The Good Doctor, Michael Greger

Dr. Greger is my favorite doctor I’ve never met. Unlike most internists (including my own, who is a very smart woman with a practice in what is arguably the best hospital in the world), Dr. Greger keeps up-to-date on the latest nutrition research. He has an uncanny ability to boil it all down into digestible, understandable bites. Sign up for his newsletter and/or browse his website to learn about any food or disease you have questions about. I’ve been resisting the shingles vaccine for years — against the advice of my doctor, my husband, and friends — but Dr. Greger convinced me to get one. That’s how good he is.

Beans are a nutrition super-hero. They are packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, no fat, and are low-calorie. Yet, most of us don’t eat nearly enough of them. Why? According to the research, it’s a misplaced fear of farts. Dr. Greger says, “Get over it.”

Find out if you are already eating Dr. Greger’s Daily Dozen. And learn why if you are not, you should be.

What are Impossible Burgers and Beyond Beef made from? How do they compare nutritionally to beef? Dr. Greger provides the data, so you can decide what to eat when you decide to cut back on, or stop eating beef.

Bacteria in chicken meat is causing UTIs in women. Dr. Greger explains the how and why.

Dr. Greger presents compelling evidence that eating less processed food, more plants, and less fat decreases recurring headaches and migraines.

People considering whether or not to eliminate all meat and dairy from their diets often worry they won’t get enough protein. That’s a myth. If you are living in America, you are probably eating too much protein. What plant-based diets lack is vitamin B12. Dr. Greger explains how much you need and how to make sure you’re getting enough of it.

Good News! What’s good for your health is good for the planet. Dr. Greger explains why. And how the U.S. government’s food policies are jeopardizing public health and contributing to climate change.