On the Pulse with Dr. John Briffa

Individuals who are labeled “overweight” according to the BMI enjoy at least as good health than those traditionally labeled as “healthy.”

The ‘Overweight’ Are Not Risking Their Lives

Nov 13, 2008, 8:00 am

Individuals who are labeled “overweight” according to the BMI enjoy at least as good health than those traditionally labeled as “healthy.”

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of loss of vision in adults.

Low GI Diet Protects Eyes

Nov 6, 2008, 5:00 pm

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of loss of vision in adults.

If you want a long, healthy life, do what you can to ensure stability of blood sugar and insulin levels.

Low-Carb Diet Lowers Insulin Levels

Oct 29, 2008, 6:00 am

If you want a long, healthy life, do what you can to ensure stability of blood sugar and insulin levels.

Chromium supplementation seems to offer potential for those wanting to put a natural brake on their appetite.

Chromium Supplementation Reduces Hunger and Food Cravings

Oct 21, 2008, 9:00 am

Chromium supplementation seems to offer potential for those wanting to put a natural brake on their appetite.

There is at least some evidence that suggests that taking steps to ensure decent sunlight (or equivalent) exposure during the winter might have real benefits.

The Value of Sunlight in Winter

Oct 11, 2008, 8:00 pm

There is at least some evidence that suggests that taking steps to ensure decent sunlight (or equivalent) exposure during the winter might have real benefits.

This is an example of “publication bias”: Drug companies publish the data that puts their product in a favorable light, but may neglect to do so for less-favorable data.

‘Publication Bias’ Endemic in Medical Research

Oct 6, 2008, 9:00 pm

This is an example of “publication bias”: Drug companies publish the data that puts their product in a favorable light, but may neglect to do so for less-favorable data.