a fundamentally different approach to nutrition and health compared to conventional dietitians. While traditional dietetics typically focuses on managing diagnosed conditions through standardized dietary protocols—such as a diabetic diet or low-sodium plan for hypertension—functional medicine nutrition digs deeper. These specialized practitioners spend considerable time investigating the root causes of your […]