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Dr. Gabe M. Medical Doctor

Annapolis, Maryland
A practicing physician for more than 40 years and a radio talk show host for 25, Dr. Mirkin is a... Full Bio
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Will avoiding dietary sugar prolong life?

Nobody has yet shown any way to extend the life span of humans. However, both exercise and calorie restriction (with adequate nutrients) have been...

Just Getting Old Does Not Cause Diabetes

A study from the University of Pittsburgh shows that the marked increase in diabetes in older people is caused by obesity and lack of exercise, not...

No Evidence Cycling Weakens Bones

No data exists in the scientific literature showing that any type of exercise weakens bones. Bone growth depends on the forces exerted on them by...

Fasting Does Not Increase Endurance

Some people think (incorrectly) that fasting before a race or competition will increase their endurance. Fasting weakens and tires you. How long...

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - a new explanation

Sixty-seven percent of 101 patients diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) were found to be infected with a retrovirus called XMRV ( Science,...
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