Dr. Marc Micozzi

The latest research shows that eating ultra-processed “junk food” might do more than just make you fat or HIJACK your blood sugar control. It could lead to as many as 38 health issues… including sleep problems, depression and anxiety, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. Here’s how to get the most out of the food you eat… and stay OUT of an early grave.

The FDA has urged six spice brands to recall their ground cinnamon for elevated levels of lead. Here’s what you need to know to avoid heavy metal exposure in your spices… and beyond.

The FDA has announced the end of the use of PFAS in grease-proofing fast food wrappers, takeout containers, and other food packaging. But these “forever chemicals” are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to ultra-processed foods being UNSAFE for human consumption.

If your psoriasis is severe… and you’re experiencing a related condition like osteoporosis… the key to BOTH may be too-low levels of vitamin D. Here’s how the “sunshine vitamin” could improve your skin AND your bone mineral density.

A study shows that the risk of cardiovascular and all-cause death is DECREASED with the more dietary vitamin B3 (a.k.a. niacin) that’s consumed by folks with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Your doc may be worried about cholesterol CLOGGING your arteries… but there’s something ELSE that could be contributing to atherosclerosis… heart disease… and even death. It’s plastic! Here’s how tiny pieces of your water bottles and food packaging could be working their way into your blood vessels… and WREAKING havoc when they set up shop and REFUSE to leave.

Lyme disease has been a GROWING threat since its discovery in 1975 – and although MOST cases go unreported, the statistics still show SOARING numbers over the last three decades. Here’s the reason behind the latest SPIKE in cases… and what you can do to STEER CLEAR of disease-carrying ticks.

If you’re drinking a cup or more of sweetened beverages daily… you could be in the crosshairs for a heart rhythm issue known as atrial fibrillation, a.k.a. afib. Here’s how AVOIDING both sugar- and artificially-sweetened drinks could be the key to beating back an irregular heartbeat, which could lead to stroke.

Research supports the daily consumption of yogurt to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes – and the FDA just announced that it won’t get in the way of yogurt manufacturers adding this health claim to packaging. But not all yogurts are the same… so here’s how to choose the BEST one for blood sugar woes.