Stop Strokes Before They Happen

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

November 11, 2013

  • What to expect after a stroke
  • Gene mutation increases risk
  • This high-fat diet can prevent disaster

The idea of experiencing a stroke is very scary. And it’s not just that a stroke can kill you. It’s that it might not. Instead, it could leave you unable to talk, walk or function. Continue reading →

Simple Trick to Make You Skinnier

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

November 08, 2013

  • The skinny on fiber
  • Simple trick to make you skinnier and healthier
  • Quality, quantity and diversity make all the difference

Do you think you’re getting enough fiber if you eat your whole grain cereal each morning? What if you drink a glass of Metamucil every day? Is that enough? Continue reading →

This Tasty Treat Boosts Brainpower

By David Blyweiss, M.D.

November 04, 2013

  • Just 2 cups a day fights mental decline
  • Power up your brain by increasing blood flow
  • Starts working in as little as 24 hours

When it comes to dementia and brain function, my recommendations usually involve getting more exercise as well as trading in fatty, sugary foods for fresh fruits and vegetables. Continue reading →

Sushi, Cigarettes and a Glass of Water…

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

November 01, 2013

  • Toxic heavy metals attack both the rich and poor
  • Sushi and cigarettes pave the way to poor health
  • Quick and easy ways to zap this threat

I have a wide variety of patients. Some of them are what you would call “well-off.” Others not so much. But when it comes to patient treatment, they all get the same battery of blood work and testing. Continue reading →

An Amazing Story of Discovery

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

October 30, 2013

  • When “normal” cholesterol doesn’t prevent heart attack
  • A stronger predictor of cardiovascular risk
  • 3 supplements with heart-saving results

Has your doctor convinced you that “normal” cholesterol levels will stop you from having a heart attack? Continue reading →

The Driving Force Behind Hardening of the Arteries

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

October 25, 2013

  • Is this invisible force destroying your arteries?
  • Simple blood test predicts heart risk
  • No meds required… just natural solutions

Ask most doctors what the biggest risk factor for heart disease is and they will probably say “cholesterol.” But in the last issue of Advanced Natural Wellness we discussed how cholesterol is just one marker for heart disease, and not the best one at that. Continue reading →

The Most Important “Cholesterol” Test You Can Get

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

October 21, 2013

  • This is when LDL really counts
  • Is your LDL big and fluffy?
  • 4 tips to protect your heart

Today it seems like everyone over the age of 40 is zeroed in on their cholesterol levels. It’s one of the first of many things my patients ask about. They want to know if their total cholesterol is high and how much “bad cholesterol’ they have. Continue reading →

Eat This Once a Day to Reduce Cancer Risk

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

October 11, 2013

  • When an “ounce of prevention” really counts
  • Defend against prostate, colon, breast and lung cancer
  • Easy ways to add these cancer-fighting vegetables to your meals

When I was a kid, my mom wouldn’t let me leave the dinner table until I ate all of my vegetables. Continue reading →