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45 Claims That Don't Hold Up
About The Author
Dr. Jeffrey E. Sterling, MD, MPH is a physician, public health strategist, and a recognized voice in health education. Through platforms like #AskSterlingMD and #StraightNoChaserHealth, he has spent more than three decades helping people make sense of complex health information in a way that is clear, practical, and grounded in real-world experience.
His work spans clinical care, global health initiatives, and large-scale public health programs focused on improving outcomes in underserved communities. As founder and CEO of SIMPCO, he continues to develop strategies that prioritize education, access, and culturally informed care.
Across every platform, Dr. Sterling’s focus remains consistent: helping people understand their health without confusion, fear, or unnecessary complexity.
About The Book
We live in a time where health advice is everywhere, but clarity is not. From viral trends and quick fixes to long-standing beliefs passed through families and communities, it can be difficult to separate what’s accurate from what simply sounds convincing.
Myth vs Medicine takes a closer look at 45 widely accepted health claims and examines them through an evidence-based lens.
Drawing from decades of clinical and public health experience, Dr. Sterling explains not only what’s inaccurate, but why these ideas persist and what actually matters when it comes to making informed decisions about your health.
No jargon. No fear-based messaging. Just clear, grounded explanations designed to help readers think more critically about the information they encounter every day.
Sarah L. Pilot
Chief Branding Producer
Dr. Sterling has a rare gift — the ability to make complex medical science feel approachable, relevant, and even empowering. Myth vs Medicine is the health book I wish I’d had years ago.
Sarah L. Pilot
Chief Branding Producer
Finally, a book that respects both the science and the patient. Dr. Sterling doesn’t talk down to you — he gives you the truth in a way that actually sticks. I’ve already recommended this to my entire family
Sarah L. Pilot
Chief Branding Producer
As a community health educator, I see the damage health misinformation does every day. Myth vs Medicine is a powerful antidote — evidence-based, culturally aware, and refreshingly honest
Sarah L. Pilot
Chief Branding Producer
I’ve followed #AskSterlingMD for years, and this book delivers everything his platform promises: straight talk, no shame, no jargon. It’s exactly what healthcare communication should look like.
Myth vs Medicine:
45 Claims That Don’t Hold Up
In a world full of wellness trends, viral hacks, detox teas, supplement stacks, and “one-weird-trick” solutions, it’s harder than ever to know what’s real.
