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Archive for the 'Cod-liver oil' Category

Cod liver oil lowers need for NSAIDs in arthritis

Monday, February 8th, 2010

This study suggests that cod liver oil supplements containing omega-3 fatty acids can reduce the need for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. (more…)

In praise of mothers who forced their children to take cod liver oil

Saturday, July 18th, 2009

In a Medscape editorial, Dr. George Griffing from Saint Louis University in Missouri outlines the benefits. (more…)

Using cod-liver oil to lower the risk of depression

Monday, June 18th, 2007

There’s growing interest in the potential effect of omega-3 fatty acids on depression and subsequent afflictions such as heart disease.

Here’s a study using the granddaddy of omega-3 formulations — cod-liver oil. (more…)

September is National Mushroom Month

Monday, September 4th, 2006

In advance of National Mushroom Month came news that a single serving of white button mushrooms – the most commonly sold mushroom – could contain 869% of the daily vitamin D requirement when exposed to five minutes of UV light after being harvested.

Why is this significant?

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Herbals that provide some pain relief

Monday, August 7th, 2006

Here is a list of herbal medicines with documented effectiveness as pain relievers. The source of this information summarizes the dose, route of administration, conditions treated, and safety information.

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