“Should You have a Morning “Ghee Shot” For Your Health? The morning ghee shot is one of the latest “wellness” trends—but it’s a reminder that not all health hacks are harmless. Nisha, a 34-year-old marketing professional, told her provider she was drinking a spoonful of ghee every morning because “Instagram said it boosts immunity.” She was shocked when her cholesterol panel came back elevated. The…
Why Is There Now Confusion After Two Hundred Years of Evidence on Vaccines
Why Is There Now Confusion After Two Hundred Years of Evidence on Vaccines? When Angela, a pediatric PA, told a parent that their child was due for a booster, the parent replied, “But I heard the CDC is not even recommending vaccines anymore.” The parent wasn’t refusing care, wasn’t even against vaccines—just unsure what to trust after weeks of news the CDC and vaccines.…
The Greatest Risk Factor in Women’s Health
The Greatest Risk Factor in Women’s Health Isn’t Hormones—It’s Research Neglect A 45-year-old woman goes in for her annual exam. She mentions heart palpitations, fatigue, and trouble sleeping. The clinician reassures her: “It is probably a hormone imbalance.” She leaves with an order for labs to check her estrogen and progesterone and a referral to a gynecologist. No clear answers, and no plan. Months later, she…