Archive for August, 2012
Monday, August 27th, 2012
They’re used to rinse the nasal passages with a saline (salt-based) solution, and are popular to treat congested sinuses, colds, and allergies, and to moisten nasal passages exposed to dry indoor air.
But, FDA has concerns about the risk of infection when neti pots are used improperly. (more…)
Common Cold, Nasal Irrigation | Comments Off on Consumer Alert: Neti Pots
Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012
Generalized social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a common anxiety condition. Cannabidiol is one major non-psychotomimetic compound of the cannabis sativa plant.
Researchers at the University of São Paulo, in Brazil, studied its effects on SAD during a simulation public speaking test. (more…)
Anxiety (Panic)/Depression, Marijuana (Cannabinoids) | Comments Off on Cannabidiol to reduce anxiety of public speaking
Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012
Energy drinks are consumed by 30% to 50% of adolescents and young adults. The manufacturers claim they are safe.
Researchers at the University of Miami, in Florida reviewed the evidence and came to a different conclusion. (more…)
Anxiety (Panic)/Depression, Caffeine, Carnitine, D. ENERGY THERAPIES, Diabetes Mellitus, Epilepsy/Seizures, Ginseng, Guarana, Heart Disease, Yohimbine | Comments Off on Safety of energy drinks
Thursday, August 16th, 2012
Researchers in the Netherlands have reported their findings in the Active Prevention in High-Risk Individuals of Diabetes Type 2 in and Around Eindhoven (APHRODITE) study. (more…)
Diabetes Mellitus, E. DIETARY, Exercise, Obesity | Comments Off on Contributions of the counselor in diabetes lifestyle education
Wednesday, August 15th, 2012
Fewer adolescents believe that regular cannabis use is harmful to health.
Researchers at the University of Oregon, in Eugene, studied the association between persistent cannabis use and neuropsychological (language, memory, and perception) decline.
As you read this summary remember that smoking pot is not risk free. For your health and for loved ones, consider the value of Florida rehab treatment listings. (more…)
Marijuana (Cannabinoids) | Comments Off on Cannabis and the risk of neuropsychological decline
Wednesday, August 15th, 2012
Khat (Catha edulis) is a shrub from northeast Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, with stimulant effects similar to but less intense than cocaine or methamphetamine.
Researchers at Hamad General Hospital, in Doha, Qatar, studied its effects in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) — a condition associated with insufficient blood flow to the heart.
As you read this summary it might be useful to consider that addicts can detox from drugs in New York.
(more…)
Heart Disease, Obesity, Stroke | Comments Off on Risks of chewing khat in people with acute coronary syndrome
Sunday, August 12th, 2012
Here’s what we know from the results of The National Survey on Drug Use and Health, an annual population-based survey.
As you read this post remember that despite prevailing views, smoking marijuana is not safe. Stopping this habit and preventing it’s consequences is difficult. Consider contributions toward sobriety of services such as the North Carolina inpatient rehabilitation. (more…)
Marijuana (Cannabinoids) | Comments Off on Marijuana: Main driver for increased substance use
Saturday, August 11th, 2012
During the Olympics, you may have noticed brightly colored kinesiology (aka Kinesin) tape attached to the legs, backs, arms and other body parts of athletes.
It’s meant to help stabilize tendons and joints and provide pressure relief. Researchers at the National Defense Academy, in Japan, studied its potential to alleviate muscle weakness. (more…)
Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Kinesiology, Rheumatoid Diseases | Comments Off on Kinesiology tape
Thursday, August 9th, 2012
Clinicians in California described their clinical practice, which uses the simultaneous interview technique (SIT). (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Chiropractic, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Pain, TENS/FNS/VNS | Comments Off on SIT and the co-disciplinary pain clinic
Thursday, August 2nd, 2012
Researchers in Finland and Germany studied the first year of life. (more…)
Animal-assisted Therapy, Infants, Infection, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Dog and cat exposure and the risk of respiratory symptoms and infections
Wednesday, August 1st, 2012
Prof. Ernst and colleagues reviewed the evidence and they aren’t sanguine. (more…)
Cancer, Consumer Alert, Herbals, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Prof. Ernst, Stroke | Comments Off on Contaminated and adulterated herbals