A discussion on sugar and its bad consequences, and also of a good sugar, allulose, which is now becoming available. Watch the video here.
Article – A Mysterious Epidemic
In certain regions of the world, a mysterious epidemic of kidney disease is occurring, especially in individuals working in the sugarcane fields of Central America. Thousands have died. Here we talk about the detective work that has led to the …
Talk – A talk with David Perlmutter on the Tale of Two Sugars- Fructose and Allulose
Fructose is a caloric sugar that seems to have a role in driving obesity and metabolic syndrome. Allulose is a natural sugar but seems to have beneficial effects on glucose metabolism and weight. Listen to the podcast here.
Podcast and Video – A talk with Florence Christopher from the Kick Sugar Summit on the Fructose Factor in Obesity and Health
We talk about the perils of sugar and especially fructose in obesity and metabolic syndrome. Listen to the podcast here. Watch the video here.
Podcast – Wise Athletes #125 | Make Your Kidneys Last a Lifetime | Dr Rick Johnson
How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy. A podcast with Joe Lavelle. Listen to the podcast here. Bullet Points What causes kidney disease? High sugar diets / Metabolic syndrome / Diabetes (cut back on sugar in food) Gout / High Uric …
Video – An interview with Dom D’Agostino on fructose and why soft drinks cause obesity, weight gain, craving and low energy.
Traditional soft drinks, juice boxes, and energy and sports drinks are loaded with high fructose corn syrup, an ingredient also found in many processed foods. The body processes fructose differently than other sugars, and fructose can lead to weight gain …
Podcast – Wisdom Wednesdays: Practical Nutritional Advice From The Podcast With Professor Richard Johnson
Some practical advice on how to stay healthy- focusing on both unhealthy and healthy foods. At the core is to avoid sugary beverages, ultra-processed foods, and foods rich in both sugar and salt. Listen to the podcast here.
Article – The Mysterious Kidney Illness Rising Among Sri Lankan Farmers
Are pesticides in drinking water to blame for kidney disease among young farmers? An interesting article in Think Global Health. Dehydration not only causes reversible kidney damage, but also could actually activate a process that might cause chronic kidney disease, …
Article – Pegloticase-Methotrexate Combo May Improve Blood Pressure in Uncontrolled Gout
An article in Renal & Urology News showing again that treatment of uric acid (this time with an agent called pegloticase) is associated with a significant reduction in blood pressure. Read the article here.