Dr Bob DeMaria

About Dr Bob DeMaria

Dr. Robert DeMaria is a catalyst for health and well-being. As owner of the Drugless Doctor brands, Dr. Bob’s techniques have restored optimal health to thousands of patients without the need for prescription medication. His research and daily experiences can be seen throughout his seven books, including the bestseller, “Dr. Bob’s Drugless Guide to Balancing Female Hormones”. Dr. Bob has consulted for FedEx, VitaMix, and other national brands, and appeared on multiple media portals including ABC Family, TBN, Fox 8 Cleveland, and WFAN NYC. An avid fan of social media, connect with Dr. Bob on Twitter, @DruglessDoctor and see what he’s eating on Facebook, Dr. Bob The Drugless Doctor.

Fluid Retention— Dropsy (Kidney Failure)

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And behold, there was a certain man before Him who had dropsy. …And He…healed him, and let him go. —Luke 14:2,4 Dropsy—fluid retention, swelling, edema, and swollen ankles—is the result of a toxic liver. Increasing protein consumption can also relieve the body of extra fluid. TODAY’S TIP: Avoid white potatoes, which are a nightshade vegetable [...]

Dead Sea Clay

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And Lot lifted his eyes and saw all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere…like the garden of the Lord…. —Genesis 13:10 TODAY’S TIP: The Dead Sea contains minerals that can purify and detox your system. Apply Dead Sea mud and clay masks to cleanse your skin of toxins and acne. Alternatively, [...]

Protect Yourself from Worldwide Pollution

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…Because the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of corruption in the glorious liberty of the children of God. For we know that the whole creation groans and labors with birth pangs together until now. —Romans 8:21-22 We live in a polluted world and creation groans for the return of Jesus so [...]

A Walk by the Sea

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Again, departing from the region of Tyre and Sidon, He came through the midst of the region of Decapolis to the Sea of Galilee. —Mark 7:31 Walking by a saltwater sea or a fresh body of water is beneficial for body cleansing. Ocean waves can create a negative ion charge. This promotes health and healing. [...]

What Do I Eat and Drink?

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Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? —Matthew 6:26 TODAY’S TIP: Keep your diet simple and pure. Eat foods that decay and spoil—foods that need to be consumed in a few [...]

So Many Choices

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A righteous man who falters before the wicked is like a murky spring and a polluted well. —Proverbs 25:26 We have many choices when it comes to water. Always check the purity of your water. Spring water may contain high levels of contaminants. TODAY’S TIP: Do not drink water that tastes, smells, or looks particulate. [...]

Drink Water Only

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Wine makes you mean, beer makes you quarrelsome—a staggering drunk is not much fun. —Proverbs 20:1 The Message Water is essential to promote a quality life. Consuming alcohol creates additional stress on an already overworked liver. TODAY’S TIP: Your liver is your recycle organ; keep it pure by drinking pure water. Get Dr. Bob’s Guide [...]

Stop Kidney Stones

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Most people who suffer with kidney stones made of calcium oxalate (the most common kind) excrete too much calcium in their urine. A new study has shown that eating less animal protein and using less salt works far better than cutting back on calcium. TODAY’S TIP: Limit your daily animal protein to 50 grams or [...]

A Cup of Cold Water

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And whoever gives one of these little ones only a cup of cold water in the name of a disciple, assuredly, I say to you, he shall by no means lose his reward. —Matthew 10:42 Water purifies the body and is a satisfying thirst quencher. Beware of sugary soft drinks and fruit juices. One twelve-ounce [...]

What is Your Water Source?

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Now Jacob’s well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied from His journey, sat thus by the well…. —John 4:6 If you have challenging health conditions, test your water sources. Some people believe well water is pure, but herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers have often contaminated our water tables and wells. TODAY’S TIP: Test your drinking water [...]