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Show 1486: Why RICE Was Wrong: Healing Faster from Sprains and Strains
RICE–rest, ice, compress, elevate–is standard advice for an injury. Research shows injuries healing faster with low-load, long-duration isometrics.
Pelacarsen Failure: Heart Drug Lowers Lp(a) but NOT Heart Attacks
Cardiologists are stunned by the Pelacarsen Failure: Lp(a) plunged, but heart attacks, strokes and deaths did NOT. A bombshell disappointment
Will Low-Carb Diets Boost Liver Health?
Studies show better blood sugar control when people with diabetes follow low-carb diets. This approach also reduces liver fat.
What Is the Best Time to Eat?
A very small study suggests that morning to midday is the best time to eat for better metabolism and lower blood pressure. Other studies support this approach.
COVID Is Surging Again: Readers Sound Off on Vaccines and Risk
As COVID is surging again, readers debate vaccines, masks, repeat infections and cleaner indoor air. You will want to read their comments!
Will Boosting Your Step Count Save Your Life?
A study of American adults shows that people who manage a step count of at least 8,000 a day have a lower chance of dying in the next decade.
Why Drug Benefits and Harms Cannot Be Untangled
Adverse effects are often treated like fine print, but they may be the most important consideration in weighing drug benefits and harms.
Is Listerine a First Aid Kit in a Bottle?
Listerine has long been used for a large number of surprisingly varied problems, especially skin conditions.
Pepto-Bismol Drug Interactions: Which Pepto Are You Taking?
Beware Pepto-Bismol Drug Interactions! They can cause trouble with blood thinners. But not every Pepto product contains the same drug.
Duloxetine (Cymbalta) Side Effects & Withdrawal: Still a Problem!
People taking Duloxetine (Cymbalta) or other another antidepressant may face side effects and difficult withdrawal when they try to stop.
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