by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Jun 21, 2015 | Deaths of Famous People
If you were a heart surgeon, would you operate on this patient? • He is 97 years old • He will certainly die in the next few days if you do not operate • He invented the surgical procedure that he now needs, more than 40 years ago • He did research that has saved...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Jun 14, 2015 | Fitness
The old guideline recommending 30 minutes of exercise three times a week just isn’t enough, according to the latest research. Athletes know that they need to work out every day, and all people who just want to stay healthy can benefit from the same type of...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Jun 14, 2015 | Deaths of Famous People
Al Oerter won the gold medal in the discus throw in four consecutive Olympics over a span of 16 years. Each time he: • was not the favorite to win, • was beaten by another American in the Olympic trials, • beat the world-record holder and broke the Olympic record for...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Jun 7, 2015 | Nutrition
The European Food Safety Authority has just released a 120-page report reviewing the health benefits and risks of coffee and advises against drinking more than four cups of coffee per day. The U.S 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee recommends close to the same...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Jun 7, 2015 | Deaths of Famous People
On May 31, Secretary of State John Kerry fell while cycling in France and broke his right femur (upper leg bone). He was riding slowly on level ground and struck a curb with the front wheel of his bicycle. His long history of competing in sports means that he probably...
