Researchers at the National University of Singapore surveyed the use of CAM in residents of Singapore who had head and neck cancer.
Here are their findings compared to other countries where similar studies have been conducted. Continue reading Use of CAM in patients with head and neck cancer
Evidence for CAM to treat depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been reviewed by researchers at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, in Kenner.
Here’s what we know. Continue reading Review of CAM for behavioral health
The haptoglobin (Hp) 2-2 gene is dysfunctional in people with diabetes and increases their risk of cardiovascular disease.
Researchers at Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel, tested the antioxidant vitamin E to protect diabetic patients with HP 2-2 from cardiovascular complications. Continue reading Reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease in people with diabetes
Dr. Mark Moyad (photo) is Director of Preventive and Alternative Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor.
His recommendations. Continue reading CAM to treat the cold and flu
The Cochrane Library has reviewed allopathic and CAM nonhormonal options. Continue reading Relaxation therapy to manage hot flushes
This Medscape review covers orthoses, exercise, calcium and vitamin D therapy, and kyphoplasty from an academic perspective. Continue reading Nonpharmacologic management of osteoporosis
It’s controversial.
Dr. Jay Hoecher at Mayoclinic.com presents his perspective. Continue reading Should children take multivitamins?
During the World Allergy Congress, researchers from the University of Turin, in Italy reported that a “deficiency of vitamin B12 might be a factor in unexplained chronic cough and dysfunction of the pharynx and larynx.” Continue reading Vitamin B12 and unexplained cough
Researchers at the University of Palermo, in Italy summarize past evidence.
And SEARCH researchers bring us up to the moment. Continue reading Perspective on homocysteine in heart disease
Dr. Irene just brought one home from the Stop-&-Shop. And it is homely, but very good.
Cut the ulgi (UHG-lee) fruit across, and it looks like a grapefruit. Peel back the pliable skin, and the segments separate to form bite-sized pieces that taste like a mild orange, but with more juice.
Excellent. Continue reading UGLI fruit: The exotic tangelo from Jamaica
Researchers from Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia reviewed the evidence and make recommendations for women experiencing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Continue reading Reviewing herbs, vitamins, and minerals in treating premenstrual syndrome
The Integrative Medicine Service, at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, in New York City offers their perspective. Continue reading Complementary therapies for patients with leukemia
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are a component of the stress response that may contribute to muscle damage after eccentric exercise. That’s when the muscle elongates while under tension due to an opposing force being greater than the force generated by the muscle.
Researchers from the University of Limerick, in Ireland reviewed studies of 2 antioxidants, which scavenge ROS, to prevent or limit muscle damage. Continue reading Might antioxidant supplements protect against muscle damage?
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, in Baltimore, Maryland compare beta carotene to vitamin A. Continue reading Avoid vitamin A deficiency during pregnancy
Prolonged physical exertion and environmental stress may depress immune cell function and increase the risk of an upper respiratory tract infection (URTI).
Researchers from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia studied the response to vitamin C under these conditions. Continue reading Vitamin C, stress, and the risk of infection
Dr. Jodi Walker at the VA Medical Center, in Bath, New York has summarized the results of SELECT (The Selenium and Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial), which studied selenium (L-selenomethionine) and vitamin E alone or combined to lower the risk of prostate cancer.
Let’s summarize her summary. Continue reading SELECT and the effect of selenium on prostate cancer risk
At least 1 website is promoting vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) injections as a treatment to achieve weight loss. Continue reading Vitamin B12 for weight loss?
During the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association, researchers from the University of Washington reported that taking a multivitamin didn’t prevent urothelial (bladder) cancer. Continue reading Vitamins fail to prevent bladder cancer
Researchers from Bethesda North Hospital Pharmacy, in Cincinnati, Ohio reviewed the evidence for using supplements to treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Continue reading May is arthritis awareness month
Researchers from Catholic University in Washington, DC searched the literature for treatments of carpal tunnel syndrome.
33 published studies were reviewed. Continue reading Which treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome?