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A Doctor's Guide to the Raw Milk Debate
From gut health claims to food safety risks, a doctor breaks down the science behind the raw milk trend so you can make an informed choice for your child's health.
Jul 2211 min read


Medical Mistrust, Part 2: More Testing Isn't Always Better
More testing may feel reassuring, but unnecessary labs and scans can create confusion, false positives, and anxiety. This article explains why evidence‑based, purposeful testing—paired with shared decision‑making—leads to better care than ordering every possible test “just in case.”
Apr 2217 min read


Alcohol and the Heart: Fact vs. Fiction
Alcohol—even at modest levels—can harm the heart, increasing risks of arrhythmias, heart failure, stroke, and coronary disease. Research shows no truly “healthy” amount, and abstinence offers the best chance for recovery from alcohol‑related heart damage. This article breaks down the science, myths, and real cardiovascular impact of drinking.
Mar 3014 min read


Cholesterol, Statins, and a Story of Medical Mistrust
A thorough look at how modern medical mistrust has evolved—shaped by social media, rushed clinic visits designed around profit, and ties between physicians and industry. This feature unpacks the biology of vascular disease and the medicines used to treat it, including statins, while examining how financial incentives and fragmented care continue to erode patient confidence.
Mar 2429 min read


Erectile Dysfunction: Underappreciated Warning for Your Heart
Erectile dysfunction can be an early warning sign of cardiovascular disease, often appearing years before heart symptoms develop. Because the same vascular issues affect both the penile and heart arteries, ED offers a critical opportunity for early detection and prevention. Addressing ED with your clinician may help protect not only sexual health but long‑term heart health.
Mar 47 min read


Protecting Women's Hearts: Rising Heart Attack Deaths
Heart attack patterns differ for women and men. Learn how plaque biology, smaller arteries, and menopause shift women’s heart disease risks and outcomes.
Mar 27 min read
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