It’s one of the best-researched, best-selling herbal remedies. But what do we really know?
Researchers from the University of Naples Federico II, in Italy reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Garlic: Is it more than a food and a spice?
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Effects of marijuana on lung function
Some changes were reported in this study by researches at the University of Otago, in Dunedin, New Zealand.
But what does it mean for you and me? Continue reading Effects of marijuana on lung function
Benefits of massage given by a caregiver
In this National Cancer Institute sponsored study presented during the 7th annual conference of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society, caregivers achieved some of the same results as professional practitioners. Continue reading Benefits of massage given by a caregiver
Acupuncture for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
Dr. Ting Bao (photo) from The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins, in Baltimore, Maryland tells us, “Despite recent advances in pharmacologic antiemetic therapy, additional treatment for breakthrough chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting is needed. Continue reading Acupuncture for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
Review: Tai chi for breast cancer
Prof. Ernst tells us the research is compromised by bias. Continue reading Review: Tai chi for breast cancer
Physiotherapy and the risk of lymphoedema after breast cancer surgery
Lymphoedema refers to swelling in an arm or leg.
Researchers from Alcalá de Henares University, in Madrid, Spain studied the effectiveness of early physiotherapy following breast cancer surgery. Continue reading Physiotherapy and the risk of lymphoedema after breast cancer surgery
Acupuncture vs Effexor to treat vasomotor symptoms in breast cancer
Researchers from Henry Ford Health System, in Detroit, Michigan and Michigan Acupuncture, in Novi tested whether acupuncture reduces vasomotor symptoms more than the antidepressant, venlafaxine (Effexor). Continue reading Acupuncture vs Effexor to treat vasomotor symptoms in breast cancer
Taking vitamin D to prevent cancer
Dr. Thomas Lenz from Creighton University, in Omaha, Nebraska tells us that approximately 1 billion people worldwide have low blood concentrations of vitamin D.
So what? Continue reading Taking vitamin D to prevent cancer
Flaxseed review
Medscape has published 2 case histories. One patient wants to take flaxseed to improve cholesterol levels and diabetes control. The other has constipation and premenstrual symptoms.
Here’s what we know. Continue reading Flaxseed review
Magnetic acupuncture to reduce pain during bone marrow biopsy
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, in Baltimore, Maryland studied cancer patients during bone marrow aspiration and biopsy. Continue reading Magnetic acupuncture to reduce pain during bone marrow biopsy
Multivitamins, cancer, heart disease, and death
Millions of postmenopausal women use multivitamins.
Does it matter? Continue reading Multivitamins, cancer, heart disease, and death
Treating precancerous lesions with green tea
Patients at high-risk for cancer of the mouth based on the appearance of leukoplakia — white plaque that doesn’t rub off and can’t be clinically identified as another entity — were studied by researchers in Texas and Japan. Continue reading Treating precancerous lesions with green tea
Using qigong to improve quality of life in patients with cancer
Researchers from the University of Sydney, in Concord, Australia compared qigong to usual care. Continue reading Using qigong to improve quality of life in patients with cancer
Thyroid cancer and stealth iodine-containing drugs
A 55-year-old man treated for thyroid cancer was on a low-iodine diet as part of treatment, but his iodine levels of continued to increase.
A patient history published in The New England Journal of Medicine and reported in CBCNews.ca reveals an unexpected source of iodine among the 20 supplements he was taking. Continue reading Thyroid cancer and stealth iodine-containing drugs
The connection between red meat and prostate cancer
Yes, there is a positive association, according to researchers at the National Cancer Institute. Continue reading The connection between red meat and prostate cancer
Supplements and prostate health
Is there benefit in prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and prostatitis? Continue reading Supplements and prostate health
Is it risky taking antioxidants during cancer treatment?
Researchers from Columbia University in New York City looked at the evidence in breast cancer patients. Continue reading Is it risky taking antioxidants during cancer treatment?
Caution: Moisturizing creams in breast cancer patients
 Dr. Adrienne Olson of Breastlink in Rancho Palos Verdes, California reported during the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium that breast cancer patients might unknowingly expose themselves to estrogen by using certain skin moisturizers.
Yet, none of these products listed the estrogenic hormones among their ingredients. Continue reading Caution: Moisturizing creams in breast cancer patients
Calcium + vitamin D don’t lower breast cancer risk
Some researchers have observed an association between higher calcium and vitamin D intake and a lower breast cancer risk.
Here are the results of the first randomized study to evaluate this apparent association. Continue reading Calcium + vitamin D don’t lower breast cancer risk
Health behaviors can affect your longevity
Researchers from the University of Cambridge in the UK looked at the potential combined impact of 4 health behaviors. Continue reading Health behaviors can affect your longevity