There is no question that the epidemic of chronic health issues we are currently facing correlates with the increase in sugar consumption (and seed oils). In other words, in order to regain our health, we need to address this issue. What I mean by sugar is refined sugar, like corn sugar, high fructose corn syrup, and white sugar. These sugars are the worst because they wreak havoc on your body in several ways. First, sugar affects your immune system. When you consume sugar, your white blood cell activity is reduced for the next 2 weeks, making you more prone to infections and illnesses. Have you ever wondered why the flu season is at its worse after the holidays? Second, sugar depletes your body of vitamin D, which, again, increases your risk of infections and other health issues, as vitamin D performs more than 100 functions in the body. In addition, sugar also depletes magnesium and calcium. Third, sugar consumption increases your appetite by about 400-500 more calories a day! So, sugar by itself leads to weight gain and, indirectly, increases your appetite. Therefore, make every effort possible to cut out sugar completely. On the other side, natural options are dates, coconut sugar, maple syrup, allulose, and stevia. These are good in moderation!

I believe that sleep is one of the most powerful pillars of functional health. But what happens when your own bedroom — the place meant for rest — becomes a source of stimulation? Phones, tablets, Wi-Fi routers, TVs, and baby monitors are now part of almost everyone’s night routine. Science is starting to show that this constant exposure may be quietly affecting something essential: your sleep quality. What Recent Studies Show: Screen use before bed — JAMA Network Open, 2025 A study with 122,000 adults found that people who used screens before sleeping got 7.6 minutes less sleep each night and were 33% more likely to report poor sleep quality. Even short exposure delayed sleep onset, especially in those who already go to bed late. Wi-Fi exposure in the bedroom — Frontiers in Public Health, 2024 In a double-blind trial, volunteers were exposed to Wi-Fi radiation during sleep. The result: changes in brainwave patterns (EEG) and more sleep disturbances. Although this was a small study, it suggests that even normal home-level Wi-Fi signals may influence sleep structure. Teen screen time in bed — JAMA Network Open, 2024 For every 10 extra minutes of screen use in bed, total sleep time dropped by 3 minutes. Interactive content like games or videos had an even stronger effect, keeping the brain alert long after the lights were off. Sleep is not just rest — it’s the body’s healing and regulation time. During deep sleep: • The body repairs tissues and balances hormones, • The brain clears toxins and stores memories, • The immune system recharges. Nighttime exposure to blue light and radio frequency (RF) waves interfere with these processes by: • Suppressing melatonin, • Raising nighttime cortisol, • Activating the sympathetic nervous system, which keeps you alert instead of calm. Simple Strategies for Better Sleep - Turn off Wi-Fi and electronics at least 1 hour before bed. - Keep your phone out of the bedroom (or use airplane mode). - Avoid TV or scrolling in bed — use your bed only for rest and connection. - Try reading a paper book or a short offline meditation. - Keep your bedroom dark, cool, and quiet.

A new analysis from NHANES confirms that usual intakes of animal proteins were not associated with increased risk of all-cause, cardiovascular, or cancer mortality—and in fact, red meat was linked to lower cancer mortality! Yes, more evidence supports the fact that beef is actually anti-cancer 😎 The authors also found no link between IGF-1 levels and disease risk, contradicting earlier theories that red meat increases cancer via IGF-1. This reinforces what I've always argued: red meat is not only safe, but also beneficial when consumed as part of a nutrient-dense, whole-foods diet. When you start our program, you need extra protein to facilitate and support detox and healing. On a daily basis, you need to consume the equivalent of your weight in grams. If you weigh 150lbs, you need to consume 150g of protein every day.