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Joe Graedon - September 18, 2025

Can Vitamin B3 (Nicotinamide) Really Help Prevent Skin Cancer?

Could vitamin B3 in the form of nicotinamide prevent basal and squamous skin cancers? A new study in JAMA Dermatology confirms that it can!

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Terry Graedon - September 17, 2025

Is a Green Mediterranean Diet Healthy for Head and Heart?

A green Mediterranean diet relying on plant protein instead of meat or fish lowers LDL cholesterol, blood pressure and insulin resistance.

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Terry Graedon - September 17, 2025

Will Gum Disease Boost Your Risk for Dementia?

Certain bacteria that can cause gum disease are linked to dementia or Alzheimer disease. Flossing and dental care may protect the brain.

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Joe Graedon - September 15, 2025

FDA to Ban Natural Thyroid (Armour, etc): Millions Will Suffer!

The FDA's plan to ban natural thyroid is not just ill advised. It could create chaos for many people who rely on it for hypothyroidism.

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Terry Graedon - September 15, 2025

Will Onion Cough Remedy Help Your Cold?

Onion syrup, made by cooking onions with honey or sugar, is a homemade cough remedy that can help ease a persistent cough.

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Terry Graedon - September 15, 2025

Can NSAIDs for Pain Harm Your Kidneys?

Soldiers who took high doses of NSAIDs for pain were at a small but significantly increased risk of kidney damage. What about you?

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Joe Graedon - September 15, 2025

Searching for a Solution for Stage Fright…Metoprolol, Propranolol?

Some people find that a beta blocker like metoprolol or propranolol offers a good solution for stage fright. Others can't tolerate the drug.

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Terry Graedon - September 15, 2025

How Can You Ease Heartburn Symptoms?

You don't have to take a PPI like omeprazole to ease heartburn symptoms. Other medications and nondrug approaches like baking soda can help.

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Terry Graedon - September 15, 2025

High Doses of Vitamin B6 Could Cause Nerve Damage

High doses of vitamin B6 can lead to neuropathy instead of helping nerve pain heal. Why do these supplements backfire this way?