Pharmacist Ben Fuchs fills in for Dr. Joel Wallach beginning the show referring to a news article about a study on liver disease. Apparently the death rate from liver cancer has risen by 43%. Ben asserts that death from otner cancers are actually on the decline. Stating that one way to avoid all cancers is to increase the consumption of foods high in antioxidants.

Doug Winfrey and Ben Fuchs discuss a news article about ways to avoid getting skin cancer. Recommending wearing hats and keep skin covered. Also the use of sunscreen on exposed skin. Ben states that once out of the sun wash sunscreen off. Because sunscreens contain very toxic chemicals.

Roy has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Trisha is a type 2 diabetic with kidney disease and is having trouble controlling her blood sugar levels.

Paulette asks Ben's opinion of vaccines.

Brenda is a singer with inflamed vocal cords.

Florence's father is experiencing dementia.

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Dr. Joel Wallach begins the show discussing the "good food" and "bad food" lists. Stating people should stay away from oils, well done meats, processed meats and foods containing gluten. Contending people should be eating nuts, fruits, green leafy vegetables and meats cooked medium rare. Also recommending people do various tests at home to save money. That way if something like diabetes does crop up it won't be on their medical record. Avoiding insurance rate increases because of pre-existing conditions.

Doug Winfrey and Dr. Wallach discuss a news article regarding a research study on high blood pressure. The study followed over 1300 men and women until their deaths. About two thirds were women with a history of high blood pressure. All participants died on average around age 89. Following their deaths autopy results found that some 48% had one ore more brain lesions. Similar to the kind found in those with Alzheimer's disease.

Andre's cat has lost half of it's weight due to chronic diarrhea.

Ken has a dog that has an oozing lesion on it's ear.

Stephanie has questions concerning her fibroids diagnosis.

Darius asks doc to outline why it is important to remain gluten free.

Aarron has chronic diarrhea and spits up blood if he eats ice cream.

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Dr. Joel Wallach begins the show discussing a Time magazine story from 2009 where the headline reads "Exercise Alone Won't Result In Weight Loss". Contending this is correct stating that if people don't eat the right foods and supplement weight gain is inevitable. Stating that with the right program people can lose weight and more importantly keep the weight off.

Doug Winfrey and Dr. Wallach discuss a news article regarding a study of gluten free products. Researchers at the University of Illinois surveyed nearly 7500 people regarding their dietary habits. The people who ate a gluten free diet were tested for levels of arsenic and mercury. Because many of the gluten free products use rice flour. Previous studies have found a link between toxic metals and rice flour via fertilizers, soil and water. Researchers found the gluten free group had twice the levels of arsenic and 70% higher levels of mercury compared to the non-gluten free diet people.

Emma Jean has several health challenges including hyperparathyroidism, hypertension, type 2 diabetes and suffered a stroke.

Marina's brother suffered an ankle injury several months ago and is still experiencing pain.

Angela has questions about asthma and depression.

Robin's dog has been diagnosed with a heart murmur.

Phyllis has been diagnosed with Barrett's Esophagus.

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Dr. Joel Wallach begins the show today discussing the nutrition for children. Stating that most American children are not getting enough nutrients. Because the nutrients are no longer in the foods. Contending most should be on a gluten free diet so they can absorb nutrients.

Doug Winfrey and Dr. Wallach discuss a news article about a new study on toxic chemicals in fast food packaging. Researchers at the Silent Spring Institute tested 400 samples from 27 different fast food chains. Finding that nearly half of the packaging tested contained fluorinated chemicals. These chemicals can leach into the food and have been linked to increased risk of several chronic health challenges including cancer.

Dorothy's grandson has Crohn's disease and his doctor wants to remove part of his colon.

Danielle is 13 weeks pregnant and has concerns about pulmonary embolisms as she had one in previous pregnancy.

Emma is constantly thirsty and Doc has concerns she might have diabetes.

Dave has a friend experiencing chest pains and headaches.

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