Do spicy foods raise testosterone levels? That was the conclusion of many websites after reviewing a recent study, but upon taking a look at the investigation, I noticed some items that I think people missed. So, what I want to do is review the study on spicy foods and testosterone, and give you some insights […]
Viagra and Skin Cancer? What The Research Says
Driving home one night I heard a radio show discuss the possibility that Viagra may be linked to skin cancer (melanoma). That’s a new one! I was intrigued, so I made a mental note to check into it when I got home. Sure enough, there is some research on this so what I want to […]
It Pays To Be a Type II Diabetic
What I’m about to say about type II diabetes will offend some people. Heck, I’m sure others will be downright mad at me. Believe me I mean no disrespect to anyone. I speak these words because they need to be said – because so few others want you to hear them. What I am about […]
Personal Trainers Story
I’m a worshiper in the temple of science. If a factoid doesn’t have a solid foundation of research and logic behind it I judge it to be of no consequence other than as an insight into the mindset of the individual propagating the nonsense. Good science is an observation of nature that can be repeated […]
Football Players, Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome
Athletes may be under a false impression that they do not need to worry about heart disease and diabetes if a recent study is correct. This study, published in the Journal of Athletic Training, found that among college football players, almost one half (1/2) of college defense and offensive lineman had metabolic syndrome, a condition […]
Fractures What is YOUR Risk?
Have you ever fractured a bone? Maybe not, but are you at risk of fracturing a bone – or worse? I recently became aware of a nifty tool that let anyone estimate their risk. Its called FRAX. FRAX stands for Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (how they got an X in there is beyond me!). Basically […]
TV’s Monk and Heart Disease: My Letter To Hollywood
Have you ever seen those “Now You Know” TV commercials? You know, where a celebrity tries to enlighten us into how to treat each other better.? Now, there’s anything wrong with being nice to other people; and I’m all for it actually. But, I always felt that celebrities could use their time and talents for […]