NSAID Use Is Not Without Risk
Potential Dangers in Aspirin and NSAID Use This last week, the NUNM grand rounds speaker, Catherine Clinton, ND, addressed the potential dangers in utilizing aspirin and NSAIDs as anti-inflammatory agents, especially in children. Aspirins and NSAIDS are ubiquitously used in primary care practice as reversible (Ibuprofen,naproxen) or irreversible (aspirin) COX-1 or Cox-2 inhibitors. COX enzymes […]
Fasting Diet May Help Reverse Diabetes
New Research Finds Fasting Fit For Diabetes Reversal A new research study is showing that a lot of benefit can be derived from fasting for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.1 The study was published in the journal Cell, and authored by renowned fasting researcher, Valter Longo, MD. The study discusses how fasting […]
Anonymous Home STD Collection and Testing
New Solution for STI Testing Testing for sexually transmitted diseases/infections (STIs) is extremely important for individuals who are sexually active, especially when multiple partners are involved. Unfortunately, many individuals resist undergoing testing because of the embarrassment of having to go to the doctor’s office to have these tests ordered. This is very common in younger […]
Stomach Pain: 8 Homeopathic Remedies
Stomach Aches and Pain Recently we looked at various remedies for acne. Now, let’s look at a more generic symptom: stomach pain. Stomach pain could present as any remedy state, however, Morrison’s Desktop Reference lists a handful of “major remedies” and their keynotes. As with any acute presentation, matching the acute symptoms with an underlying […]
Add Activated Charcoal to Your Medicine Cabinet and Here’s Why
The Dirt on Activated Charcoal Activated charcoal (AC) is a product that you’ll want to keep on hand as its uses are plentiful, and its effectivity is great. AC is quite literally charcoal that is “activated” with heat. Its utility mainly comes from the ability to absorb toxins from the body. It is used traditionally for […]
“5 Second Rule” Backed by Science
Graduate Students Test 5-second Rule Graduate students at Aston University studied the transfer of common bacteria Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Staphylococcus aureus from flooring surfaces to various types of food items. This is a research study which actually sets out to analyze the truth of the “5-second rule” – when you supposedly are safe […]
EWG’s “Dirty Dozen” list for 2017
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) released its 2017 “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” lists. The EWG analyzes tests from the US Department of Agriculture to determine which types of conventionally produced fruits and vegetables are contaminated with the most, and the least pesticides and chemical residues. This year, it was found that about 70 percent […]
Use Your Smartphone to Test Male Fertility
That’s right! A team of researchers developed a smartphone compatible device, and app, which allows men to determine the motility and concentration of their sperm – fertility.1 Male fertility is a grossly under-appreciated concern, which often is overlooked when a couple is having difficulty conceiving. Men are often sensitive to this issue, and the current […]
Easy 3 week cleanse to reset, renew, and rejuvenate
Spring into Health Cleanse The beginning of Spring is a perfect time to cleanse the body. Typically, people are less active during the winter, eat a little more “comfort” food, and maybe even gain a little weight. Now that the sun is coming out, we’re getting out of the house more regularly, moving around more, […]
Relaxation Tips for Parents with Sick Children
A recent study reminds us once again of the importance of taking care of ourselves in times of crisis. From Greece, a research team has conducted a favorable study using progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) combined with guided imagery (GI) to reduce anxiety and improve mood in parents of children recently diagnosed with a malignancy.1 An ill […]