Category Archives: developmental systems

Genetically Modified Organisms and Health: the scientific basis for real concern


For a pdf version with references, click here. by Nathan Daley, MD, MPH. OMG, GMOs! You might ask, “why all the fuss about agricultural genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?” After all, regulatory agencies have approved these technologies for widespread application and … Continue reading

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Digitally Engineered Disease: the content of discontent


Digitally Engineered Disease: the content of discontent Nathan Daley, MD, MPH *see “articles and media” section for pdf version with references. A Not-So-Hidden Health Threat There is an already pervasive and rapidly expanding force of disease that no doubt affects … Continue reading

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Optimal Foraging at the Salad Bar: the perceptual language of food, rocks, sunsets, and skydiving


Nathan Daley MD MPH Evan, one of my patients, recently experienced unintentional hypnosis as we discussed nutrition. I explained to him the physiological effects of high glycemic foods and related these effects to experiences (or symptoms) of fatigue, impaired focus, … Continue reading

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