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More Meat, More Milk, More Illness: The Flawed Science of the New U.S. Dietary Guidelines

More Meat, More Milk, More Illness: The Flawed Science of the New U.S. Dietary Guidelines

In last week’s 128th column, titled “Telling people to eat more protein while cutting saturated fat. ” (Kormedi.
Eat more protein — but cut saturated fat?

Eat more protein — but cut saturated fat?

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans , released in January 2026, contain several serious errors. The first is that they push animal-based protein at...
The Ozempic Multiplier: Why Lifestyle Habits Still Dictate Heart Health in the GLP-1 Era

The Ozempic Multiplier: Why Lifestyle Habits Still Dictate Heart Health in the GLP-1 Era

It has been three months since I started my once-weekly Ozempic injection. My blood sugar is clearly under control, and...
The Silent Threat to Cardiovascular Health: Six Foods to Lower 'Bad' Cholesterol

The Silent Threat to Cardiovascular Health: Six Foods to Lower 'Bad' Cholesterol

A primary driver of cardiovascular disease—particularly for those entering middle age—is low-density lipoprotein ,...
Stronger Bones and Better Sleep: 5 Essential Foods for Menopause

Stronger Bones and Better Sleep: 5 Essential Foods for Menopause

Menopause marks a significant transition as ovarian function declines and the production of female hormones ceases.
Why Did the American Heart Association Issue Nutrition Guidelines at Odds with the U.S. Government?

Why Did the American Heart Association Issue Nutrition Guidelines at Odds with the U.S. Government?

“To improve cardiovascular health, increase your intake of plant-based protein and replace animal saturated fat with...
A Major Paradigm Shift in Cholesterol Management: Earlier Testing, 30-Year Risk Predictions

A Major Paradigm Shift in Cholesterol Management: Earlier Testing, 30-Year Risk Predictions

Heart disease often appears as a sudden crisis, but it is typically the result of risks that have quietly accumulated...
AI Mammogram Analysis: Predicting Cardiovascular Disease Risk Through Breast Cancer Screening

AI Mammogram Analysis: Predicting Cardiovascular Disease Risk Through Breast Cancer Screening

An artificial intelligence program capable of analyzing routine mammogram images may soon serve a dual purpose:...
The Noodle Trap: How a High-Carbohydrate Diet Leads to High Cholesterol

The Noodle Trap: How a High-Carbohydrate Diet Leads to High Cholesterol

When people think of high cholesterol, "greasy food" is usually the first thing that comes to mind.
Beyond the Rice Bowl: Why Kidney Bean Tea is a Secret Weapon for Blood Sugar Stability

Beyond the Rice Bowl: Why Kidney Bean Tea is a Secret Weapon for Blood Sugar Stability

Legumes are a staple of mixed-grain rice, but their health benefits extend far beyond being a simple side dish.