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Excessive Flatulence Creates Challenges

Have you ever passed gas? Of course you have! Everyone does. But some people experience excessive flatulence. Gum or meds could be the cause!

Joe Graedon - January 5, 2026

When Treating Hyperthyroidism Results in Too Little Thyroid Hormone

Joe Graedon - December 29, 2025

Aspirin and Cancer: The Overlooked Protection Hiding in Plain Sight

Joe Graedon - December 29, 2025

Do Statins Affect Memory or Scramble Your Brain?

Joe Graedon - December 29, 2025

Our Top 10 Articles of 2025: The People’s Pharmacy Year in Review

Joe Graedon - December 25, 2025

The Miracle of Metformin Against Diabetes, Cancer and Dementia

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Joe Graedon - December 25, 2025

Wegovy Shots vs. Wegovy Pills for Weight Loss and Heart Protection

Wegovy pills (oral semaglutide) work for weight loss. Rybelsus is also a pill and it contains semaglutide. Can you shed pounds on Rybelsus?

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Joe Graedon - December 22, 2025

Losartan Side Effects: Tremor and Unbearable Dry Eyes

A number of medications can cause unpleasantly dry eyes as a side effect of taking the drug. One reader reports this with the blood pressure pill losartan.