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A person is shown with pain on their face. They have one hand over their heart and the other just below it as if they are suffering from chest pain. Subtly, overlaying the persons chest is an image of what is below the skin, blood vessels, bones, etc.

When it comes to our health and nutrition, we tend to always worry most about what we’re not getting ENOUGH of when what is killing us is what we’re getting TOO MUCH of.

Deadly Nutrition: The REAL Dietary Killers | Dr. Michael Greger

The image shows a close-up of a person’s arms. They are being restrained with handcuffs.

Is a vegan diet child abuse? Where is the line between parents’ dietary practices and the government’s duty to protect minors? Following the hospitalization of a vegan child, a bill in Italy aims to make veganism a criminal offense.

The Crime Of Raising Vegan Kids | When Diet Is Deadly

The image is made up of four overlapping parts. At the top left, in large white lettering are the words “Doctor Reacts!”. Below this is a photograph of Dr, Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org. To the right of this image, is one of Furious Pete, creator of extreme eating and motivational fitness videos, at a hotdog eating completion. He is surrounded by hotdogs, has chewed hotdogs coming out of his mouth and down his shirt and has a fistfuls of hotdogs in his left hand and a small gold “winners” cup in his right. The final image, towards the righthand edge is Mike Chang creator of “Six pack shortcuts”. He is showing his toned physique in the process of doing sit-ups.

Furious Pete, Six Pack Shortcuts & countless other YouTube fitness channels dole out nutrition advice. How would a medical doctor trained in clinical nutrition react to them? It’s time to find out. In this video, Dr. Michael Greger reacts

Medical Doctor Reacts to YouTube Fitness Nutrition ‘Experts’

Against a dark background a white egg is shown balancing upon its end. The side of the egg has a small, open crack in it, near the top. Out of this crack a beam of bright light is seen to be streaming across and out of frame to the left.

A shocking expose on the deep corruption, shameless lies, and illegal activities of the egg Industry in the United States. You won’t believe the lengths the American Egg Board, USDA, and egg industry as a whole will go to for a profit.

The Great Egg Conspiracy: Lies, Corruption & Kevin Bacon

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  • A man is shown with a grimace of pain on his face. He is wearing a surgical gown and is bent forward. A second man, dressed as a doctor in surgical gloves is behind him. His left arm is out of sight; hidden by the body of the first man.

    Get Pissed About Your Prostate!

    Prostate enlargement and cancer risk are seen as inevitable aspects of aging, with treatments ranging from medication to invasive and debilitating surgery. But what if these conditions could be prevented and even reversed?

    Read more about Get Pissed About Your Prostate!
  • A carton of soy milk is shown along side a tankard of foaming beer. Between the two are the words Soy versus Beer.

    Soy Vs Beer: Which Promotes Estrogen More?

    Many men cite soy’s estrogen-promoting effects as a reason not to go vegan, with concerns of lowered testosterone, gynecomastia, and hormonal imbalance. But does soy really have a detrimental impact on men’s health?

    Read more about Soy Vs Beer: Which Promotes Estrogen More?
  • A group of cows scattered across a lush green hillside sloping downwards into a vibrant blue ocean, the visual embodiment of idealized animal agriculture and human practices.

    The Best We Have To Offer? | How Ireland Exposes “Humane” Farming

    Most people are against factory farming—but what about grass-fed, free-range, humane? Nowhere is animal agriculture more idealized than the rolling green landscape of Ireland. Let’s take a close look at the very best we have to offer and see if the ideals live up to their promise.

    Read more about The Best We Have To Offer? | How Ireland Exposes “Humane” Farming
  • The image shows a close-up of a person’s arms. They are being restrained with handcuffs.

    The Crime Of Raising Vegan Kids | When Diet Is Deadly

    Is a vegan diet child abuse? Where is the line between parents’ dietary practices and the government’s duty to protect minors? Following the hospitalization of a vegan child, a bill in Italy aims to make veganism a criminal offense.

    Read more about The Crime Of Raising Vegan Kids | When Diet Is Deadly
  • The image has a dark background with a large ECG heart trace, in white with a red glow, running across it. On the right, in front of the trace is what appears to be a naked man. He is facing slightly to the left of the camera and is shown from his shoulders to his calves. The man is holding a sign, to cover his modesty. The sign has black and white “warning” stripes top and bottom with the words “Out of service” clearly written across the center.

    Erectile Dysfunction: The Deadly Lie & Simple Cure

    The treatment of erectile dysfunction is a booming business with billion dollar profits—great for the bottom line, but deadly for patients as symptom-focused quick fixes replace any discussion of prevention, cause or a lasting cure.

    Read more about Erectile Dysfunction: The Deadly Lie & Simple Cure
  • A man is shown from his chin to his waist. He is holding open the white shirt he is wearing, exposing his chest. Across the center of his chest, apparently rendered in chest hair, is a large capital letter T.

    Testosterone Boosting Tips & Myths | Dr. Greger

    Is your diet and lifestyle tanking your testosterone? How does food affect hormones? Is your exercise routine hurting or helping? What if the solutions you’ve been sold are the source of the problem? We discuss testosterone boosting tips backed by hard medical science.

    Read more about Testosterone Boosting Tips & Myths | Dr. Greger
  • Two partial images are shown, separated by a vertical red line. The left-hand image shows a selection of vegan food upon a metal food tray. There is an apple, a sandwich, a colorful salad and a selection of dried fruits and nuts. In the second image, a second food tray is shown. It contains a carton of milk, seven chicken nuggets with dipping sauce, a cookie and a fork.

    Are School Lunches Killing Our Kids? | Lila’s Fight

    Why are school serving kids lethal lunches while refusing to offer healthy alternatives? 14-year-old vegan activist Lila Copeland speaks about her taking on the school board and the fight for kids’ right to health.

    Read more about Are School Lunches Killing Our Kids? | Lila’s Fight
  • A young child is shown to the left. The child is facing forwards, but their eyes are turned to their right. Around the child’s neck is a white sign with 0402 in black lettering upon it. Overlaying the image of the child, centrally placed, are several heavily obscured words in white. It is possible to make out the words “Get” and “Milk” but others are too heavily obscured to be read. Below and visible in smaller letters is Milklife.com. The obscuration is caused by the placement of the word “Banned” which is written in large red and yellow letters and runs diagonally across the words in white.

    BANNED Commercial! – Milk Vs Almond Milk

    You won’t believe this! See the newly recovered BANNED footage from Milk Life’s “Dairy Milk Vs. Almond Milk Spelling Bee” commercial. Find out what they didn’t want you to see, and hear the commercial’s director have a total meltdown!

    Read more about BANNED Commercial! – Milk Vs Almond Milk
  • The N-WORDS Meat Eaters Use

    What are the N-Words meat-eaters use when defending their diet? A team of researchers produced the first empirical study of meat-consumption rationalizations and justifications. Nothing brings out the nasty side of human nature like dietary debate.

    Read more about The N-WORDS Meat Eaters Use
  • Vegan athlete and bodybuilder Crissi Carvalho is shown twice, once on stage, posing, and once from a photoshoot. On the left on large white letters are the words “Hi-carb vegan takes Arnold classic”

    Vegan Fitness Model Wins Arnold Classic At 42!!

    In the protein-crazy, youth-dominated world of bodybuilding, high-carb vegan competitor Crissi Carvalho is proving that not only can vegans build and maintain muscle, but they can also do so in a manner that’s sustainable and healthy.

    Read more about Vegan Fitness Model Wins Arnold Classic At 42!!
  • The image is made up of four overlapping parts. At the top left, in large white lettering are the words “Doctor Reacts!”. Below this is a photograph of Dr, Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org. To the right of this image, is one of Furious Pete, creator of extreme eating and motivational fitness videos, at a hotdog eating completion. He is surrounded by hotdogs, has chewed hotdogs coming out of his mouth and down his shirt and has a fistfuls of hotdogs in his left hand and a small gold “winners” cup in his right. The final image, towards the righthand edge is Mike Chang creator of “Six pack shortcuts”. He is showing his toned physique in the process of doing sit-ups.

    Medical Doctor Reacts to YouTube Fitness Nutrition ‘Experts’

    Furious Pete, Six Pack Shortcuts & countless other YouTube fitness channels dole out nutrition advice. How would a medical doctor trained in clinical nutrition react to them? It’s time to find out. In this video, Dr. Michael Greger reacts

    Read more about Medical Doctor Reacts to YouTube Fitness Nutrition ‘Experts’
  • The image is split into three and shows the same close up of the same person each time. The last image has the WatchMojo YouTube logo overlaid upon it.

    WatchMojo Debunks Veganism!

    The giant YouTube channel WatchMojo recently demonstrated how to make a video about “5 Facts About Veganism” that subversively gives the vegan movement a kick in its collective gonads! Think being vegan is healthy?

    Read more about WatchMojo Debunks Veganism!
  • A close up of a hen is shown from the base of the neck up. The mouth is slightly open; the hen’s expression, if it were on a human, would said to be one of surprize.

    Can Vegans Eat Eggs From Backyard Chickens? VEGGANS?!

    Is it okay to eat eggs from backyard or rescued chickens? If chickens are well cared for, what’s the harm in eating their eggs? A new dietary group called “Veggans” believes that eating eggs can be ethical and healthy.

    Read more about Can Vegans Eat Eggs From Backyard Chickens? VEGGANS?!
  • A person is shown in close up. They are wearing a white lab coat and a have a stethoscope around their necks. The are looking hard to one side whilst facing forward. A large self-adhesive plaster is fixed across their mouth, sealing it closed.

    Why Your Doctor Is Lying To You | Dr. Michael Greger

    Is your doctor telling you the whole truth about what’s best for your health? How much do medical doctors actually know about preventing diseases rather than just treating them?

    Read more about Why Your Doctor Is Lying To You | Dr. Michael Greger
  • Defensive lineman David Carter is shown in training skimming past a tackle dummy. In a lower left inset the words “The 300 pound Vegan” are displayed.

    300 lb VEGAN NFL Football Player?! | David Carter Interview

    Defensive lineman David Carter was a meat-eating, milk-guzzling, BBQ-loving football player. About the furthest from vegan you could find. Then he saw a documentary and everything changed.

    Read more about 300 lb VEGAN NFL Football Player?! | David Carter Interview
  • The image shows a close-up of the soles of a person’s feet. They are laying on their back, covered by a sheet. A toe tag is attached to one of their feet.

    How NOT To DIE: Foods That Add Years | Dr. Michael Greger

    What are the leading causes of preventable death? Which foods are scientifically proven to prevent and reverse disease? Are diet and exercise enough? Can diabetics eat fruit? What’s the connection between diet and mental health?

    Read more about How NOT To DIE: Foods That Add Years | Dr. Michael Greger
  • A graphical image of a person on Victorian dress is seen holding up a blue bottle with “XXX” written upon it. They are pointing at the bottle with a cane and appears to be proclaiming its benefits.

    The Dangers of Vegan Health Claims | Matt Ruscigno Returns

    Are vegan health claims dangerous to the overall vegan message? In this follow-up to my last interview with Registered Dietitian Matt Ruscigno, we discuss the often exaggerated claims about the health benefits of a vegan diet.

    Read more about The Dangers of Vegan Health Claims | Matt Ruscigno Returns
  • Pro Bodybuilder Torre Washington is shown twice. On the left he is on stage in a bodybuilding pose. The solid muscles of his torso and arms on display. On the right, he is in the gym, his arms curled showing highly defined and sculptured arm muscles.

    He Doesn’t Track PROTEIN?! |Vegan Pro Bodybuilder Torre Washington

    Protein is a major concern for most bodybuilders and, judging by the amount of times we’re asked about it, one would assume most vegans. So a vegan bodybuilder who doesn’t even track his protein is quite an anomaly.

    Read more about He Doesn’t Track PROTEIN?! |Vegan Pro Bodybuilder Torre Washington
  • Overlaid over an image of “God Touching Adam” from the Sistine Chapel ceiling are the words “History of veganism part 3”.

    Vegans In The Renaissance | The History of Veganism Part Three

    The Renaissance was a time of innovation and revolution within art, architecture, politics, science, astronomy, literature, and—veganism? Learn how the rise of humanistic individuality led to the acknowledgement of non-humans as individuals as well.

    Read more about Vegans In The Renaissance | The History of Veganism Part Three
  • A person is shown squirting tomato sauce on to two slabs of tofu, piled one on top of the within a small food tray.

    False Vegan Health Claims & Simplifying Nutrition | Matt Ruscigno

    Are vegan health claims exaggerated? Can you be just as healthy eating animal products? And what’s the “best” way to eat vegan? In this video, Registered Dietitian Matt Ruscigno shares his unique approach to vegan sports nutrition

    Read more about False Vegan Health Claims & Simplifying Nutrition | Matt Ruscigno
  • Against a dark background a white egg is shown balancing upon its end. The side of the egg has a small, open crack in it, near the top. Out of this crack a beam of bright light is seen to be streaming across and out of frame to the left.

    The Great Egg Conspiracy: Lies, Corruption & Kevin Bacon

    A shocking expose on the deep corruption, shameless lies, and illegal activities of the egg Industry in the United States. You won’t believe the lengths the American Egg Board, USDA, and egg industry as a whole will go to for a profit.

    Read more about The Great Egg Conspiracy: Lies, Corruption & Kevin Bacon
  • A person is shown with pain on their face. They have one hand over their heart and the other just below it as if they are suffering from chest pain. Subtly, overlaying the persons chest is an image of what is below the skin, blood vessels, bones, etc.

    Deadly Nutrition: The REAL Dietary Killers | Dr. Michael Greger

    When it comes to our health and nutrition, we tend to always worry most about what we’re not getting ENOUGH of when what is killing us is what we’re getting TOO MUCH of.

    Read more about Deadly Nutrition: The REAL Dietary Killers | Dr. Michael Greger
  • Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown sat on a bed with her beloved bulldog, Ooby, next to her. She is reading from an iPad. Ooby has a thought bubble above his head with an ice cream cone in it. To the left in large letters are the words: “Worried parents and more. Q and A”.

    Resisting Non-Vegan Temptations, Worried Parents & Bonus! | Q&A

    Today we talk about how to deal with non-vegan food temptations as well as how to deal with concerned or unsupportive parents when going vegan at an early age. Plus, you get a fantastically awkward bonus at the end of the video.

    Read more about Resisting Non-Vegan Temptations, Worried Parents & Bonus! | Q&A
  • Vegan body builder Crissi Carvalho is seen in a body building pose showing an incredibly toned body .

    From Cancer Scare to Vegan Fitness Model At 40+!

    When you have a serious health scare, you can take it head on and change your habits, or keep heading towards destruction. Facing ill health in her 30’s Crissi Carvalho turned her life around, went vegan, and became a successful fitness model all in her 40’s!

    Read more about From Cancer Scare to Vegan Fitness Model At 40+!
  • A white and yellow star is shown in the top left-hand corner. The appearance is one rendered in crayon. Across the center of the star are the words “For Kids”. Across the main body of the image, three glass bottles of milk are shown. Each has a simplified, happy face upon the front. One is in blue, one green and one red. Below each face is the word Milk with the fat content in smaller print below: 2% Reduced, 1% Lowfat and Whole Milk.

    Just Say NO To Milk! (For Kids)

    This video is for kids! We’re going to talk about milk. We’ll learn about the cows milk comes from, and why milk isn’t actually good for you. Because kids deserve to know the truth just as much as any adult!

    Read more about Just Say NO To Milk! (For Kids)
  • Body builder Derek Tresize is shown three times. In the last he is along side his wife Marcella Torres, who is also a body builder. In each of the images, Derek is in a bodybuilding pose. In the last image, Derek is back to back with his wife as they both strike a pose.

    From MeatHead to Meat-Free Vegan Bodybuilder | Derek Tresize

    The last person you’d ever expect to go vegan would be the stereotypical “meathead” of the gym: slamming down whey protein, packing in meat, and putting down vegetarians. Yet vegan bodybuilder Derek Tresize was just that guy.

    Read more about From MeatHead to Meat-Free Vegan Bodybuilder | Derek Tresize
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is a bottle of carnitine. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan beloved bulldog, Ooby.

    Carnitine, Carnosine & Creatine, OH MY! | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    Carnitine, creatine, carnosine and taurine aren’t the first concerns new vegans have. They usually come to light after reading articles cautioning would-be vegans of potential nutritional pitfalls. Should vegans be concerned about these nutrients?

    Read more about Carnitine, Carnosine & Creatine, OH MY! | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
  • Anne-Marie Campbell of Meat Free Athlete is shown in a Tai Kwon Do pose.

    Eating Vegan for Athletic Performance | Meat Free Athlete

    Have you ever wondered how a vegan, plant-based diet affects athletic performance? Can athletes maintain demanding training without eating animal products? Anne-Marie Campbell from Meat Free Athlete shares her experience

    Read more about Eating Vegan for Athletic Performance | Meat Free Athlete
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is an image of a translucent human in blue with the thyroid gland highlighted in pink. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan.

    Iodine & Thyroid Health for Vegans | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    Iodine is vital for proper thyroid function in the body. The top sources of iodine are foods from the sea and iodized salt, followed by milk and eggs. So what’s a vegan to do?

    Read more about Iodine & Thyroid Health for Vegans | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is an image of oyster shells. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan falling asleep sat upright.

    Zinc Deficiency & Male Emissions | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    Zinc deficiency is a common concern for people interested in going vegan. Just how difficult is it for vegans to get adequate zinc? Should men be more cautious than women? With the help of Dr. Michael Greger, we look into the role of zinc in the body.

    Read more about Zinc Deficiency & Male Emissions | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
  • Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown filling in a Bingo card. Next to her is an image of a number of colorful bingo balls, one of which is labeled B12. Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the right.

    B12 On A Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    Vitamin B12 is one of the greatest concerns people seem to have when considering a vegan diet. With the help of Dr. Michael Greger, we learn about where B12 comes from and how to get adequate levels as a vegan.

    Read more about B12 On A Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. Next to this image Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan can be seen in a bikini top with dark sunglasses on. On the right is a cartoon sun with a letter D displayed in its center.

    Is A Vegan Diet Vitamin D Deficient? | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    With estimates of around 70% of the population being deficient in vitamin D, we’re apparently not getting the sun exposure and/or dietary intake we need. With the help of Dr. Greger, we learn more about how to ensure adequate vitamin D levels.

    Read more about Is A Vegan Diet Vitamin D Deficient? | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. On the right, Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is seen carrying out an arm curl with a large iron dumbbell.

    Getting Iron In A Vegan Diet

    Vegans are often depicted as pale, weak and anemic due to the lack of meat in our diet. But is iron deficiency really an issue on a plant-based diet? With the help of Dr. Michael Greger, we learn about the difference between heme and non-heme iron.

    Read more about Getting Iron In A Vegan Diet
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is an image of a vibrant lettuce. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan holding a glass of milk.

    Got Calcium? Dairy-Free Vegan Calcium Sources | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    Calcium is strongly associated with dairy so what’s a vegan to do? Does dairy really have bone-protecting properties? In this interview with Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org, we look into vegan calcium sources and the truth behind all the dairy hype.

    Read more about Got Calcium? Dairy-Free Vegan Calcium Sources | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is a bottle of cod liver pills and some cod liver oil tablets. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan wearing a doctors coat, complete with stethoscope entering data into a tablet computer.

    How to Get Your Omega-3 On A Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    We’ve all heard how important omega 3 fatty acids are for our health, a concern which is usually answered with fish oil supplements. So, what is a vegan or would-be vegan to do?

    Read more about How to Get Your Omega-3 On A Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
  • Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is a close-up of a person holding a bowl full of various vegetables. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan she is pointing towards the vegetables.

    Where Do You Get Your PROTEIN on a Vegan Diet? | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

    Protein can be a great concern when considering a vegan diet. Where do you get it? How much is enough?With the help of Dr. Michael Greger, we’ll address this most common nutritional concern for a vegan diet.

    Read more about Where Do You Get Your PROTEIN on a Vegan Diet? | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

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