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Scott had abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea and was diagnosed in turn with ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, kidney disease, and cancer. Diana had iron-deficiency anemia along with extreme fatigue and diffuse pain, symptoms she was told were all in her head. Laura had chronic itchy rashes that were identified as dermatitis. And 12-year-old Sarah was […]

I recently received a letter from Clara giving an account of how Vytorin, a combination drug that contains a statin, destroyed her husband. Joe was in excellent health at the age of 77. He gardened every day, chopped and split wood for his fireplace, and was taking no prescription medications other than a low-dose thyroid […]

I recently attended the National Vaccine Information Center’s (NVIC) fourth international conference in Reston, Virginia, where experts from around the world gathered to discuss the medical and legal ramifications of our country’s vaccine policies. Researchers presented scientific studies on the links between childhood immunizations, inflammation, and autism. Physicians talked about the appalling lack of safety […]

You’re probably familiar with vitamin C’s antioxidant properties since it is one of the body’s most important free-radical fighters. But this vitamin is far more than just an antioxidant. It’s also involved in a number of enzymatic and metabolic reactions, including the synthesis of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, the formation of bile, and the production of […]

Don’t Be Scared Into Angioplasty In late March, Dorothy, a vibrant, successful woman in her early 70s, developed severe chest pain and shortness of breath. She was taken to a prominent hospital in Los Angeles where she was diagnosed with a mild heart attack, stabilized with drugs, and admitted to the ICU. Shortly thereafter, a […]

If I had to choose just one supplement to use on a regular basis, it would likely be magnesium. This mineral is one of the most potent, versatile, and safe therapies available. Yet it is woefully underused in American medicine. The following stories and studies illustrate the healing power of miraculous magnesium. Smoothes Out Arrhythmias […]

Are You Getting Enough Vitamin K? For years, vitamin K has been the neglected stepchild in the world of nutrition, while vitamins C, D, E, beta-carotene, and others grabbed all the attention. Groundbreaking research, however, is propelling vitamin K into the limelight. This is long overdue because vitamin K has a plethora of health benefits. […]

In March of this year, 59-year-old Ellie, suffering with hepatitis C, arrived at the Whitaker Wellness Institute quite ill and very concerned. Her viral load was high (6,830,000), her liver enzymes were elevated, and her doctor had informed her that even if treatment could hold the virus at bay, she would eventually require a liver […]

Just a few short years ago, the term bioidentical hormones didn’t register with many people. But enter that phrase into any Internet search engine today, and you’ll come up with hundreds of thousands of hits. I’ve been prescribing and promoting bioidentical hormones for more than 20 years and can take some credit for their exposure. However, what’s […]

After a long, colorful, prosperous, and productive life, Jack Dreyfus, the “Lion of Wall Street,” passed away on March 27, 2009, at the age of 95. My wife, Connie, and I flew to New York City to attend his funeral, and I spoke a few words in his honor. Jack Dreyfus has had a profound […]