Cranberry-containing products are a folk remedy to prevent UTIs.
Researchers in Taipei and Boston evaluated their value and factors influencing their effectiveness. Continue reading Cranberry-containing products to prevent urinary tract infections
Monthly Archives: October 2012
Update: Prevalence of CAM use
Researchers at the University of Sheffield, in the UK, updated previous systematic reviews. Continue reading Update: Prevalence of CAM use
Cyclic nausea and vomiting due to marijuana use
As legislators dive headlong into legalization of marijuana, there is growing evidence that they may be harming their most loyal constituents.
Researchers at Temple University Hospital, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, reviewed what has become known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis (severe and excessive vomiting) Syndrome.
As you read this summary it might be useful to consider the value of Pennsylvania detoxification programs.
Continue reading Cyclic nausea and vomiting due to marijuana use
Cognitive benefits of ginseng and bacopa
Researchers at Swinburne University, in Melbourne, Australia, reviewed the evidence and compared the responses to modafinil (Provigil).
Reportedly, Panax ginseng and Bacopa monnieri have consistent acute and chronic cognitive effects, respectively. Continue reading Cognitive benefits of ginseng and bacopa