Michael Greger, M.D.

Nitric oxide from vegetable nitrates, from greens, for instance, not only improves oxygen efficiency, but also oxygen delivery by vasodilation of blood vessels—that is, by opening up our arteries so there’s more blood flow. bit.ly/3joxk0V

A micromort as a unit of comparing and communicating risk to patients equivalent to a one in a million chance of dying. see.nf/3Sxjdd5

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A typical Westernized diet can cause gut dysbiosis, an imbalance in our gut bacteria, which can lead to inflammation and a leaky gut, allowing tiny bits of undigested food, microbes, and toxins to enter into our bloodstream. see.nf/leaky

We can raise BDNF levels in our brain by fasting and exercising, as well as by eating and avoiding certain foods. see.nf/4n3LiGP

Turmeric may work better than drugs and pain killers for treating knee osteoarthritis. bit.ly/2zRKKkR

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of the common plant purslane in the treatment of oral lichen planus. see.nf/4jnyngV

We may even be able to experience some of the benefits of berries the day after eating them. bit.ly/2H2BOb6

Caloric restriction can boost levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which is considered to play a critical role in mood disorders. see.nf/3HIx0eK

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Do vegetarian children grow to be as tall as non-vegetarian kids? see.nf/3Y8aGR7

Dark-green leafy vegetables, including kale, collards, and arugula, are packed with the antioxidant lutein. A major carotenoid, lutein is concentrated in our brain and our eyes. bit.ly/3hzQkZQ

Exercise is so important that NOT walking an hour a day is considered a “high-risk” behavior. bit.ly/2BsKqJP

Benefits of blueberries for blood pressure may be blocked by dairy. see.nf/4chqYfo

Walnuts, almonds, and hazelnuts are put to the test for erectile and sexual function, sperm count, and semen quality. see.nf/43NOH3Z

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Smoking cannabis may help with symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the short term, but it may make the long-term prognosis worse. see.nf/3FRiKzR

The reason Americans aren’t getting enough nutrients from fruits and vegetables is not because they aren’t eating enough produce. see.nf/3S1nt4c

Women with breast cancer should include the “liberal culinary use of cruciferous vegetables.” see.nf/4kHtzn3