Researchers at the University Hospital of Heidelberg, in Germany tested the value of acupuncture. Continue reading Acupuncture to improve exercise in patients with heart failure
Category Archives: J. CONDITIONS TO TREAT
Reviewing pomegranate research
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) told POM Wonderful that their UK billboard showing a bottle of pomegranate juice and a hangman’s noose, and proclaims the juice can “cheat death” must be taken down.
ASA says “We considered the evidence… but concluded that it fell short of showing any direct relation between consuming the product and a longer life.”
So, what’s the evidence? Continue reading Reviewing pomegranate research
Effect of acupuncture in atopic eczema
Prof. Florian Pfab from the Technische University Munchen, in Germany has reported that acupuncture prevents histamine-induced itching.
In this study Prof. Pfab and colleagues report its effect on the wheal and flare response in adults with atopic eczema. Continue reading Effect of acupuncture in atopic eczema
Benefits of massage during chronic tension headache
Researchers in the US and Spain observed benefits after a single session. Continue reading Benefits of massage during chronic tension headache
Glucosamine for chronic low back pain due to degenerative lumbar osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease) occurs as cartilage breaks down and wears away. This causes the bones under the cartilage to rub together, resulting pain, swelling, and loss of joint motion.
Although glucosamine is increasingly used by these patients, researchers at Oslo University Hospital Outpatient Clinic in Norway tell us little was known about the effectiveness of glucosamine for this condition until now. Continue reading Glucosamine for chronic low back pain due to degenerative lumbar osteoarthritis
Iyengar yoga for chronic low back pain.
Iyengar is a form of yoga that uses props, such as belts and blocks, as aids in performing the positions (asanas).
Researchers from West Virginia University, in Morgantown report several benefits. Continue reading Iyengar yoga for chronic low back pain.
Acupunture for hot flashes in men with prostate cancer
Hot flashes are a common side effect of androgen ablation therapy — a well-established treatment for various stages of prostate cancer.
Researchers at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, in Brooklyn, New York, report positive effects with acupuncture. Continue reading Acupunture for hot flashes in men with prostate cancer
Consumer Alert: Que She
This “all-natural blend of Chinese herbs” will get this year’s award for the most fraudulently labeled supplement. Continue reading Consumer Alert: Que She
Review: Moxibustion to treat high blood pressure
Moxibustion is a traditional East Asian medical therapy that uses heat generated by burning herbal preparations containing Artemisia vulgaris (mugwort or common wormwood) to stimulate acupuncture points.
Prof. Ernst and colleagues evaluated the evidence. Continue reading Review: Moxibustion to treat high blood pressure
Fructose and the risk of high blood pressure
Epidemiologic studies have inconsistently linked them.
Now, researchers from the University of Colorado Denver Health Sciences Center report an association using NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) data. Continue reading Fructose and the risk of high blood pressure
Reviewing herbs, vitamins, and minerals in treating premenstrual syndrome
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
Coenzyme Q10 for treating high blood pressure and statin-induced myalgia
Dr. Marcia Wyman at the Cleveland Clinic, in Ohio has reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Coenzyme Q10 for treating high blood pressure and statin-induced myalgia
No effect of ginger on muscle pain during cycling
Researchers from Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville studied ginger’s effects following cycling exercise. Continue reading No effect of ginger on muscle pain during cycling
Complementary therapies for patients with leukemia
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
Ginkgo biloba eye drops treat allergic conjunctivitis
Researchers from Italy studied the effect of a ginkgo biloba extract + hyaluronic acid ophthalmic solution (Trium, SOOFT, Italy) on seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye). Continue reading Ginkgo biloba eye drops treat allergic conjunctivitis
Taking omega-3 after a heart attack
When added to optimal therapy, omega-3 didn’t improve long-term survival, according to the results of the “OMEGA-Trial” presented during the American College of Cardiology’s 58th Annual Scientific Sessions by researchers from the University of Heidelberg, in Germany. Continue reading Taking omega-3 after a heart attack
Omega-3 and advanced prostate cancer
Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco report that omega-3 protects against advanced prostate coancer.
And there’s a COX-2 genetic connection. Continue reading Omega-3 and advanced prostate cancer
Seal oil vs fish oil in patients with high triglyceride blood levels
Researchers from the University of Wollongong, in Australia, report positive results with seal oil. Continue reading Seal oil vs fish oil in patients with high triglyceride blood levels
Folic acid and prostate cancer risk
The effects of folic acid-containing supplements may differ from natural sources of folate, according to the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. Continue reading Folic acid and prostate cancer risk
Importance of vitamin D screening and supplementation in diabetes
During the Endocrine Society’s Annual Meeting, Researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Sinai Hospital, in Baltimore, Maryland, reported an association between vitamin D deficiency and type 2 diabetes. Continue reading Importance of vitamin D screening and supplementation in diabetes