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Should We Be Concerned About the New Bird Flu?
With only a few hundred people infected so far, the death rate from the new bird flu strain is high—at 20%. I’ve been accused of overplaying ... more »
Help Us Stop The Use of Potentially Dangerous Airport Scanners
Air travel used to be so easy. I’m sure many of you remember when you could bring water onto a plane. Or how about when you could walk through ... more »
Finally, A Positive Story About Healing Cancer Naturally on TV
I’m not a big fan of TV. A few years ago, we did get cable TV (after not having it for at least 5-6 years), since I do like watching sports ... more »
My Medical and Communications Emergency Cache (Plus, I’m Not Living in Fear, Quite the Opposite!)
The last week and a half of writing on Renegade Health has been a lot of fun for me… It’s given me an opportunity to talk about some ... more »
Emergency Preparedness for Escape and Protection
Today’s preparedness topic is personal safety. In the case of a disaster, there’s nothing more important to take care of yourself and ... more »
Should You Try a Juice Fast?
The celebrities are doing it—should you jump on the juice-fasting bandwagon? How do you swim against the current of a $5 billion dollar industry? ... more »
How to Ensure Clean Water and Food for Emergency Preparedness
Jonny 5 inspecting our gear. Last Saturday, after writing my first article on disaster preparedness, I was walking to get a tea with Hudson. Just 3 ... more »
Nearly Half of Americans Are Now Nearsighted—It’s Time to Get Our Kids Back Outside
Over the past four decades, the rates of nearsightedness have nearly doubled. Do you find that you are having trouble seeing clearly from a distance? ... more »
Dementia is on the Rise—Protect Your Brain Power with 7 Foods and 7 Mind Games
Dementia and Alzheimer’s are on the rise—here’s how to protect your brain power. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s ... more »
All About Honey: Raw, Wild, Manuka…What Kind is Best for Health?
Honey is supposed to be good for you, but then again, it adds sugar to your diet. Which is the best kind to use for good health? I grew up on a ... more »
Pain Relievers May Be Damaging Your Hearing—7 Natural Alternatives
Pain relievers may help you get a good night’s sleep, but they could also lead to hearing loss. Most people don’t like to rely on over-the-counter ... more »
Get Rid of Mold—Without Increasing Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Mold is definitely unattractive, but it can also be dangerous for your health. Mold is bad news. Study after study points to the health damage it can ... more »
Would You Move Here to Avoid EMFs?
Over the years, I’ve gathered a few tools to measure electromagnetic and nuclear radiation. (Yes, nuclear was not a typo.) I don’t ... more »
Prostate Health: Should You, or Shouldn’t You, Get a PSA Test?
Today’s cancer screening recommendations can be confusing. What’s the best way to protect your health? Prostate cancer is the most common ... more »
Outbreak of the “Gastric Flu”—Should You Be Worried?
Could this particularly nasty form of the stomach flu become a pandemic? The cruise ship virus jumped ship. After I moved to Florida, several of my ... more »
An Urban Farm Design Contest! Enter Now…
Annmarie and I were blown away at the suggestions in the comments from our post about our new garden and yard space here. There were so many great ... more »
Our Little Urban Farm
Well, I wouldn’t say it’s quite an urban farm yet, but it definitely has some opportunity. We spent the last week moving into our new ... more »
Feeling Anxious? It Could Be Your Plastic
If you or your kids are feeling anxious, the chemicals in your plastics may have something to do with it. Plato is quoted as having said, “Nothing ... more »
14 Plants that Clean Your Indoor Air of Toxic Chemicals
The simple Chrysanthemum can help you breathe cleaner indoor air. In a 1987 study, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ranked indoor air ... more »
Sleep It Off: How The Body Instinctively Heals
Consistently getting too little sleep can leave you at an increased risk for modern-day diseases. When you have a cold or flu—or even a ... more »
7 Secrets for Super-Human Oral Health
Brushing and flossing help, but with these tricks, you can do even more to improve your smile. You know you’re supposed to regularly brush, floss, ... more »
Too Many Trips to McDonald’s May Cause Asthma in Kids
A new study indicates that children who eat fast frequent fast food meals may be more at risk for asthmatic symptoms. On February 6, 2013, we ... more »
Alcohol: Might a Healthy Buzz Be Good For You?
Could that mug of beer be good for you? How about two of them, or three? After decades of vegetarianism and strict abstinence, I started to pay ... more »
Toxic Sugar: Sweet, Dangerous, and Deadly
Seriously, is sugar that bad? Do you really need to cut back? What is the single most important thing you can do to safeguard your health and prevent ... more »
Tips for Eating Healthy on Any Budget
After posting Frederic Patenaude’s article about how to eat healthy for $3.33 a day, I was a little surprised at some of the responses. Many of ... more »
My Experiment Living on $3.33 a Day on a Plant-Based Diet
One of the biggest complaints I hear about eating a healthy diet (high raw or something else) is the cost of food. Especially nowadays, now that food ... more »
Man Versus Mercury: Toxic Metal Sensitivity and Your Health
Do you know how much mercury you’ve accumulated over the years? What’s an acceptable level of mercury in your body? I tell my patients ... more »
Could Your Cholesterol Be Too Low? Risks Include Cancer and Depression
Most people are trying to keep their cholesterol numbers down, but when is low too low? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states ... more »
Bitter Pill: Our Strange, First Foray through the Medical Billing Gauntlet
LOL, when I first downloaded this image I didn’t realize that it was either Chinese or Japanese — which means this bill ... more »
Help Your Cat Live Longer—Some Well Known and Unusual Tips
“Dogs come when they’re called. Cats take a message and get back to you.” —Mark Bly The ASPCA states that the average lifespan of the indoor ... more »
4 Steps to Keep Hair Luxurious and Strong, Naturally
If your hair is thinning or falling out, here are some natural ways to reinforce strength and vitality. “Doctor, my hair is thin and falling out. ... more »
What’s the Best Diet for My Dog? Should I Try a Raw Food Diet?
A raw food diet may be great for your four-legged friend—but there are some risks. No grains, no by-products, no preservatives. No people food, ... more »
Chronic Fatigue: We’re Still Not Sure What Causes It
Could you be constantly tired because of a virus? I had only been in clinical practice for about a year when Incline Village, Nevada became ground ... more »
Yeast Infections? Here Are Some Natural Treatments
If you suffer from embarrassing yeast infections, don’t worry— they’re common and usually easily treatable. According to the National ... more »
Holistic Treatments for Ovarian Cysts
If you’re suffering from painful ovarian cysts, talk to your doctor— and consider natural hormone balancing therapies. If you listen to women ... more »
Coffee: A 5,000 Year Old Superfood Goes 21st Century
Is coffee really good for your health? Is coffee good for your health? The answer is maybe. The 21st century buzz is that coffee stimulates and heals. ... more »
Can Fasting Get Rid of a Cold?
A contributing factor to me getting sick? (There’s only one person in our family that will put anything in his mouth…) A few weeks ago, I ... more »
How Junk Food is Hurting Our Kids—And 18 Ways to Wean Yours Off It
You say your child demands junk food? Here’s why you should change that—and how. It’s fast, tasty, and convenient, and sometimes parents ... more »
15 Natural Remedies for IBS—What About Raw Food?
Doctors may prescribe medications for IBS, but natural remedies may work even better. Estimates are that worldwide, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) ... more »
Rethinking Cancer Treatment—What’s Best?
If we are to improve cancer treatments, we must think about the disease in a new way. Like aging, cancer is more a process than a disease. In fact, ... more »
Two Recipes for Natural Homemade Dog Treats
Try these natural recipes and see if your dog likes the homemade touch. Looking for some recipes for homemade dog treats? A little scouting around ... more »
Is Multitasking Bad for You? (And More Treadmill Desk Questions…)
Jonny 5 doing quite the opposite of multitasking… As promised, I want to answer some of your questions about the treadmill desk article that I ... more »
A Treadmill Desk: The Ultimate Tool for the Daily Desk Dweller
Over the years, I’ve been getting increasingly concerned with the amount of time I spend sitting. I’m an active guy, but over the last ... more »
20 Natural and Weird Ways to Ditch the Cigarettes Forever—Coconut Water, Anyone?
Drugs and nicotine patches aren’t the only way to go—you may do better with hypnosis or acupuncture. Quitting smoking is hard. Everyone ... more »
Natural Cold Remedies
Garlic can help you fight off that cold, but only if you use the real stuff. You eat your vegetables. Take your vitamins. You even avoid sugar. ... more »
Gingivitis Linked with 4 Other Health Problems
That pain in your mouth may also be hurting your heart. In 2009, researchers released the results of a study that took many people by ... more »
Which Type of Vitamin D Supplement is Best?
It’s about time I get back to some of the questions you’ve sent in over the last few months… I was on quite a run for a while ... more »
Going Viral: Tracking Influenza 2013, and Test-Your-Immunity Quiz
Are you at risk for the flu? Here’s how to track it in your state, with tips for staying well. The 2012 fall flu season was very mild. Was it ... more »
The Best of the Rest : Best of 2012
I had a few more categories for this year’s Best of 2012, but instead of spending the next month burning through them, I’ve decided to ... more »
Cat Coat Care: How to Keep it Shiny
He does a pretty good job of grooming himself, but if your cat is suffering from a dull coat, here’s how you can help. If you have cats, you ... more »
Edema—What Causes it and How to Get Rid of It
Swelling in the legs is often caused by edema, which can be treated with at-home remedies. About 4.4 million people in the U.S. suffer from edema. ... more »
14 Raw Food Pitfalls and How to Tell the Real Experts from the Rest
Today, we’re exposed to more and more information about the raw food diet. Some of it is helpful, but some of it is misleading or even harmful. ... more »
Test Your Hormones: Which One is Best?
When checking your hormone levels, is a blood test always best? There are three bodily fluids used for measuring hormone levels: blood, urine, and ... more »
The Most Awesome Health (And Non-Health) Products of 2012 : Best of Health 2012
There are a lot of health products on the market… So many of them that it can be overwhelming. In 2012, I’ve actually been quite ... more »
How to Keep Your Pet’s Teeth Healthy—and It’s Not Just About Brushing
Does your dog or cat need regular dental care? Most vets say “yes.” It wasn’t that long ago that the idea of brushing our ... more »
Our Renegade Health Heroes of 2012 : Best of Health 2013
We love people who take action… People who stand up for something — people who think more about the greater good than themselves. There ... more »
Natural Solutions for Anemia
If you’re suffering from iron-deficiency anemia, a few figs a day may help you feel better. Treatments for anemia typically vary depending on ... more »
Best Renegade Health Reads of 2012 : Best of Health 2012
I love to read. Sometimes it’s my downfall. I’ll have dozens of things to do, but then I’ll get caught up in a great book and ... more »
New Year’s Resolution: Make Time for the Sacred
In America, we have no Machu Picchu. Where do you go to return to the sacred? I’m in Austin for New Year’s. I’ve had meetings with colleagues, ... more »
7 Tips to Keep Your Dog’s Coat Glossy and Shiny
A glossy coat is a sign of a healthy dog. How can you encourage one on your best friend? If someone asked you what makes a dog look healthy, a ... more »
Natural Deodorizers for Bad Breath
Bad breath is a major turn-off for anyone. But what if brushing doesn’t help? What’s the biggest turn-off on a first date? According to a ... more »
How to Find the Right Holistic Doctor
Finding a holistic doctor isn’t easy with the state of American healthcare today, but with a little effort, you can track the good ones ... more »
12 Natural Ways to Prevent Cavities, Plus Some Ideas on Natural Cures
If you eat raw foods or have a vitamin deficiency, you could be more at risk for cavities. We all know that dental hygiene is important, mainly to ... more »
Some Special Holiday Wishes for You
Annmarie, Hudson, Jonny 5 and I wanted to send you some special holiday wishes this year, but in a little different format than just a quick, generic ... more »
Doggie Detox—Does Your 4-Legged Pal Need One?
Is your pet suffering from itching, lethargy, or stomach problems? He or she may need a detox. If you’re having strong cravings, suffering from ... more »
Iodine—Are You Getting Enough? Many Americans Aren’t
If you’re not getting enough iodine, you may have symptoms similar to those that come with thyroid disorders. Have you ever wondered what ... more »
Create Your Own Natural First-Aid/Travel Kit
Make your own first aid kit with natural, herbal and plant-based remedies. It’s probably been awhile since you’ve thought about a ... more »
My Ace-in-the-Hand Herb for Stress Relief…
If you’ve been around Renegade Health for a while, you know I don’t go crazy about every new breakthrough or hype up all the junk that ... more »
Natural Remedies for Restless Legs
If restless legs are keeping you up at night, try these natural remedies. The National Institutes of Health estimates that restless legs syndrome ... more »
Occasional Starvation: Why Fasting Is Good for You
When ancient man had to go without food, he didn’t panic—back then, it was life as usual. Chronic starvation, or long-term suboptimal ... more »
Learn A Few Secrets to Serious Productivity and Keeping Your Brain Sharp
A lot of people ask me about how I have produced blog post after blog post — and before that, video after video — for such a sustained ... more »
Another Medical Company Hides the Truth—the NuvaRing Lawsuits
Merck tried to keep the documents about the NuvaRing secret, but two judges recently ordered them released. In our second annual Healing Cancer World ... more »
How Can I Help You Best?
Since the 2012 Cancer Summit, I’ve been doing a lot of soul searching… I’ve been writing or video blogging for the last 5 years ... more »
5 Tips to Help You Stick to a Clean Diet During the Holidays—Recipe Included!
If your family isn’t into clean eating, how can you stay on the wagon while visiting? “Oh, c’mon, it’s the holidays! One cookie ain’t ... more »
Anxious Dog or Cat? 10 Steps to Help Calm Them Down
If your dog or cat is anxious, there are other options besides drugs. Most of the time, our pets teach us how to face the world with a positive, happy ... more »
Why You Need Probiotics When Taking Antibiotics
Taking antibiotics can destroy your natural gut flora unless you take preventative measures. My mother was healthy, even as she got older, until a ... more »
Ouch! Tame Tooth Sensitivity Naturally
Sensitive teeth can keep you from enjoying your foods. Try natural solutions that soothe pain and improve gum health. Do you experience tooth ... more »
The Flu Shot—an “Over-hyped” Vaccination?
Is that flu shot going to help you or hurt you in the long run? Vaccines work because they follow a simple principle of the body’s intelligence. The ... more »
7 Ways to Soothe Arthritis Pain—Naturally
If you don’t like the side effects from drugs, there are several natural alternatives for joint pain. The Centers for Disease Control and ... more »
Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecan Topping
Here’s a recipe I hope all will enjoy! It certainly seems fitting for this time of year. This sweet potato casserole is sure to please! ... more »
Eye Diseases on the Rise—7 Nutrients (and Supplements) for Eye Health
Most Americans ignore their eye health. Here are the nutrients you need to see well into the future. According to the Macular Degeneration ... more »
December 12, 2021: Transitions as Opportunities in Our Lives
What do transitions mean to you? Monday was Nov 12, 2012. Call it the first day of a 40-day countdown to Dec 12, 2021. It’s the winter solstice, and ... more »
10 Tips for Preventing Fleas & Ticks Naturally
Pesticides in over-the-counter flea and tick treatments may be dangerous to your pets and your children. According to the Humane Society of the United ... more »
Stumbling On a Cancer Treatment, Plus Who Said Healing Would Be Easy : Healing Cancer World Summit 2012 Night 5 Recap
If you didn’t listen to last night’s calls, you missed a really nice final chapter to the Healing Cancer World Summit 2012. During the evening, ... more »
Cleaning House Without the Chemicals
Cleaning can expose you to a number of toxic chemicals. Here’s how to clean up your act. I remember one time my mom came to visit while I was in ... more »
The Dirty Business of Drug Companies, Plus Natural Healing Success : Healing Cancer World Summit 2012 Night 4 Recap
If you didn’t listen to last night’s calls, you missed some pretty hard hitting stuff from Mike Adams. You also missed a great story of ... more »
8 Ways to Whiten Your Teeth, Naturally
You don’t have to risk nerve damage with DIY tooth whitening kits—there are natural options. Did you know that people with whiter teeth are ... more »
Will Supplements Interfere with Chemotherapy? Healing Cancer World Summit 2012 Night 3 Recap
Last night’s calls were pretty special… Dr. Keith Scott-Mumby shared some awesome research about what works and what doesn’t when ... more »
Finding Out What Natural Cancer Prevention and Treatments Work : Healing Cancer World Summit 2012 Night Two Recap
Alright! The second night of the Healing Cancer World Summit 2012 is down with 3 more to go. Last night’s program was information-packed! I ... more »
Book Review: The Empowered Patient
Elizabeth Cohen has written a book you really should read if you want to be sure you’re getting the right healthcare treatments. There are lots ... more »
Misdiagnosis, The Future of Cancer Treatment and 100′s of These A Day: Healing Cancer World Summit 2012 Night One Recap
Here we are! First night of the Healing Cancer World Summit 2012 is in the books and it was an awesome one… I just re-listened to Kris Carr and ... more »
8 Foods and Herbs that Boost Your Immune System
Sweet potatoes are full of beta-carotene, which help increase the production of fighting T-cells. The immune system, which is a network of cells, ... more »
On November 6th, You Might Lose the Right to Know Where Your Food Comes From…
At the end of the day on November 6th, we might lose the right to know where your food comes from — at least in the U.S. It’s a scary ... more »
7 Foods and Herbs that Help Lower Blood Pressure
Blueberries were found in studies to protect against hypertension. It affects an amazing one-third of American adults, and is a major risk factor for ... more »
Want Cooking Classes with Kris Carr? Plus 150 Great Plant Based Recipes…
Annmarie and I love Kris Carr… Not like a little love, but a lot of love. We were introduced to her by my great friend Nick Ortner from Tapping ... more »
Cuban Health Care: A Good Example of Integrating Alternative Therapies
This little critter is only found in Cuba, where its venom is used as a natural, homeopathic remedy. At the time of the Cuban revolution, the largely ... more »
Your Action Has Never Been More Important…
On November 6th, 2012, our right to know what exactly is in our food could completely disappear. This isn’t hyperbole. Here in California ... more »
IMPORTANT RESCHEDULE NOTIFICATION – Cancer Summit Rescheduled, Start Date Now November 7th
I’ve been watching the weather in the Northeast United States for the last 24 hours and have made an important decision. I have decided to ... more »
Drink Your Way to Good Health
The secret to living longer may be in what you drink every day. People in traditional cultures all over the world drink their way to healthy, long ... more »
Win a Scholarship to Receive the Digital Archives of The “Healing Cancer World Summit 2012″ Free!
The “Healing Cancer World Summit 2012″ is less than a week away and I wanted to extend a special offer to all of you and award 5 ... more »
Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol
Garlic can help lower cholesterol and widen blood vessels, to reduce your risk of heart attack. There are many types of heart disease, but the most ... more »
Help for Diabetes, From Nature
American ginseng may help keep your blood sugar levels under control. If you have diabetes, most likely, you’re taking medications. Look up the ... more »
A Cool, Free Fitness Resource
A few hours ago, I checked my email and was excited to see an email from Peter Ragnar. If you don’t know who he is, you can get an intro here ... more »
Boost Your Immune System and Avoid the Flu This Season
Want to avoid feeling like this? Boost your immune system! Across the northern hemisphere the temperature is cooling, and viral activity is ... more »
Want to Win a Vitamix Blender or a Greenstar Juicer?
Just wanted to send you a quick note about something we’re doing to make the Healing Cancer World Summit even better than last ... more »
Can Curcumin Cure and Prevent Cancer?
This curry spice has all kinds of potential when it comes to preventing and treating cancer. You’ve probably heard the buzz around curcumin. The ... more »
Pass Along One of These Today to Ensure Your Right to Good, Clean Food
I can’t tell you how important it is to me to know where my food is coming from… On November 6th, in California, there is a very ... more »
Why You Should Be Taking CoQ10 Supplements
You may have heard that CoQ10 is good for your heart, but the benefits go beyond that. Are you taking CoQ10 supplements? If you’re interested in ... more »
What Natural Supplements for You? Here’s How to Decide
Is that supplement really helping you? Here’s how to tell. Prescribing supplements can be difficult. Even for a doctor trained and experienced ... more »
Your Healing Cancer Summit Questions Answered!
After announcing the 2nd Annual Healing Cancer World Summit, we got a lot of questions… In this post, I’m going to answer as many of them ... more »
Could Cell Phone Radiation Cause Cancer?
Could using your cell phone often increase your risk of brain cancer? It may be the question of our age—can cell phone radiation cause cancer? So ... more »
Why I’m Scared of Cancer… (A Special Announcement)
You may or may not know some of my family health background… I don’t share it too often, because it’s something that doesn’t ... more »
Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
Tired of sneezing and wheezing but want to avoid medications? Try these natural remedies for relief. Fall allergies in 2012? They’re expected to ... more »
Two Situations
Situation One: It’s raining outside. You have to run to your car, but on the way, your foot gets stuck on the crack in the sidewalk and you ... more »
Active Ingredient in Barberry Helps Reduce Risk of Heart Disease
This little berry could help a lot of people to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Remember goldenseal? We took a lot back in the ’60s ... more »
One-to-Two Glasses of Red Wine a Day May Keep the Doctor Away
The benefits of red wine go way beyond heart disease. Benjamin Franklin is quoted as having said, “In wine there is wisdom, in beer there is ... more »
5 Steps to Never Being B12 Deficient, Ever.
I‘ve heard plenty of theories about where you can get your B12… You can get it from meat. You can get it from eating ripe figs. You can ... more »
Fat-Free? We’ve Learned—The Body Needs Healthy Fats : Guest Author Michelle Pfennighaus
During the fat-free craze of the 90s, I was all about eating fat-free bagels. Remember the 90’s? I was in high school, wearing a uniform and trying ... more »
Toss The Crutch
While the design of the crutch has changed over the years to make it more comfortable to use, its purpose has not — to help those suffering ... more »
CDC Report Shows More Women are Breastfeeding
Could bottle feeding soon be a thing of the past? In a push to make New Yorkers healthier, city hospitals started restricting and monitoring the ... more »
Reinvention
Having a baby makes you pretty resourceful. At first — when our son, Hudson, would cry — we knew of very few ways to calm him down. The ... more »
Where to Find the Best Info on Wellness
Even doctors can get confused with all the health information out there. Where does that leave you? In paper, on television, or on the web, you can ... more »
A New Renegade Health
I can’t tell you how excited I am to post this… We finally have a fantastic new Renegade Health site. We’ve been working on this ... more »
5 of the Most Dangerous Pharmaceutical Drugs
They may help, but then again, they may put you in the hospital. Because of a flaw in how the FDA approves drugs, many are pushed through regulatory ... more »
They’d Be Mad if I Told You This
If you read the Blue Zones, a book documenting the world’s longest lived people, you’ll notice something quite interesting. There was not ... more »
4 Reasons the Bees are Disappearing
They’re necessary to our food supply, and they’re dying. Why? It started in about 2006, when beekeepers would go out to their hives and ... more »
The Weekend is Here
Congratulations! Whatever you do is your choice. Go for a walk or run. Do some yoga. Hang out with friends. Share a meal. On the weekends, ... more »
Finding Treatments for Cancer, and the Long Road from Plants to Drugs : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
An extract from the leaves and branches of this tree holds promise in the treatment of liver cancer. Liver cancer is a very severe condition and not ... more »
An Unhealthy Raw Food Meal
Five or six years ago, Annmarie and I were in Brooklyn helping some friends film a documentary. We spent the day walking around Prospect Park asking ... more »
Stinging Nettles May Help Treat Arthritis and Enlarged Prostate : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
They’ll sting you if you touch them without gloves, but they’re full of health benefits. Touch one and you’re likely to regret it ... more »
What Do You Want to Know About Us?
As you know, we’re just a week or so away from a brand new look at Renegade Health… It’s been a long time in the making and there ... more »
5 Ways to Teach Kids to Eat Healthy—and Like It! : Guest Author Cherie Soria
Think healthy, raw food isn’t attractive to kids? Think again! Teaching our children to become conscious eaters can be a challenge, but the ... more »
Will Your Low-Cal Sweetener Cause Cancer? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
If you’re looking for something sweet, are you risking your health by choosing low-cal? Somewhere along the way, Americans got the idea that ... more »
A Resource for Your Sunday
There are different diets for different people. There are, of course, different ideas as to how they should be followed as well. What seems to be a ... more »
It’s Easy Being Green
Unlike Kermit the Frog — who is a frog (and green) — the human has a much easier time being green. When I say “green,” I ... more »
Treatments Not Working? Look for Different Answers : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Sometimes, it’s clear as mud how best to treat a health condition. In those times, it’s best to take a step back and re-evaluate. There is ... more »
Around The Dinner Table
Fat, old Uncle John’s belly pushes up against the table. At this holiday meal, he’s rifting on why he doesn’t need to eat healthy ... more »
News Flash
The New York Times reported last week that scientists have discovered that over four million gene switches in your DNA, once were considered junk, ... more »
Is Your Coconut Oil Extracted with Toxic Chemicals? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Is virgin or “pure” coconut oil better than regular? Coconut oil has experienced a resurgence lately, as scientific research has revealed ... more »
I Can’t Keep These Secrets Away From You…
If you want to get (and stay) healthy and trim, there are a lot of secrets that you need to know. Lucky for you, I’m not great at keeping ... more »
Arsenic — Is This Colorless, Tasteless Toxin in Your Water? : Guest Author Jim McMahon
Could that water your drinking be poisoning you? Recently, I’ve received a large number of calls from people with symptoms of arsenic poisoning. One ... more »
Walk a “Kevin Block” with Me
When I was young, my mother was often away. She was a single mom, a flight attendant and needed to work to support my brother and I. My father had ... more »
Are Your Supplements Contaminated? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Are you sure your supplements aren’t contaminated with lead? In 2009, ConsumerLab.com conducted an independent study on natural supplements. ... more »
Today Wasn’t Perfect
After you pulled out the blender, you realized you didn’t have enough bananas to make your smoothie and the strawberries that had been in the ... more »
I Used to Hunt for Cures in the Amazon — Now You Can Do it Online! : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Used to be you had to get out in the field to find natural remedies, but now a new Internet site offers a faster and easier way. The rain was pouring ... more »
The Physics of Overload : Kev’s Healthy Bites
If you overload a circuit, it blows. If you overload a boat, it will sink. If you overload a truck, it won’t roll. If you overload a plane, it ... more »
The Myth of the Super-Human : Kev’s Healthy Bites
We tend to think that super-dosing on a certain nutrient will give us super-human powers. And while you may be able to slightly increase the ... more »
12 Foods That Help Trim Belly Fat : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Struggling with belly fat? Avocados may help. Most of us know—belly fat is not only unsightly and irritating, it’s bad for your health. A ... more »
Monsanto Supported GMO Labeling in the UK, But Not in the US
On Friday, I wrote about how food companies were like lying, cheating narcissists. Today, I have more details to prove this analogy may be even more ... more »
Herbs to Help Fight Nightmares
If you have nightmares about feeling trapped, you may feel confined in your job or relationship in your waking life. According to Michael Vigo, of ... more »
You and Your Food Company: A Perfect Soulmate? Or A Lying, Cheating Narcissist?
Is it possible to love someone that has treated you so bad? I received an email in my personal inbox from a long time reader and Inner Circle member ... more »
Doctor Visit? There’s An App for That! : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Need to see your doctor? There’s an app for that! Technology is encouraging a new patient-centered approach to health. The proactive e-patient ... more »
Are There Secrets to Healing in the Amazon? : Renegade Health Exclusive
The Amazon: A possible bridge to real, lasting healing? As you probably know, researchers still believe that the Amazon jungle could potentially be an ... more »
Does Exercise at Night Interfere with Sleep? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Think an evening walk will destroy your good night’s sleep? New studies say maybe not. Studies have shown time and again that regular, daily ... more »
How Toxic Are Fire-Fighting Chemicals and Dispersants? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
To save homes, fire fighters often use fire retardants and foams, but these contain chemicals that can have toxic effects on the ... more »
GMO Corn—A Long Way from the New World Original : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
In Peru, they grow purple corn, which is naturally full of anti-inflammatory and cancer-fighting properties. Corn is the New World grain. At the time ... more »
Natural Solutions for Migraine Headaches, Studies Prove They Work! : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Concerned about drug side effects in treating migraines? Studies show natural options may work just as well. According to the Migraine Research ... more »
If GMOs Are So Good, Why Not be Proud?
We’re proud of Gabby, but why not GMO? I’ve been thinking and writing about California Proposition 37 a lot in the last few ... more »
Why Do Different Cancer Therapies Work? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
There might be more than one legitimate way to get this sucker. I’ve heard a ton of stories about people healing cancer ... more »
Pu-erh Tea: the Next Superfood for Battling Heart Disease? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
This fermented tea may have more in common with wine than other teas. Don’t worry—that’s not a typo in the title. Also called ... more »
A Typical Breakfast Buffet Shows Us Where We’ve Failed : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
A standard hotel breakfast buffet, though it looks nice, displays many of the non-food items that are making Americans sick. Over the weekend, I was ... more »
6 Ways to Get Your Husband to Like Eating Healthy Food without the Fights : Guest Author Michelle Pfennighaus
If this is what happens when you and your spouse talk about changing your diet, it’s time to change your tactics. When my husband and I started ... more »
Marine Phytoplankton in Raw Form Delivers Superfood Benefits : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Marine phytoplankton produce most of the Earth’s oxygen, and may have what humans need for good health. You may have already heard that marine ... more »
An Argument Against Genetically Engineered Foods You Don’t Want to Use at the Dinner Table : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
I just caught wind (better than breaking wind) of a new documentary film featuring Jeffrey Smith — one of the champion activists against ... more »
Does Hudson Need a Puppy, Too, to Grow Up Super-Healthy? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
A dog? Jonny 5 says, “Don’t even think about it. I got this.” Our cat, Jonny 5, thought he was doing his job by staying close to our ... more »
State of the Renegade Health Nation Address : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
His new nickname is Mr. Milk. We the people of… Alright, enough of that. I know, I didn’t even make it more than 4 words before I scraped ... more »
Modern Medicine and Alternative Therapies for Everyone—Cuba Did It, Can We? : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
In Cuba, whether you need antibiotics or acupuncture, it’s covered. Why not in the U.S.? The plane left Havana under clear skies, flew low along ... more »
23 Ways to Be Evil (In a Food Company, Biotech Kind of Way) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Your blueprint for convincing the masses to believe anything you say. It’s no secret that we support the labeling of genetically modified ... more »
Your Heartburn May be Caused by an Infection: 5 Natural Ways To Heal It : Guest Author Donna Gates
If you’re taking too many antacids, you may be making your heartburn worse. As common as heartburn is, many people turn to conventional ... more »
Healthy and Not-So-Healthy Supplements for Your Cat : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Seriously, he’d prefer a bit of tuna. Does your cat need nutritional supplements? It’s a question that vets get asked more often these ... more »
Are Your Local Store’s Seeds Good for Sprouting? : Exclusive Renegade Health Interview
I not only like the taste of sprouts, I also love the way they look! As you know, it’s been quite an crazy time for Annmarie and I… Since ... more »
Is it the Coffee or the Caffeine? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
I think some coffee drinkers would benefit from some mineral-rich coca tea — but you can’t get it in the U.S. Like I promised, ... more »
Have You Heard About This Superfood? Health Benefits of Sacha Inchi Nuts and Oil : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
These dark nuts from South America are full of omega-3 fatty acids. Have you heard of Sacha Inchi nuts? Also called Inca peanuts, these nuts are ... more »
A Funny Little Experiment: Can Coffee Really Be That Bad for You? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
I love coffee. I love the taste. I love the smell. I love the sound of it brewing. I love espresso. I love single shots. I love double shots. I love ... more »
Patients Taking a More Active Role in Healthcare: A Good Idea? : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
You have a suggestion. Will your doctor listen? Should he? People guzzle concoctions of worms and inject poop implants to relieve immune ... more »
The Side Effects of Eating Vegan : Guest Author Cherie Soria
You won’t believe what I learned about the vegan diet at the Vegetarian Society’s Summerfest this year! For nearly two decades, I have ... more »
5 Health Benefits of Cinnamon—Ceylon and Cassia : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Cassia or Ceylon? Studies show benefits from both, but your taste buds may prefer Ceylon. Isn’t cinnamon, cinnamon? Not for those “in the ... more »
Follow Up Thoughts on Raw Babies, Raw While Pregnant or Breastfeeding : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Headline: Alien Milk Monster Attacks Lactating Mom After Friday’s article (here), we got a lot of questions, support and some criticism about ... more »
Get Serious About Cancer Prevention : Guest Author Leigh Erin Connealy, MD
Looking to prevent cancer? You are your best resource! “When are scientists going to find a cure for cancer?” As a practicing physician, that’s ... more »
Have You Ever Lied About What You Eat? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You’d assume I play the piano by looking at this picture… but… It’s human nature to bend the truth. Particularly, when ... more »
7 Health Benefits of Chia Seeds : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
They make great “pets,” but they’re even better as part of your diet. They became popular as “chia pets” in the 1980s, ... more »
5 Reasons We Do Not Have a Raw Food Baby : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Baby Hudson does four things well at 14 days old… eat, sleep, cry and poop. It’s almost been 2 weeks since the birth of our new son ... more »
Are You Eating Real Food? : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Juicy, tasty, succulent tomatoes…not likely you’ll find these in your grocery store. When large-scale commercial farming became the ... more »
10 Amazing Anti-Aging Foods You Can Find at the Grocery Store : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Looking for regular foods that provide anti-aging benefits? Try avocados. It’s always exciting to read about a new anti-aging food with great ... more »
How Long Does That Tiny Bit of Gluten Affect Your Body? : Guest Author Donna Gates
It’s just one piece of cake, but how long will hte inflammation affect your body? Sometimes people eat a piece of cake even though they know ... more »
7 Toxic Food Additives to Avoid : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Looks tasty, but a lot of that flavor may come from a potentially toxic additive. Substances added to food to preserve flavor, enhance taste, and ... more »
What We Can Learn from Cuba: Music, Dancing, and Coffee Even Amidst Hardships : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Despite hardships, Cubans know how to enjoy the good in life. Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, along with numerous barrier islands and ... more »
Announcing Hudson Cole Gianni : A Personal Message from Kevin and Annmarie
Hudson on Croton… Oh, wait, I mean Hudson on Dad… Dear Friends and Renegade Health Readers, Annmarie and I would love to introduce you to ... more »
Some Exercise is Great, but Too Much Could Kill You — Mayo Clinic Study : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Marathons are more popular than ever, but are they good for your health —or dangerous to your heart? On March 31, 2012, ultramarathon runner Micah ... more »
The Top Five Raw Foods That Are Healthy For Your Teeth : Guest Author Dr. Joseph Hung
He knows where to get a natural toothbrush. You probably already know that the foods you eat can have a major impact on your overall health. What you ... more »
Yet Another Drug Maker Pays Billions—Will It Change Anything? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
GlaxoSmithKline joins the ranks of drug makers paying billions of dollars in fines—but will they change how they do business? On June 4th, 2012, we ... more »
Cuba On My Mind—from Natural Healing to Organic Farming : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Dr. Williams flies to Cuba again to see what’s new in medicine and organic foods. Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean and the closest ... more »
Is Your Diet Wrecking Your Teeth? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Attention: Your diet may be destroying your mouth… it was for me… They used to be shiny and white. Now, they’re a mix of green, ... more »
Bored with Your Salad? Try New Dressings! : Guest Author Cherie Soria
If there’s one thing we raw fooders love, it’s our salads! A big, fresh, organic salad everyday is a great way to get your greens, not to mention ... more »
3 Nutritional Supplements for Your Dog — Are They Safe? Do They Work? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You may have a pill container for your supplements, but does he really need one too? Have you taken a walk through your pet store lately? If so, you ... more »
Get $150 Worth of Free Stuff — Help Leave YOUR Mark on Renegade Health
Here’s a sneak peak of the new site, but it’s just not ready yet. Read on to find out why… It’s been since July ... more »
Is Your Raw Vegan Diet Eroding Your Teeth? Study Results : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
It’s healthy for your body, but what about your teeth? You know all the health benefits of a raw food diet, but did you know that it could ... more »
Is Your Raw Vegan Diet Eroding Your Teeth? Study Results : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
It’s healthy for your body, but what about your teeth? You know all the health benefits of a raw food diet, but did you know that it could ... more »
Ever Wonder Why Modern Produce is So Tasteless? : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
They look great, but the taste is lacking—why? After living in Peru, where the food is drenched in flavor, American fare, even organic fresh ... more »
Is a Low-Carb Diet Bad for Your Thyroid? : Guest Author Dr. Cate Shanahan
You’re trying to cut back on carbs, but you end up feeling starved and exhausted. What’s going on? If you struggle with fatigue or ... more »
Radiation Levels Finally Going Down in Northern California Dairy Milk : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
“Our milk is almost okay now. Really.” Back in September of 2011, we reported on the fact that radiation from the Fukushima, Japan nuclear ... more »
Don’t Get Caught Up in the Ensuing War : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Join this little guy at your own risk… and at the expense of everyone else. I just partially read an article published by Dr. John McDougall ... more »
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy May Prevent Type I Diabetes — Study Results : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
“A little fresh air, anyone?” New research from the Diabetes Research Institute suggests that a treatment called “hyperbaric oxygen ... more »
Some Thoughts on Health, Marketing and How I’ve Been Scammed in the Past : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
This picture has nothing to do with the article, BUT, Ann is wearing two pairs of glasses at the same time. That has to be worth ... more »
Human Disease — Much More Complicated Than We Thought : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
We thought we had human disease figured out. Turns out we haven’t even started. For centuries, the focus of modern Western medicine has been on ... more »
A Resource Every Health Nut Should Have on Their Bookshelf : Renegade Health Reviews
Tell ‘em Albert. (What a sage…) As you know, I’m always looking for the best of the best… It’s this kind of exhausting, ... more »
Does Your Toothpaste Have These Toxins? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Yes, you need to brush your teeth, but could your toothpaste be doing more harm than good? You may already be watching out for sulfates in your ... more »
Do You Eat Super-Healthy, But Still Feel Like Crap? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Eating cornstalk in Peru — Hey, I’ll try anything to get healthier, so should you… I’m pretty sure you’ve been there ... more »
The Best Natural Deodorant May Be None at All : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
If you get it right, you can lift your arms carefree — all the time. It’s Q & A time here at Renegade Health… Today, I’ve ... more »
The Top Herbs for PMS — Cramping, Bloating, Headaches and More : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You don’t want to feel bad, but you really don’t want to take a pain reliever. Is there another option? Admit it. It’s that time of ... more »
Do You Need a Dirt Detox? : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Admit it. You ate dirt as a kid, too. Turns out you may have been smarter than you thought. We’re always looking for the perfect solution: diet, ... more »
Should You Use Sunscreen… Or Not? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
With all the confusing information out there, are you better off using a sunscreen, or not? If you do use one, which is the best? Do sunscreens ... more »
Achieve Performance Breakthroughs with Functional Foods : Guest Author Brendan Brazier
According to professional Ironman triathlete Brendan Brazier, Kombucha tea (made with black or green tea) is one of the functional foods that can help ... more »
Don’t Expect Guidance on Sunscreens — FDA Drops the Ball Again : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Which is best? Don’t count on the FDA to help you decide. Almost exactly a year ago, the FDA announced new requirements for over-the-counter ... more »
Don’t Expect Guidance on Sunscreens — FDA Drops the Ball Again : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Which is best? Don’t count on the FDA to help you decide. Almost exactly a year ago, the FDA announced new requirements for over-the-counter ... more »
Really Bad Vending Machine Ideas [UPDATED] : Renegade Health Infographics
Hey everyone, just wanted to share that we’ve updated the “Really Bad Vending Machine Ideas” infographic — if you want to call ... more »
Revisiting the Purity of Ancient Spirituality : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
“What brings me back to Peru is the Amazon and the Andes—places where tribes still carry on traditional ways, and where the Earth and forest, ... more »
Really Bad Vending Machine Ideas [UPDATED] (Inspired By This Pizza Vending Machine Soon to Be Seen at Your Local Mall) : Renegade Health Infographic
Be sure to read this entire post to see the full infographic… Maybe the world will end in 2012… I just watched one of the most disturbing ... more »
GMO Labeling Law on the California Ballot — One Small Step for No GMO-Kind : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
We need your help to keep food food. Over the next few days, you’ll hear a lot of news about a GMO labeling law being accepted on the California ... more »
Midlife Crisis Depression May Increase Risk of Dementia…How to Navigate the Transition : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
A midlife crisis involves a lot more than hot cars and younger partners—and can actually threaten your health. You’ve likely heard of the term ... more »
Cruciferous Veggies — More Benefits Than You Might Have Thought : Guest Author Donna Gates
Looking for a new superfood? Try arugula. Many of us know that cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, or kale are excellent for our health. ... more »
A Blood Test Saves This Pregnant Mom from Medication and Stress : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
WOW! As you know, I’m quite an advocate of blood testing… You may have heard me talk about it from time to time, LOL! The reason why I ... more »
A Headbusting Hangover — Any Natural Solutions? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You may have your favorite hangover cures, but do they really work? You know you shouldn’t, and you usually don’t, but you were so excited ... more »
Under the Hood of The Complete Blood Test Blueprint Program — Take a Behind the Scenes Look at This New Cutting-Edge Program: Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Take a look behind the scenes at this awesome new program! Hey everyone, we’ve been getting a lot of questions about the new Blood Test ... more »
Changes in Peru Serve as a Warning to Us All : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Today, the sacred mountain Apu Chicon has lost at least 60% of it’s ice cap. The world is transforming in radical ways. According to ... more »
How to Know If Your Diet and Supplements are Working For You… : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
A snapshot of something I’m really proud of — and that promises to be super-helpful for you! Today is a special day here at Renegade ... more »
Does Your Health Guru Have a Fake Nutrition Degree? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
At Renegade Health, there’s no deception. WYSIWYG, baby, WYSIWYG (Internet speak for What You See Is What You Get.) Natural News founder and ... more »
The Secret Ingredient for Boosting Male Sexual Prowess… You May be Surprised : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
New research shows that male mice fed yogurt had larger testicles, increased male “swagger,” and more offspring. Ever see a man in a ... more »
How Martial Arts Taught Me to “Hold My Stance” : Guest Author Cherie Soria
>Cherie tells how she learned a lot more from her Karate practice then how to kick and punch. People are often surprised when I tell them I have a ... more »
Drug Makers Pay Billions in Fines — and Continue Business as Usual : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Even after paying billions in fines, pharmaceutical companies continue to illegally market their drugs. On May 7, 2012, CNN News reported on the ... more »
The Shower Prophecies — Wisdom on a Bottle of Dr. Bronner’s Soap : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Grab your reading glasses, cause Dr. Bronner’s kicking some serious knowledge in your bathroom. A few months ago, I took the Dr. Bronner’s ... more »
Why NYC Mayor Bloomberg’s Soda Ban Will Pass and What The Food Industry Will Do To Fight It : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Health experts do say to eat the colors of the rainbow… Regardless of what you think of New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, you have to ... more »
The Raw Food Train is Here—Do You Want Onboard? : by Guest Author Cherie Soria
It used to be you couldn’t find raw food restaurants anywhere, but that’s changing. We all have dreams and fantasies. They give us ... more »
Should You Listen to a Mean Health Expert? : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
Look, I don’t expect too see all the health experts at a big old love-in, but I do expect manners… As you know, I love answering your ... more »
Super Nut? Studies Show – Walnuts Great for Diabetics and Rank Above Many Other Healthy Nuts : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
A new study shows that walnuts help improve blood vessel function in diabetics, potentially reducing the risk of heart disease. If you’ve ... more »
Can’t Eat Healthy on a Budget? Think Again! Tips to Help : Guest Author Nomi Shannon
On food budgets both large and small, one can eat poorly or one can eat well. Since many of us are experiencing income reductions, following are some ... more »
What is Attachment Parenting, Anyway? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
The recent “Time Magazine” cover shocked a lot of people, but attachment parenting involves a lot more than breastfeeding. After the ... more »
High Levels of HDL “Good” Cholesterol Protective? Maybe Not Anymore : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Here’s a general rule: Never let any doctor put you on any drug for more than one year without questioning the consequences or without regular, ... more »
No Antioxidants During Cancer Treatments—How Smart is That? : Guest Author Leigh Erin Connealy, MD
Doctors often discourage the use of antioxidants during chemotherapy, but are they right to be so cautious? According to the American Cancer Society, ... more »
Does Calcium Help Encourage Weight Loss? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You’ve heard calcium can help trim away the pounds. Is it true? You may have heard the latest diet buzz that calcium can help you lose weight. ... more »
Recommendation: Routine PSA Screening To Go the Way of the T-Rex : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Extinct: 2012. RIP Routine PSA Screening. The United States Preventive Services Task Force has just issued their final recommendation on the PSA ... more »
My Work to Develop a Well-Rounded Practice : Guest Author Leigh Erin Connealy, MD
Fascinated by natural healing methods, Dr. Connealy added an acupuncturist to her team back when it was unheard of to have an acupuncturist in a ... more »
“Doctor ‘Schmoctor’ Told Me I Was Completely Wrong…” : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
“Doctor Schmoctor, are you sure alpaca poo is good for my lungs?” A woman and her friend approached me this weekend at the Longevity Now ... more »
7 of the Most Unhealthy and Potentially Cancer-Causing Foods : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You know they’re bad for you, but do you know how bad? We often like to classify healthy foods, super foods, not-so-healthy foods, and unhealthy ... more »
The Good and Bad of Statin Drugs—When Might They Actually Help, But at What Cost?
You’ve got high cholesterol…is a statin drug really the answer? For high cholesterol and LDL (“bad cholesterol”) there is one sure ... more »
My Journey from Young Science Kid to Natural Healer : Guest Author Leigh Erin Connealy, MD
Like many young girls, Leigh loved science, but never expected it would lead to being a natural healer. Some little girls dream of being ballerinas or ... more »
7 “Unusual” But Healthy Snack Options Beyond Apples and Almond Butter : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Is your normal healthy snack looking a little boring? Try these new ideas. Snacking has become a big deal in today’s modern life. According to ... more »
How to Make Your Own Sprout Jar and Sprout Just About Anything at Home : Exclusive Renegade Health “How To”
Here’s how to give your sprouts the nutrition of wild food! After yesterday’s post about making super-sprouts and veggies, we got a lot of ... more »
The Amazing Tahini — History and 4 Amazing Recipes : Guest Author Nomi Shannon
Tahini is made from sesame seeds, and is full of nutrients and protein. Sesame seeds are best known as toppings for rolls and bread in North America, ... more »
Turn Your Veggies into Avenger-Like, Nutrition Packed Powerhouses : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Don’t worry, this is not exactly a movie review… LOL! I recently went to the theater with some friends to see The Avengers… If you ... more »
7 Most Effective Wrinkle Prevention Techniques : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Looking for ways to prevent wrinkles? Try a combination of dietary and topical solutions. UV rays and cigarette smoke are two of the biggest offenders ... more »
Next Generation Science Shows Us—Pomegranate Can Protect Your Cholesterol : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
We know pomegranates are good for us, but next generation science shows that it can help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Nature’s secrets are ... more »
The Time Magazine Breastfeeding Cover — What Do You Think? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
What do you think about this? These two pictures have caused more outrage in the last 24-48 hours online than just about anything I’ve seen in ... more »
Radiation, Chemicals, Toxins… Oh My! How to Protect Your Health : Guest Author Leigh Erin Connealy, MD
Today, avoiding cancer means avoiding potentially harmful chemicals and radiation exposure as much as possible. As a practicing physician, one of the ... more »
Raw Milk: It’s Good for You, Right? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
So what is the deal with raw milk… All good? All Bad? Or somewhere in between… I probably address raw milk about every 5-6 months, but ... more »
A Vegan with Low Protein? (Yes, It Is Possible) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Goats do get protein from grass, but you can’t argue that you do too — unless you have four stomachs. Today, I’m going to answer a ... more »
4 Reasons You Need a Colonic Now…Or Not : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Will a colonic fix your upset stomach? Doctors and alternative healthcare practitioners disagree. There’s debate between the scientific and holistic ... more »
8 Ways to Eat More Kale : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Tired of the same ol’ kale? Try these eight tips for some variety. You know it’s good for you, and you’ve probably already figured out how to ... more »
Throw Out Your Back? 8 Tips to Help You Recover : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
When you “throw out” your back, it may feel like it, but usually nothing has actually moved out of place. According to the American ... more »
7 Good Reasons to Learn EFT or Tapping : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
When I do EFT, I instantly teleport to here… It’s rare that I say someone “needs” to do something, but in this case I’m ... more »
Cranky? Forget What You Just Read? You Need a Brain Break! : Guest Author Michael Eisen
If you notice yourself getting tired and cranky while working at a project, most likely you need a brain break. When you go to the gym or take part in ... more »
Does the Shape of Food Tell You Which Body Part It’s Good For? 7 Good Examples : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
In the Doctrine of Signatures, carrot slices, thought to look like the human eye, were said to help protect the health of the eye. Modern science ... more »
How to Delay or Stop Hair Loss—Naturally : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Researchers found that onion juice, when regularly massaged into the scalp, helped grow hair. When the FDA released the prescription drug Propecia on ... more »
Find Free Fruit In Your Town or City with EdibleCities.Org : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Free food in Berkeley! If you’re anything like me, you love a good deal… Particularly, if you end up getting something for free! When we ... more »
Drinking Mineral Water? You May Still be Mineral-Deficient : Guest Author Jim McMahon
Minerals in your water aren’t necessarily the minerals your body needs. Many people are under the impression that it’s important to drink ... more »
Stop All the Medical Tests! : Guest Author Dr. David Brownstein
Did your doctor recommend an EKG? Think twice before you go through it. As detailed in a recent article in the New York Times, a group of nine medical ... more »
5 Foods Bad for the Brain : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Salty foods aren’t only bad for your heart—they can mess with your thinking. The phrase “we are what we eat” is true not only for ... more »
Why I Said “No” to National TV : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
TV’s fun, but… About 2 months ago, we got a call from a major TV network (one of the big ones)… I was excited. People still tell me ... more »
Get a Sharper Memory Today: 19 Easy Health Hacks for Super-Recall : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Can’t remember what you were looking for? Your memory may need some help. You’ve probably heard the buzz. The Internet is wreaking havoc ... more »
Male? Female? Both? How Advertisers Bend Reality : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Hello Size 6? Or… Hello Man/Woman Ab Monster? Last week must have been the week I was supposed to find weird pictures… First, I found the ... more »
Allow No Charlatans When Rebuilding Your Personal Health : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
We seek out the best professionals to build our houses—but what about those who help us rebuild our health? You wouldn’t let an unlicensed ... more »
Top 7 Foods to Help Prevent Cancer : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Black raspberries have already shown in studies to reduce tumor growth. According to the American Cancer Society, about half of cancer deaths are ... more »
What Healthy Tattoo Would You Get? (Special Deal Unlocked If You Comment) : Renegade Health Fun
The other day, I came across this image online while I was researching… I have no idea what I searched for, but ultimately it doesn’t ... more »
5 Foods Toxic to the Liver, Plus 5 Great Raw Foods for Liver Detox : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You know fast food is out, but what other foods may be bad for your liver? Dedicated to preserving your health? Into detoxification techniques? Then ... more »
Which Way to Lose Weight is Right? : Exclusive Renegade Health Review
Maybe we’d be better off learning about diet from goats. I used to think only one diet was the right diet… Actually, I’ve thought ... more »
Your Gut — As Damaged as the Earth’s Environment? : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Are probiotics the answer to your indigestion? When I first started practicing three decades ago, we had only yogurt and kefir for gut repair. Things ... more »
The Detoxification Process — Does it Really Exist? : Guest Author Nomi Shannon
“Having long been a believer in the concept of detoxification, I was surprised recently when a friend questioned its very ... more »
FDA Wimps Out on BPA : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
The FDA says “no” to a ban on BPA, but manufacturers are bowing to public pressure. Despite all the concern about the hormone-altering ... more »
Digestive Enzymes vs. Pancreatic Enzymes — What to Use for What : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
There are enzymes in that compost! After my re-posting of Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez’s partial interview from the Healing Cancer World Summit, I ... more »
Modeling a Healthy Lifestyle Minus the Coffee, Smokes & 500-Calorie Diet : by Guest Author Anthony Anderson
Model Anthony Anderson credits his clean diet with helping him maintain his good looks. I went into the profession of modeling very unassuming. I ... more »
Don’t Get the Flu This Season! : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Why suffer? You can prevent the flu this season. Up to now it’s been a relatively mild year for seasonal influenza. There were no pandemic threats ... more »
Making the World Lighter Through Healthy, Gourmet Raw Food : by Guest Author Cherie Soria
Cherie found her purpose when she discovered she could create tasty raw vegan cuisine. I learned about death and disease at a young age. My mother ... more »
7 + 7 Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Bonus Tip: Make sure your native camping guide tells the gringos that everything freezes overnight at 15,000 feet! Three Mile Island, the Exxon Valdez ... more »
Sign Up For This Free Ancient Herbal Stress Relief Webinar : Renegade Health Special Announcement!
Read on to learn how you can sign up for this free online presentation… Ahh… We all could use a vacation to a tropical island to relax and ... more »
Fasting—What, Why, When, Who, and Where : by Guest Author Alan Goldhamer, D.C.
Rest, relaxation, and pure water…sound good? For thousands of years, people have fasted to achieve physical and psychological health benefits, ... more »
Make Your Own Super-Sweet Nutrition Facts T-Shirt : Fun Stuff for Monday
You know you’ll look good in this… you’ll be the talk of the town! Read on to find out how you can “git” one for ... more »
Top 4 Herbs for Boosting Your Libido (For Him and Her!) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Not feeling the heat? You don’t need drugs. According to the Wall Street Journal, one out of every five men over 40 in the U. S. have tried ... more »
How Do Coffee Enemas Work for Detoxification : Special Healing Cancer Week
This is the last installment of Renegade Health’s Natural Cancer Awareness Week! In this audio episode, you’ll hear cancer advocate and ... more »
Celiac Madness and the Gluten-Free Diet : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
Are so many people really allergic to wheat? Separating medical fact from fiction is one of the roles of any good clinician. It helps to have a ... more »
A Big, Super-Special Announcement We’d Like to Share With You…
No need to write anything, it’s all in the video… Your Question of the Day: Any questions for us? Advice? Prayers? LOL! Live Awesome! Kev more »
The Connection Between Vitamin D and Cancer : Special Healing Cancer Week
Moving right along with our Renegade Health’s Natural Cancer Awareness Week! In this audio episode, you’ll hear cancer advocate and ... more »
Why Enzymes Are Used for Natural Cancer Treatment : Special Healing Cancer Week
Day Three of our Renegade Health Natural Cancer Awareness Week! In this audio episode, you’ll hear cancer doctor Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez explain ... more »
To High Protein or To Low Protein? : Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
The protein shake—it looks yummy, but is it really good for you? What’s the best protein supplement? Should you take it, and if so, how much? Do ... more »
Important Supplements for Cancer Prevention and Treatment : Special Healing Cancer Week
The Renegade Health Natural Cancer Awareness Week rolls on… In this audio episode, you’ll hear cancer doctor Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy ... more »
Shocking Cancer Survival Rates from Natural Treatments : Special Healing Cancer Week
We have an amazing 5 days in store for you… I’m going to call it the Renegade Health Natural Cancer Awareness Week and — until ... more »
GMO Labeling — From a Graphical Perspective : Renegade Health Exclusive Article
Perfect timing… I came across this infographic this morning after publishing my GMO labeling article yesterday. (Synchronicity?) I have to ... more »
A Few Reasons You Have to Do Something About This — GMO Labeling A “Must Pass” in California (Here’s What You Can Do to Help): Renegade Health Call to Action!
The only good genetically modified foods do is make money for bio-tech companies. (Peruvian beans, untouched by industry for 1000′s of ... more »
Exercise—It Gets Your Genes Working for You: Exclusive Article by J. E. Williams
How do you get those genes to bite? I was an avid trout fisherman when I was younger. I knew the woods and streams, the shape of the beaver dams, and ... more »
Pack On the Lean Muscle with Plant-Based Nutrition: by Guest Author Brendan Brazier
Brendan tells you how to build muscles like his—all on a plant-based diet. Having been a competitive endurance athlete since the age of 15, I found ... more »
New Things Coming for You From Renegade Health : A Renegade Health Update!
The sun is setting on this old design pretty soon, but with a new one, we’ll have so many more cool things! I’ve been waiting for quite ... more »
How Do You Boost Female Libido, Plus Tips on How to Get Rid of Acid Reflux : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
Maca is considered a “hot” plant. I’ll let you figure out why… Alright, question time! I have a bunch of them from the last ... more »
Is the Future of Health Food Packaged? (Expo West Recap) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Ann and I with Donna Gates at the Expo West in 2009. As promised, I wanted to share with you some insights that I gleaned from this year’s Expo ... more »
A Thank You and Details on The Special 50% Digital Deal That Will Be Unlocked Tomorrow : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Here’s a sunflower for you as a token of our appreciation! Wow… I can’t say enough about your response yesterday! So many comments ... more »
Who Do YOU Want Me to Interview? : A Renegade Health Question for You…
Interviewing Cherie Soria at the Raw Spirit Festival — I definitely am taking her very seriously. Today, I was talking to our longtime (and ... more »
Why Random Diseases Happen to Healthy People : Exclusive Article By Dr. J. E. Williams
I bet visualizing this in your bloodstream might actually do some good… Resident Medical Authority: J. E. Williams, OMD, FAAIM To assure maximum ... more »
The Next Farming Atrocity Starts Here… The Sea : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
They say there are always more fish in the sea, but will this be true in 100 years? We’re here at Expo West — which is the largest natural ... more »
How Do I Get My Libido Back Naturally? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Tips on how to restore that fire… (Arenal, Costa Rica) Look, it happens… And not only to 90 year old men. Low libido is silently becoming ... more »
What About Hemp, Chia, Flax, Purslane, Fermented Fish, Supercritical Tennis Ball Fuzz Extract? (Last Day for this Deal)
You can’t get as red as a lobster, I’ve tried. But this really, white guy knows that omega-3 oils and antioxidants are essential when the ... more »
I Thought Flax Was The Best Plant Omega-3 Oil, Plus Your Omega-3 Oil Questions Answered… : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
Searching for Sachi Inchi in Peru. I’m hoping to catch the elusive tree with my video camera. (Just kidding, Sacha Inchi grows in the ... more »
If You’re Hungry for Change and Need to Be Touch-ed, Here are Two Things to Watch Today
Very small earthquakes are like crude, scary alarm clocks. Got up early this morning (5:33 to be exact), thanks to Mother Nature’s Northern ... more »
7 Reasons to Make Sure You Get Enough Omega 3 Fatty Acids (Don’t Say I Didn’t Warn You…) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
No need to stay in bed all day feeling depressed… get your omega-3′s and your mood should lift. Omega this, omega that… Is the hype ... more »
For Some, Health Changes Just Come Too Late — Don’t Let it Happen to You (Plus, My Stressed Out Week of Unhealthiness) : Exclusive Article By Dr. J. E. Williams
This image has a double meaning… (1) It represents what can happen to your health if you don’t take it seriously and (2) it’s what I ... more »
Is Your Food Really Organic? California Man Convicted of Selling Non-Organic Fertilizer
There’s no middle man to trust or grill when you’re eating wild blueberries… For 6 years Peter Townsley sold organic fertilizer to ... more »
Pee, Poop, Perspire, Pranayama : Three Takeaways from The Blood Sugar Solution
It’s better that this picture has nothing to do with the title of this post… I know, with this headline, I better be ready to explain ... more »
Why Are You Bashing Something as Natural as Running or Walking Barefoot? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
All this barefoot running talk has given me an excuse to show you my feet. Look how amazing they are… (Running the Boulder Bolder in ... more »
A Weird Phenomenon I’ve Experienced This Year (Plus, A 4 Day Leap Year Sale Starts Today)
This may be the last day I didn’t work (Honduras, January 2009), before I recognized this new phenomenon… read on… I’m heading ... more »
The Darker Side of Barefoot Shoes : Exclusive Renegade Health Article and Interview
This are not barefoot running shoes, but they are the ugliest shoes I’ve ever purchased. When barefoot shoes first came out, I was all about ... more »
What Are Your Feet Telling You? Tap Into The Wisdom of Your Feet for Lasting Healing : Exclusive Renegade Health Interview
Can your feet tell you things about your health that even your doctor won’t catch? Today, I have a special interview guest that I’ve been ... more »
Green Smoothies Can’t Be As Bad as Cocaine… Can They? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Let’s fight the real fight, not fight each other… #tiredofsillyarguments After Monday’s post on green smoothies, I feel like I have ... more »
The Best Natural Ways to Defend Against Radiation Damage : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
An antioxidant compound called anthocyanin, found in wild blueberries, is shown to protect against radiation damage and slow down cellular ... more »
Green Smoothie Red Alert! Are Green Smoothies Actually Bad for You? : Exculsive Renegade Health Article
My exchange with Rio, promising this article… I received a Facebook message a few weeks ago from Rio… He was concerned. Here’s what ... more »
Dr. Oz Says I’m Wrong about Cinnamon, Plus Natural Hair Growth Ideas : Renegade Health Q & A
Annmarie says Dr. Oz needs to check himself… in a cute Peruvian / Gringa style. I love it when Dr. Oz says I’m wrong… I mean, he ... more »
Taking Care of Your Teeth Naturally — A Daily Natural Tooth Care Routine : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
This little boy looks a little like me when I was younger, except that I would have been eating the toothpaste, not using it. It’s been a long ... more »
Is Treating the Root Cause of Disease Always the Best Place to Start? : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Traditional Chinese Medicine suggests that the patient is like a tree; the disease symptoms are the branches, but the root cause is deeper, even in ... more »
Do You Know Why Our Cinnamon is Different Than the One in the Store? : Renegade Health Store Special
Ceylon cinnamon tea to the left and holy basil tea to the right, served chilled at a recent event I spoke at! (The Stillheart Institute) It’s ... more »
Do You Know Your Total Radiation Exposure? : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Radiation is everywhere. In fact, natural radiation has been part of our environment since the planet was born. This chart shows the sources of ... more »
Can’t or Don’t Want to Eat Chocolate? No Problem, Try This… : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
These pretty flowers will turn into cacao pods! Many of you know my public struggles with chocolate… I ended up eating a large amount over an ... more »
Three Cool Things for Your Sunday (Hear Me Speak in a Few Ways and Places) : Renegade Health Announcements
In Sunday’s past, we’d likely be building aquaducts like this Incan masterpiece, not surfing the Web or watching football on HD ... more »
The First Step to Replacing the Old Doctor-Patient Model (The Proactive Patient II) : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
The first step to becoming a proactive patient is to stop consuming the standard American diet of processed foods and instead eat a diet of whole, ... more »
Kevin’s 2012 Blood Tests Results Revealed! : Renegade Health Exclusive Article
As you know every year I do a comprehensive blood analysis to see where I am with my diet and my health… I think getting this blood work ... more »
Doctors Make Mistakes, But Won’t Tell Anyone, Plus a New and Surprising, Personal Blood Test Result : 7 Things I Learned This Week
So much nicer than snow in the Northeast and clouds in Berkeley! (Sarasota, Florida) It’s been an awesome week in Sarasota with a lot of ... more »
Is It OK to Eat Sugar? The Sugar Debate Heats Up : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Bread fruit isn’t sweet (it’s also the size of your head!), but does it matter — for your health — how sweet a fruit is? Ah, ... more »
Acid Reflux? No Problem… (Plus, Two Other Resources for You) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You won’t get acid reflux if you eat at the Gerson Institute (Their spread for lunch!) It’s been a crazy day today… I almost thought ... more »
The Health Book That Never Made It to The Market — It Was Too Far Ahead of It’s Time (And Still Is) : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
To be a proactive patient, find a cooperative practitioner who will work with you as a partner, not as an authoritarian representative of the ... more »
Every Health Expert Says Their Diet is the Best — Who’s Right? : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
I’d love to eat pineapple all the time, but my health guru says I can only eat it on Sundays… when it’s raining… and only if I ... more »
PROOF: Studies Show the Flu Vaccine Effectiveness is “Lacking” for the Elderly : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Studies that show getting a universal flu vaccine isn’t effective in preventing seasonal illness may raise the question: Is vaccination right ... more »
Pesticides In Your Orange Juice… Do You Know Where Your Food is Coming From? : Digest This! Healthy News You Should Know
Amazing… oranges can grow without fungicides when they’re healthy. A news report today, reveals that a U.S. orange juice producer has ... more »
Are the Pharmaceutical Companies Pushing Out the Middle Man… The Doctor? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Once the middle man is gone, we’ll have to rely on our ancient knowledge of plant foods and medicines… I’m sure your parents taught ... more »
Does Chocolate Do This to You? Plus, My Takeaways from “Eating for Energy” : A Renegade Health Review
Today, my run was not here, but I wish it was… this is my favorite place to hit the trails. (Huntington State Park, Newtown, CT) It’s ... more »
The Breast Health Diet : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Fresh oranges, limes, tangelos, and other citrus fruits (except for grapefruits) are fantastic foods for promoting breast health. Resident Medical ... more »
To Lose Weight For Good, You Might Have to Lose Your Mind (And Maybe Even More…) : The 5 Undeniable Laws of Lasting Weight Loss
Clearly, I’ve also lost my mind by using this image for this post — it has no relevance at all to what I’ve written about. ... more »
The Joy of Stillness : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Yoga and meditation are great ways to ‘unplug’ from our digitally connected world, which leaves us little time for quiet. Resident Medical ... more »
Your Body Wants You to Be Fat (If You’re Doing These Things…) : The 5 Undeniable Laws of Lasting Weight Loss
If you want to lose weight, you might want to take a lesson from Jonny 5′s book… chill out – often – when you find a warm, ... more »
You Might Need to Eat More Food to Lose More Weight… (Huh?) : The Second Undeniable Law of Lasting Weight Loss
I’m trying to tie in this picture to the article, but frankly, I’m just thrilled to be going back to Florida in a few weeks to eat some ... more »
If You Want to Slim Down, Be Sure to Do This… : The First Undeniable Law of Lasting Weight Loss
If you want to live long, why not ask a 90 year old how they did it? (My grandpa at our wedding 4 years ago at 90 years old.) In just a few short ... more »
The Best Way to Juice May Not Be The Best Way For You : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Sharing a laugh with the reigning First Lady of Juicing (Charlotte Gerson at home.) Mike recently wrote in bunch of questions recently about ... more »
Can Your Neti Pot Kill You? : Digest This! Health News Column
What’s lurking in your tap water? I wouldn’t worry about toads, but amoebas… I think I’m finally back on track with my columns ... more »
Is The Macrobiotic Diet a Good Diet? : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
If you ate a strict macrobiotic diet, you might not be able to eat everything here… how much fun would that be? (LOL!) It’s Friday, so ... more »
Where Can I Get B12 Shots… (Do You Even Need Them?) : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A with Dr. J.E. Williams
Healthy oils and fats, like avocado and raw nuts, can help make the thyroid gland healthy. I get lots of great questions and many interesting ... more »
The Danger of Getting Health Information Online (Plus Two More Must Watch Videos!) : Renegade Health Exclusive Article
The Internet is like a rainbow in a nasty storm when it comes to health news – there’s a little good, but a ton of bad. I’ve been on ... more »
Is the Calcium in Raw Vegetables Absorbable? : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
Could egg shells be a good source of calcium? Like I said yesterday, today, I’m going to be focusing on answering your personal questions about ... more »
Yummy, Healthy Recipes for Stronger Bones : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
None of these recipes include Miner’s Lettuce, but you definitely can add it… we provide the canvas, you make the brushstrokes! Since ... more »
Yummy, Healthy Recipes for Stronger Bones : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
None of these recipes include Miner’s Lettuce, but you definitely can add it… we provide the canvas, you make the brushstrokes! Since ... more »
Is An Alkaline Diet Best for Healthy Bones? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Wild greens are a fantastic addition to an alkaline diet and building strong bones, but you have to make sure you’re digesting them properly to ... more »
Keeping Your Bones Healthy Isn’t All About Calcium… : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
To build bones as strong as these Incan walls, you need more than a calcium pill. (Outside of Urubamba, Peru) Ask any doctor or old-school ... more »
Eating Local Foods Feeds Your Genes : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Buy organic, locally grown when possible, and plant a garden. Eating a fresh, plant-based diet will help ensure microRNA modifies your genes in a ... more »
Is the Raw Food Diet the Best Healing Tool There Is? : Exclusive Renegade Health Interview
A few weeks ago, I had a chance to get on the phone to talk raw food with health coach Arnoux Goran… As you know, I interview hundreds of ... more »
So What’s The Final Verdict on Soy, Is it Good For You Or Bad? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
We stopped selling Annmarie’s soap because we were unable to confirm that the soy was from a non-GMO source! Now what about eating it? Soy, as ... more »
Amazing Amazonian Superfood, Aguaje : An Exlusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Aguaje (Mauritia flexuosa) is a rich source of energy and nutrients, containing one of the highest plant sources of vitamin A as carotenoids – with ... more »
Peruvian Fresh Fruit Juice Bar and Special Smoothie (A Crazy Combination!) : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Visit any of the Quechua women at the San Pedro central market and have them make you the ‘Especial.’ Sit and relax, strike up a ... more »
How to Ensure Your Probiotics Are Working For, Not Against You : Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Getting enough fiber is necessary for building strong probiotic colonies. Consume at least 20-25 grams daily, and more if you have digestive ... more »
Where to Get Plant Based Protein, Plus Thyroid and B12 Questions Answered : Q & A with Dr. J.E. Williams
Even if something is labeled ‘natural,’ do not assume that the producer has your best interest, or the planet’s, in mind. Always read ... more »
Aw-rick-cue-lo-what?! Does the Ear Contain a Secret Map for Healing? : Exculsive Renegade Health Article
Could this type of healing be as easy as watching a sunset? (Fisherman’s Beach outside of Nosara, Costa Rica) A good number of years ago, I was ... more »
Wait, Which Filter Removes Fluoride? Plastics? Animal Poo? : Renegade Health Q & A
No one should eat fish from the Housatonic in Connecticut more than 6 times a year! (Kent, CT) Over the last two segments of my interview with Jim ... more »
A Valuable Cancer Test, Cancer Research Links and More… : Healing Cancer World Summit Night 5 Recap
If don’t gather a team or get testing to help you along your health path, we will send Jonny 5 to get you and sit on your lap and purr until you ... more »
An Important Anti-Cancer Nutrient… Plus, Is it Possible to Get Your Family to Consider Natural Cancer Options? : Healing Cancer World Summit Night 4 Recap
Unfortunately, just being in the sun might not bring up your vitamin D levels like you’re been told. (Sunrise at Tres Cruces, Manu National ... more »
An Important Anti-Cancer Nutrient… Plus, Is it Possible to Get Your Family to Consider Natural Cancer Options? : Healing Cancer World Summit Night 4 Recap
Unfortunately, just being in the sun might not bring up your vitamin D levels like you’re been told. (Sunrise at Tres Cruces, Manu National ... more »
A Cozy Little Spot Where Western Medicine Meets Alternative Cancer Treatment : Healing Cancer World Summit Night 3 Recap
Is it possible for Western medicine and natural approaches to get along? (Parque de Amor, Lima, Peru) I’m glad to see everyone (almost everyone, ... more »
What Is The Best Diet for Cancer Patients? : Healing Cancer World Summit Night 2 Recap
Is carrot juice a danger to the health of all? (Not actually carrot juice… couldn’t find a picture, so this orange smoothie will have to ... more »
Adya Clarity Consumer Alert: If You’ve Purchased or Taken Adya Clarity Please Read!
The best way to great health is mastery of the simple things. If you’ve purchased or taken Adya Clarity, it is essential that you read this ... more »
How Can the Placenta Help Cure Cancer? Plus, 7 Other Valuable Cancer Prevention and Treatment Tips : Healing Cancer World Summit Recap Night 1
You didn’t really expect a picture of a placenta or a tumor to lead off this post, did you? (LOL!) As many of you know, the Healing Cancer World ... more »
Where’d Kevin and Annmarie Go? : Renegade Health Where’e Waldo
You won’t find Ann or I in this graphic… we’re at the Healing Cancer World Summit… While it seems like we’re disappeared ... more »
Quinoa Wisdom From Peru : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Quinoa is rich in amino acids and minerals and is a common food in the Andes. Resident Medical Authority: J. E. Williams, OMD, FAAIM Quinoa ... more »
The Amazing, Open-Air Markets in Cusco, Peru : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Eating a high raw, plant-based diet like this is easy in Peru, especially if you shop at the open air markets. Resident Medical Authority: J. E. ... more »
Is The Next Wave of the Bird Flu Coming? : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Millions of ducks are now flying south from Siberia, and some are carrying a virus that could lead to a resurgence of H5N1 bird flu in poultry – ... more »
Can Cultured Vegetables Make Your Teeth Sensitive? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Look at that smile… teeth are as white as the snow on the mountain! One of the larger issues with eating extreme type diets is that somethings ... more »
Do You Need to Do an Enema When You Juice? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Mmmm… Mellow Love. Cucumber, celery, romaine, spinach and parsley. Juicing and enemas are usually mentioned in the same breath in the health ... more »
How To Win My Trust, Healthy New York Hangouts, and Contest Winners : The 7 Things I Learned This Week
I love hanging out in Manhattan, but I also love hanging out here. Do you know where and what this place is? (Hint: It’s in New York State) This ... more »
Renegade Lunch Lady Ann Cooper Shares How to Change the U.S. School Lunch Disaster : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
This dude doesn’t have to worry much about bad school lunches, his dad is healthy… (It’s not me BTW!) What I’m going to share ... more »
Are Multivitamins Deadly? : “Digest This!” Healthy News You Need to Know
Next thing you know, there will be a study that will find food causes death – a 100% correlation. “Digest This!” returns ... more »
Arm Chair MD’s Criticize Steve Jobs’ Treatment From Home : The 7 Things I Learned This Week
Nope, not Steve Jobs, but my father Ken who also had cancer. As many of you know, Steve Jobs, Apple co-founder, died last week. He had been struggling ... more »
Tackling Your Questions on Mold, Radioactive Chemtrails, Herbalists, TSH and Live Blood Analysis : Renegade Health Q & A
Just north of the Golden Gate bridge is Marin County. Some cities here have notoriously bad mold issues. It’s been an awesome week here at ... more »
What Is Really Making Us Fat? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
If the lectures at the UC-Berkeley Edible Education 101 course continue to be this good, I’m going to keep posting them… Today, the ... more »
Cultured Caption Contest Voting! : Exclusive Renegade Health Contest
The results are in and now it’s time for you to help us vote for the best caption for this picture… About 10 days ago, I asked you to help ... more »
A Story I Haven’t Publicly Told Until Now : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Our trip to Peru was a way for me to spend time with nature and the Apus (Mountain gods.) I’ve been doing some serious soul searching… For ... more »
The Missing Piece to Women’s Health : An Exclusive Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Is it possible to get back to the time when the secrets of plants and healing were passed from generation to generation? Resident Medical Authority: ... more »
Fukushima Nuclear Fallout Still Showing Up in California Dairy Products : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
You don’t have to worry about radioactive milk from this goat… (It’s male.) Fukushima is out of the news in the U.S., but the ... more »
Do You Know Everything About How Food Gets to Your Table? (Exploring the Hot Topic of Race Inequality and Food) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
From farm to table, there are a few hiccups along the way (A foggy morning in Kansas.) I’m loving the Edible Education 101 Series here at ... more »
Why Social Networking Will Improve Your Health : The 7 Things I Learned This Week
Google Health failed, but there’s still hope for this search giant to make a mark on how we get our health information… This week’s ... more »
Do You Have a Sluggish Thyriod? Here’s How You Can Find Out! : Exclusive Article by Dr. J. E. Williams
This photo has no relation to the article that I can think of, but it’s pretty awesome, huh? Resident Medical Authority: J. E. Williams, OMD, ... more »
Do Bacteria Survive Your Stomach Acid, The Difference Between Fermenting and Rotting, Plus More Fermented Food Q & A : Exclusive Excerpt from “Cultured: How to Make Healthy Fermented Foods at Home”
Whatever you… make sure you never, never, never, make this face when someone is taking a photo of your presentation. (Eucalyptus Speaker Series, ... more »
Inflammation a Problem? Try Fermented Foods. (Plus 2 More Reasons to Eat Them!) : Excerpt from “Cultured: Make Health Fermented Foods at Home”
I have no idea what we’re looking at, but there is apple chicha in the pitcher (a fermented drink.) This excerpt is from our new book ... more »
Win a Free Copy of Our New Fermented Foods Recipes Book “Cultured!” : Caption Contest
Want to win a free copy of our new fermented foods recipe book “Cultured?” Make up a fun or serious caption for this silly sauerkraut ... more »
What’s So Great About Fermented Foods? 1000′s of Years of History to Start… : Special Cultured Book Excerpt
Delicious coconut yogurt on top of an apple nut cereal! This excerpt is from our new book “Cultured: Learn to Make Fermented Foods at ... more »
Chocolate Blueberry Energy Bars : A Raw Food Recipe from Brendan Brazier
Brendan Brazier’s raw food recipe for Chocolate Blueberry Energy Bars, from his new book ‘Thrive – The Vegan Nutrition Guide to ... more »
What’s The Best Source of Iodine, Best Calcium for Bone Health and More : Renegade Health Q & A
Greens not only look amazing, but they’re loaded with bone supporting minerals. There’s been a lot of talk about food policy this ... more »
Help Make a Difference : Introducing the GMO Labeling Initiative 2012
As you may know, Ann and I have started to become more active in the public health policy arena… I’ve been talking about it the last few ... more »
How to Change Our Food System with Marion Nestle : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
The local farm needs to survive in order for us all to be saved from frankenfoods. This timing of this could not have been better… I’ve ... more »
Are You Living in a Natural Health Bubble? : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
If I was going to live in a bubble, it would be this one. My article on whether or not there should be more public policy on eating created a little ... more »
Should Eating Be Public Policy or Should the Individual Decide What’s Healthy? : “Digest This!” Healthy News You Need to Know
In this article I also talk about foraging and why you may not be able to freely pick wild ginger like this out of your local park. There are some hot ... more »
Zucchini Noodles Marinara : A Raw Food Recipe from Chef Jennifer Cornbleet
“One of my favorite gadgets is my ‘spiralizer’…what most people refer to as a vegetable spiral slicer. You can use it to transform ... more »
What’s the Best Non-Toxic Cookware (Plus, Tips on Getting Appliances Cheap) : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Don’t need a wheatgrass juicer if you live at Hippocrates… I didn’t answer any questions this week, so I have four that I want to ... more »
The Top 6 Most Valuable Supplements : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
These fatty acids are essential for our RV, but I wouldn’t recommend supplementing them in your diet. Compiling a list of top supplements is a ... more »
How to Deal with Health Propaganda and More with Peter Sellars : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
Even this sweet lady in Honduras was trying to pitch me on the health benefits of noni… I bought right into it. (Those pots are full of about 20 ... more »
Our Top 6 Favorite Herbs : Exclusive Renegade Health Article
I love the taste of fresh oregano leaves – they have a strong flavor, but my taste buds have adapted! We literally get hundreds of questions a ... more »
Protein Math: How Much to Eat and Symptoms of Protein Deficiency : An Exclusive Renegade Health Article by Dr. J.E. Williams
Quinoa has the best overall amino acid profile, and makes a healthy addition to all plant-based diets. Thus, as a vegetarian, it’s a great way ... more »
What to Do If Your Overwhelmed with Getting the Raw Food Diet Right? (Or Any Diet!)
Strange how as a kid, I never seemed to feel to overwhelmed… what happened? (In the pic, Frankie and Malakai blowing out a candle.) When ... more »
Will Hydrochloric Acid Supplements Make the Body More Acidic? : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
Interviewing Mr. Alkaline Diet himself… Dr. Robert O. Young. Today, I’m experimenting with breaking down my normal 2-3 question Q & A ... more »
Will Hydrochloric Acid Supplements Make the Body More Acidic? : Exclusive Renegade Health Q & A
Interviewing Mr. Alkaline Diet himself… Dr. Robert O. Young. Today, I’m experimenting with breaking down my normal 2-3 question Q & A ... more »
Escape Earthquakes, Food Laws and Government Control By Living at Sea : Digest This! Healthy News You Need to Know
At sea, you can live sunrise to sunset for the rest of your life… There was a lot of crazy news last week… Topics that I’m going to ... more »
A 24 Hour Health Disaster Coverage Channel (Coming Soon?) : The 7 Things I Learned This Week
This is a test of the Emergency Health Disaster Channel… People are dying of heart disease and cancer every minute… is anyone ... more »
Incredible Pictures of Hurricane Irene Flooding in New Jersey : Personal Update
I wish sewers overflowing were the only problem Irene caused here in New Jersey… Instead of posting the regular Renegade Health content today, I ... more »
Help, I Feel Like I’m Sensitive to Everything I Eat! : Exclusive Renegade Health Artcile
My $7.00 fruit bowl yesterday morning. The only thing I’m sensitive to here is the price. I’ve met a lot of people who have difficulty ... more »