The People's Perspective on Medicine
Will Vitamin D Supplements Really Protect You from Colds?
Adequate sleep and vitamin D supplements could help boost immunity against colds or the flu during the winter season.
Why Don’t Doctors Prescribe Vitamin C for a Gout Attack?
A diet that has little seafood, red meat, soft drinks or beer and lots of cherries and celery seed may reduce the risk of a gout attack.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Guidelines on Flavanols Can Help Improve Health
People who get 400 to 600 mg of flavanols in their daily diets are less likely to suffer from diabetes or cardiovascular problems.
Could Fat from Fish Be Good for Your Brain?
People with higher blood levels of DHA, an omega-3 fat from fish, had lower levels of amyloid in the brain and less brain shrinkage.
Natural Ways to Get Your Cholesterol Down
Can you get your cholesterol down with natural products? Red yeast rice, turmeric and psyllium may help control lipids.
How to Ease Arthritic Knees with Natural Remedies
NSAIDs can relieve the pain of arthritic knees in the short term, but long-term side effects are discouraging. What about natural approaches?
Can Magnesium Help Your Restless Legs Syndrome?
Doctors can prescribe pills for RLS, but many people would prefer nondrug approaches. How about supplements for your restless legs syndrome?
Will Horse Chestnut Extract Ease Tired Legs?
If varicose veins are giving you tired legs, you might consider compression hose and horse chestnut extract to improve the health of your veins.
Can Magnesium Pills Counteract Recurrent Headaches?
Many people don't get enough magnesium in their daily diets. Correcting that deficiency can help reduce recurrent headaches.
Can Quercetin Control Your Allergy Symptoms?
The plant compound quercetin may be as effective as NasalCrom at preventing allergy symptoms. Some readers like it even better.
Peppermint and Probiotics for IBS
Symptoms of IBS include pain, constipation, diarrhea, bloating & gas. Enteric-coated peppermint oil helps reduce such symptoms.
Are Your Dietary Supplements Contaminated with Drugs?
Does the FDA do its job? A new study asks: are dietary supplements contaminated? Some companies get warning letters but their products remain
Introducing Gaia Herbs
Gaia Herbs has taken a huge step in transparency. The Meet Your Herbs platform offers test results to ensure purity, potency and integrity.
Can You Overdose on Vitamin D?
Can you overdose on vitamin D by spending time in the sun and taking supplements? Excessive doses of supplements can indeed lead to toxicity.
Show 1307: Cocoa Compounds and the COSMOS Trial
A rigorously conducted, multi-year experiment with cocoa compounds vs placebo showed that they may reduce cardiovascular mortality.
Should You Be Taking Vitamin Supplements?
Many medications can interfere with good nutrition. If you are taking pills for certain conditions, perhaps you should be taking vitamin supplements.
Can You Save Your Sight With AREDS Vitamins?
Taking AREDS vitamins and eating foods full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals can help keep macular degeneration from deterioriating.
Should You Really Stop Taking Your Supplements?
Before you stop taking your supplements, check that your medications are not interfering with nutrient absorption and that the dose is right.
Does the FDA Know What Is in Your Dietary Supplements?
Manufacturers are supposed to inform the FDA of all ingredients in your dietary supplements. Many have not done so.
How to Prevent and Stop the Itch of Mosquito Bites FAST!
How do you prevent mosquito bites? DEET, picaridin, vitamin B1? If that fails, how do you stop the itch of mosquito bites? How about HEAT?
Is Magnesium a Miracle Mineral?
Although magnesium gets little attention in office visits, it is critical for good health. Many people find this miracle mineral very useful.