Hidden Hazards: What Disappearing Tire Tread Leaves Behind

From disappearing tire dust to PFAS and plastics, hidden chemical hazards surround us. Discover practical ways to reduce your exposures.

Skin Fungus Succumbs to Household Products You May Already Have

Will Garlic Supplements Lower Your Blood Pressure?

Garlic has a long history as a medicinal food. Research shows that garlic supplements lower your blood pressure about as well as antihypertensive medicines.

What Can You Use for Psoriasis If You Can’t Afford Otezla?

One reader reports that apremilast (Otezla) works very well to control psoriasis. There are other options for people who can't afford Otezla.

Overcome Bad Foot Odor AND Nail Fungus

Milk of magnesia, soaking the feet in Epsom salts, Listerine or vinegar in water can calm foot odor. Polysporin vs nail "fungus" and smells?

The Dark Side of Gabapentin as an Off Label Med

Gabapentin is the # 1 prescribed pain med in America. Do doctors reveal that they are prescribing it or other medicines for unapproved uses?

Atorvastatin (Lipitor) Side Effects & Complications

Atorvastatin (Lipitor) has been associated with muscle pain and weakness. It this "real" or coincidental? What about "itchy butt"?

Are You Stuck Inside? Too Busy, Too Hot? Too Tired? Break Out!

Getting outside, especially first thing in the morning, can have outsize health benefits. Don't stay stuck inside!

Lipfendra (Enlicitide) Slashes LDL Cholesterol! Does It Save Lives?

The real story behind Lipfendra (enlicitide): impressive LDL cholesterol lowering, unanswered questions and the evidence headlines overlook.

Podcasts

Show 1480: The Sleep Reset: How to Fall Asleep and Stay Asleep

If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep all night, you might need a sleep reset. Find out how diet and daylight influence sleep.