I am gob smacked today when my local medical newspaper reported that California law "SB 1172": a law passed to protect minors from gay "conversion therapy" practitioners, has been overturned by Judge William Shubb. As noted in Medical Observer: The law states that therapists and counsellors who use "sexual orientation change efforts" on clients under 18 would be engaging in … [Read more...] about California Conversion Therapy Law Blocked As Against First Amendment
Who Said Fruit Juice Was Healthy?
Hey there Guys. Today I read in the online news an article that foods commonly thought of as "healthy" may indeed be the opposite. While I don't agree with the whole article their discussion on the dubious health benefits of fruit juice are true. a recent article in the Journal Of Human Nutrition And Dietetics evaluated the nutrient density of apple juice as similar to that of … [Read more...] about Who Said Fruit Juice Was Healthy?
A Story For World AIDS Day 2012
Hey there Guys. This year for World AIDS Day I wanted to create something a little different. For the past few years I have shared videos that talk about the many issues that people living with HIV are currently facing. Today I wanted to take a slightly different tact. Don't get me wrong, HIV is still a huge global issue. Nations in Africa are still being devastated by … [Read more...] about A Story For World AIDS Day 2012
Grapefruit Can Interact With Many Medications
Hey there Guys. Just had a memo land on my desk about important interactions that can occur between grapefruit and many medications. Grapefruit is quite a popular fruit with many health advocates suggesting adding it to the diet. While I am certainly a fan of it's tart flavour it's important to remember it can interact with many medications. As noted in the medical … [Read more...] about Grapefruit Can Interact With Many Medications
Do You Have A Good Family Doctor Or GP?
Hey there Guys. Today I wanted to have a brief chat about the importance of having a good family doctor or GP. When it comes to well being and health promotion medicine has been slow to pick up the importance of prevention and holistic care. One area of medicine that is currently leading the push to encourage and enable patients to take control of health is family medicine … [Read more...] about Do You Have A Good Family Doctor Or GP?