The People's Perspective on Medicine
How Dangerous Are High Vitamin B12 Levels?
Many people are low in vitamin B12. Symptoms can include fatigue and forgetfulness. What could be behind high vitamin B12 levels?
Have You Tried Elderberry to Ease Your Cold Symptoms?
Elderberry rob. a homemade concentrate of berries and spices, is used as a type of hot toddy to ease cold symptoms. Have you tried it?
How Do Herbs Interact with Each Other?
Scientists know that herbs can interact with drugs. They have not done many studies on herb interactions with other herbs.
Does Chocolate Really Help Your Heart?
A Danish study found that people who eat chocolate are less likely to have atrial fibrillation. Does chocolate really help prevent Afib?
Will Vitamin D Supplements Really Protect You from Colds?
If your vitamin D blood level is low, taking supplements could help protect you against catching colds or the flu during the winter season.
Are There Natural Remedies for Constipation?
A number of natural remedies for constipation work well. They include eating two kiwifruit or a pumpkin-bran muffin daily.
Women Who Eat Mediterranean Diets Improve Pregnancy Outcomes
Women following a Mediterranean type eating pattern around the time of conception and during pregnancy have better pregnancy outcomes.
Walnuts are Good for Heart Health!
Many physicians prescribe drugs to lower LDL cholesterol and inflammation. Walnuts are also good at lowering cholesterol and inflammation.
Could a Daily Multivitamin Help You Stay Sharp?
The COSMOS-MInd study show that seniors taking a daily multivitamin are more likely to stay sharp. A high-veggie diet might also help.
Can Taking a Probiotic Product Help You Sleep Better?
A reader found that taking a probiotic product for better digestion also improved sleep. Studies support this observation.
Are There Helpful Home Remedies for Eczema?
Readers have recommended home remedies for eczema. Which ones have you tried for treating atopic dermatitis?
Caffeine Consumption Cuts Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Caffeine consumption reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. We see this benefit in numerous studies of coffee drinkers.
What Are the Natural Remedies for Gout?
Natural remedies for gout, such as tart cherries, celery seed or a DASH diet, can significantly ease the suffering that a person experiences.
How to Use Soap in Bed for Nighttime Leg Cramps
To see whether soap in bed will protect you from leg cramps at night, unwrap a bar and put it under the bottom sheet or apply liquid soap.
People with Diabetes Do Better on Low-Carb Diets
Studies from Denmark show better blood sugar control when people with diabetes follow low-carb diets. They also have less fatty livers.
Will Cannabis Cream Really Ease Neuropathy?
There is too little research on cannabis cream for nerve pain to know for sure that it will help. However, the studies that have been done suggests that is possible for some–not all–patients.
Is There Any Science to Support Glucosamine for Arthritis?
Glucosamine for arthritis is a controversial dietary supplement. Some people say it works. Others say it's worthless. What do studies show?
Will Elderberry Extract Help You Recover from Flu?
Elderberry extract has antiviral activity in laboratory tests, but there are too few good clinical trials to show if it works for the flu.
Show 1298: The Health Benefits of Tart Cherries (Archive)
This week we interview two scientists who describe the benefits of tart cherries for mental alertness and physical stamina.
Give the Best Gift This Holiday: Better Health for 2023!
Would you like to avoid last minute shopping for family and friends? How about something really meaningful? Give the best gift: the gift of good health!
Too Little Vitamin D Could Be Deadly
People with too little vitamin D in their bloodstreams were more likely to die early. Vitamin D scarcity carries many other risks as well.
Do People Who Skip Meat Have a Lower Chance of Cancer?
People who skip meat in favor of fish, dairy or vegetable protein seem less likely to develop cancer of the breast, prostate or colon.
Listerine, Vicks & Vinegar Curing Nail Fungus
Common drugstore items like Vicks and Listerine are the key ingredients to home remedies that may prove helpful for getting rid of nasty nail fungus.
What Natural Remedies Could Help Neuropathy?
Neuropathy can make it more difficult to walk well. If you can't feel your feet, it is hard to find your balance. What can help neuropathy?
Show 1322: Herbs for Healing and Optimal Wellness
How can you use herbs for healing? In the interviews, our guest experts describe how plant compounds work in the body.
Does Acupuncture Safely Relieve Back Pain During Pregnancy?
Meta-analyses suggest that acupuncture relieves lower back and pelvic pain during pregnancy as well as cancer-related pain.
Will the Gin and Raisin Remedy Help Hip and Knee Pain?
We have been writing about the gin and raisin remedy for decades. It amazes us how much relief some people get from their knee and hip pain.
Do You Take Olive Oil for Your Blood Pressure?
Could extra virgin olive oil rich in plant phenols be a key to the benefits of the Mediterranean diet? Perhaps we should all take olive oil.
Spicy Supplement Solves Pain Problem
As people age and develop aches and pains, they look for relief. The spicy supplement turmeric (curcumin) helps some.
Are You Wasting Money On Supplements Against Heart Disease?
A new study suggests that Americans are wasting money on supplements to fight heart disease. How compelling are the data? Get the inside scoop
Will Adequate Magnesium Keep Your Heart Healthy?
A long-term study of atherosclerosis revealed that adequate magnesium is critical for good heart health. A supplement could help.
Can N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) Help Cancer Patient?
N-acetylcysteine is both a medicine and a dietary supplement that protects liver, lungs and kidneys from damage.
Supplements to Help Ease Diabetic Neuropathy
Certain supplements such as benfotiamine and alpha lipoic acid may help ease diabetic neuropathy. Topical capsaicin could also relieve pain.