Myalgia (muscle pain or tenderness) is the most common side effect of taking statins to treat high cholesterol blood levels. It’s also the biggest reason to lower the dose or stop treatment with these important drugs.
There’s some support that the muscle-related side effects of statins could be due to a statin-induced deficiency in coenzyme Q10.
But not here. Continue reading Coenzyme Q10 to prevent muscle pain or tenderness caused by statins
That’s the name of the study conducted in Sydney, Australia that tested the effect of tai chi in people with type 2 diabetes. Continue reading Move It For Diabetes
Recent evidence raises doubt about the protective effects of lycopene on the risk of prostate cancer.
Now, the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) reports a 65% reduction in advanced prostate cancer risk among men with the highest intake of lycopene. Continue reading Positive results with lycopene in advanced prostate cancer
The European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) has issued the first guidelines for the treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). Continue reading CAM recommendations for treating fibromyalgia
If you?re interested in learning more about traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), here is a link to the Traditional Chinese Medicine World Foundation. It’s dedicated to educating the public and healthcare professionals about classical TCM and natural self-healing.
Here is a synopsis of healing from the perspective of TCM.
The health consequences of salt in our diet have been debated. The mainstream believes there’s a connection between high salt intake, increased blood pressure, and then cardiovascular disease and death.
Others disagree.
Now, the FDA will weight in. Continue reading FDA will consider regulations to limit salt in processed foods
A study from the University of Nebraska reports that antibiotics are too frequently prescribed to treat sinus infections (acute or chronic rhinosinusitis).
That’s not new, but the mention of using a salt-water rinse as treatment is worth discussing.
Continue reading Saline irrigation to treat sinus infections
Before we start, let’s define “lux.” Even though it won’t help you understand the results of the study. Continue reading Using light to improve sleep in adults with dementia
If this product sounds familiar, it is. The company selling it, Bodee LLC, buys lots of radio time around here to trumpet this dietary supplement as a “natural” way to treat impotence.
Now, the FDA as stepped in. Continue reading Consumer Alert: Encore Tabs
In 2007 there have been 4 published studies on this topic.
Here’s an overview. Continue reading Yoga and menopause: Review of recent study results
It has come to my attention that certain chiropractors across the country are offering their services to vets of the war on terrorism.
Thanks. Links are listed below. Continue reading Free chiropractic care for Iraq and Afghanistan war vets
Nervoheel N is a homeopathic preparation used to treat psychosomatic disorders, climacteric neurosis, and emotional distress
In this study, it’s reported to be as effective as lorazepam (Ativan). Continue reading Testing Nervoheel N to treat mild nervous disorders
It took place at the University of Connecticut on October 25th. Continue reading Access the Great Homeopathy Debate
The potential benefits of this natural substance found in red wine have been reported in mice — countering the unhealthy effects of a high-calorie diet.
That’s not sufficient reason to take it as a supplement, but for those who do, here’s what you should know. Continue reading ConsumerLab reports on resveratrol
It might be an option for people with major depression who have not responded to conventional antidepressant medications. Continue reading Transcranial magnetic stimulation for acute treatment of major depression
American True Man Health Incorporated announced that it is expanding its voluntary recall of the Company’s dietary supplement product sold under the name and identified as True Man’s Sexual Energy Nutriment Men’s Formula. Continue reading Consumer Alert: True Man is at it again
Last year this blog suggested that a pedometer would make a healthy Christmas present. This year, you were advised of the AARP offer of a free pedometer.
But, did you get one?
Here’s why you should have. Continue reading Do pedometers motivate physical activity and improve health?
This study looks at the association between timing and duration of chiropractic care in work-related low back pain and work-disability outcomes. Continue reading Chiropractic care in work-related low back pain
Researchers from VU University Medical Center in Amsterdam report the experience of 529 patients representing 4891 treatment sessions. Continue reading Pros and cons of chiropractic for neck pain
Professor Ernst and colleagues from Universities of Exeter & Plymouth in the UK have targeted tai chi for their unwavering critique.
Here’s what they found. Continue reading Asessing the value of tai chi for osteoarthritis