The term Schizophrenia was coined in 1908 by Dr. Eugen Bleuler, and comes from a combination of the Latin words “skhizein” (to split), and “phren” denoting mind. However, due to the stigma that this word carries, I like to refer … Read More
Alcoholism and Orthomolecular Medicine (S2E1)
If I had to name an affliction that affects the rich, poor, old and young, regardless of educational level or culture, it would be alcoholism. Despite there being public awareness around the substance that many of us use, there is … Read More
Episode 35: Niacin, Bill Wilson and Abram Hoffer
Niacin, also known as “Vitamin B3” was given it’s “B-3” moniker by none other than Bill Wilson, who was the founder of Alcoholics Anonymous. Bill W. was a patient of Dr. Abram Hoffer, who along with Linus Pauling, were the … Read More