The nutritional quality of food produced in our modern technocracy is sub-standard in many cases. We cannot get sufficient nutrition from the foods we eat; this is a strong factor in many of our illnesses. Correcting nutritional levels is fundamental to restoring and maintaining wellness. Laboratory test results provide Dr. Richards with nutritional profiles on each patient.

The Epidemic of Thyroid Disorders  [part 1]
Are you fatigued? Unable to lose weight? Have high cholesterol and have been prescribed statin drugs? You may be suffering from a crucial mineral deficiency. more...

Does Obesity Kill?
Do you believe that obesity "kills"? Or, that being overweight increases your health risks? You certainly aren't alone if you do - the current emphasis on controlling obesity, as a way to control "health care costs" is overwhelming. However, I want to call to your attention a study you've probably never heard about. more...

Alli™ — Weight Loss Boon or Health Fraud?
I want to comment on the hype around Alli™, the newest, over-the-counter weight loss product. I couldn't believe it when it sold out all over the country on the first day of its release. I would like to inject some sanity into the conversation. more...

Body Mass Index Invalid
Finally! The studies have been done, and it has been proven that the new American standards forobesity are unscientific and -- in fact -- wrong! more...

Healthy, Permanent Weight Loss - Is It Even Possible?
Ultra Meal™ is a medical food, suitable as a meal replacement or for weight-loss/maintenance programs. Ultra Meal™ has been studied in comparison to over-the-counter products, specifically, Ultra Meal™, and the results are very interesting. more...

High Carbs and CV Disease
Do you struggle with an inability to lose weight? Or, do you suffer from depression, anxiety and mood swings? Are you constantly tired? Do you have food cravings, or are you addicted to caffeine or alcohol? Has you doctor warned you that you are developing diabetes, or that your cholesterol or blood pressure are too high? All of these seemingly unrelated conditions have a common source: the American preoccupation with low fat diets. more...

Holistic Weight Loss for Both Women and Men [and guys have an advantage, which really isn't fair!]
There's a very good reason why diet after diet fails you. Why you can't seem to lose weight and keep it off no matter how hard you try. If you would really love to be one, two, or several dress sizes slimmer, without starving yourself, running to the gym every day, or going on yet another fad diet, then let me reveal why famous, hyped, fad diets and heavily advertised gimmick "magic" products do not work, and exactly what you can do to achieve real lasting weight loss, make real lifestyle change–and enjoy better health, feel more youthful, and have more vibrant energy. more...

Look Great for Summer
Now that the holidays are over and spring is on the way, you may be concerned about fitting into your shorts and swimsuit. I am pleased to announce that we have just the thing to take off those unwanted pounds and, better yet, change your body shape and metabolism. more..