The People's Perspective on Medicine
Can You Stop Being Tired All the Time?
When people with thyroid problems feel tired all the time, they may benefit from T3 as well as T4 replacement. Trouble converting from T4 to T3 is now recognized as a possible contributor.
Craving Ice Like an Addict Signals Serious Health Problem
Unusual cravings, whether for ice, cornstarch, clay or even popcorn, can be the result of a mineral deficiency. This type of craving is often called "pica."
Omeprazole and Metformin Combined to Cause Vitamin B12 Deficiency
A common drug combination, metformin for diabetes and an acid-suppressing drug for heartburn, can cause vitamin B12 deficiency.
Drugs for GERD Can Deplete the Body of Crucial Vitamin B12
You may not know it, but common over the counter acid suppressing drugs can interfere with the body's absorption of Vitamin B12, leading eventually to a deficiency.
Ice Addiction Leads to Hospitalization
A craving for unusual foods such as an ice addiction could be a warning of an underlying medical problem like anemia or zinc deficiency.
