Reduce portion size and limit fat intake.
Following strict dietary recommendations isn’t necessary, based on data presented during the American College of Sports Medicine 57th Annual Meeting by researchers from the University of Newcastle, in Australia. Continue reading Secrets to successful weight loss among men
The majority of lung cancer patients do not benefit from selenium, according to researchers from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston during the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. Continue reading Selenium shows no benefit in nonsmall-cell lung cancer
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
Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, in Bangalore, India reports their experience. Continue reading Yoga for cancer patients during radiotherapy
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet, in Stockholm, Sweden, studied whether a smoking cessation program, started during hospitalization, might reduce complications following emergency surgical treatment of fractures. Continue reading Smoking cessation lowers risk of complications after surgery
During the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), researchers at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona and Minnesota will present the results of a study of Polyphenon E in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) patients.
The primary active ingredient in Polyphenon E is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which is extracted from a green tea. This drug is approved by the FDA to treat genital warts and being studied in several cancers. Continue reading Activity of green tea extract in chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Results from the Swiss HIV Cohort Study suggest that systematic screening should be considered. Continue reading Observations on vitamin D deficiency in HIV
During the American Urological Association (AUA) 2010 Annual Scientific Meeting, researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham reported that a comprehensive behavioral therapy program is as effective as drug therapy for treating overactive bladder (OAB) in men without significant bladder outlet obstruction. Continue reading Behavioral therapy as good as drugs to treat overactive bladder
Researchers from Keio University School of Medicine, in Tokyo, Japan make concise conclusions.
Here are the highlights. Continue reading Review: Exercise for diseases that limit movement in the elderly
During the 2009 annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, researchers from the Cleveland Clinic, in Ohio reported the risk of obesity in asthmatic patients. Continue reading Asthma: Another reason to lose weight
Earlier research suggests there might be benefit as discussed here and here.
Now, researchers from the US report the results of a side study (secondary analysis) from the Ginkgo Evaluation of Memory (GEM) Study. Continue reading Ginkgo biloba and the risk of cancer
The aim of Vipassana meditation is to reduce cognitive and emotional reactivity.
Dr. Alberto Chiesa at the University of Bologna, in Italy, reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Vipassana: An ancient technique of meditation
Little is known about the use of homeopathic products in children.
Now, the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC), in the South-West of England, reports on the use of homeopathic products throughout childhood. And I try to compare these findings to prescription drugs. Continue reading Use of homeopathic products by children in the UK
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located on each side of your head in front of your ears, where your lower jawbone meets your skull. This joint allows you to talk, chew, and yawn.
To start, researchers at San Pablo CEU University, in Madrid, Spain reviewed the effectiveness of using acupuncture treatment for temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Continue reading 3 reviews of acupuncture for temporomandibular disorders
At least 1 website is promoting vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) injections as a treatment to achieve weight loss. Continue reading Vitamin B12 for weight loss?
Researcher from Italy and Florida studied Ginkgolide B (a component in Ginkgo biloba) as preventive treatment in a group of young patients suffering from migraine without aura. Continue reading Ginkgo to prevent migraine without aura
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
This Cochrane review reports that flawed study design limits the usefulness of the data reported. Continue reading Traditional Chinese medicinal herbs to treat chronic fatigue
Researchers from Germany attempted to evaluate health benefits during long-term homeopathic treatment. Continue reading Patients’ health after 8 years of homeopathic treatment
The British Nutrition Foundation reviewed the effect of probiotics on health. Continue reading Reviewing the potential benefits of probiotics