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Why My Patients Aren't Having Heart Attacks
By A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACP
January 27, 2019
why patients in my primary care practice haven't had heart attacks
It has become clear to me, after more than 35 years of medical practice, that the traditional approach to cardiovascular disease is missing the boat. Just look at these dismal statistics: Heart disease has been the No. 1 cause of death in this country since 1900. Somebody has a heart attack… See more
Your Complete Guide to Popular diets
January 18, 2019

Alkaline

Mediterranean

Atkins

The Ornish Diet

DASH…

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4 Things You Should Do to Boost Your Fat IQ
September 17, 2018
If you've struggled with your weight, you know that fat can be a bad three-letter word. You've warded against it, tried to reduce it and agonized over what fat can do to your self-esteem and your waist line. But how much do you really know about fat? And how much could you improve your life if… See more
TODAY Show Discusses MDVIP Fat IQ Survey
July 19, 2018
The TODAY Show recently featured the MDVIP/IPSOS Fat IQ survey in a clip on choosing the right diet. Hosts Savannah Guthrie and Willie Geist discussed the results… See more
6 Things Besides Food That Can Cause High Cholesterol
July 17, 2018
Waist circumference can influence your cholesterol levels
As a family physician in Alexandria, Virginia, I’m routinely asked by patients, “What should I eat to lower my cholesterol?” It’s an important question. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance in all your cells. When you have too much of it, it can stick to the lining of your blood vessels,… See more
MDVIP Survey Reveals Key Insight About Weight Loss
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
July 2, 2018
Primary care doctor giving weight loss advice
Just about all of us have embarked on a weight loss journey at some point in our lives. In fact, more than 80 percent of Americans currently report being over their ideal weight in a new MDVIP survey. The good news is… See more
You Need More of These 3 Nutrients in Your Diet
June 22, 2018
You probably need more fruits and vegetables in your diet for fiber.
The supplement aisle in grocery stores is tempting, isn’t it? The labels on the backs of the bottles would have you believe that for just a few dollars, you could take a pill that improves a huge range of symptoms – or just your overall health.  I have a feeling you know the bad “news” I’m… See more
How One Patient Partnered with her MDVIP-Affiliated Doctor to Lose Weight
June 19, 2018
Sherry, a member of an MDVIP-affiliated practice in Phoenix, talks about how she was able to work with her physician to lose weight. "He (Dr. Kevin Turner) came up with the plan to help me lose weight," Sherri says. "In the first year I lost… See more
Are Whole Grain Products Healthy?
By Louis B Malinow, M.D.
MDVIP
June 15, 2018
Are Whole Grain Products Healthy?
You’re standing in the bread aisle of your supermarket trying to select a healthy bread to buy. Whole grain, whole wheat, multi-grain -- it’s confusing.  But the reality is, none of them are healthy. Based on the Plant Paradox by Steven Gundry, eating whole grains is like taking… See more
Over-the-Counter Supplement May Help Tackle Aging in Blood Vessels
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
May 18, 2018
Supplement May Help Aging Blood Vessels
When it comes to aging, there are no magic pills. But a new study is shining light on a supplement that may help reverse aging in your blood vessels.  MitoQ -- an anti-aging supplement and pharmaceutical grade antioxidant -- may reverse vascular aging in older adults by as much as 15 to 20… See more

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