Infantile spasm (West Syndrome) is a specific type of seizure in infants and early childhood. The ketogenic diet is a high fat, adequate protein, low carbohydrate diet.
Researchers from the John M. Freeman Pediatric Epilepsy Center at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutes in Baltimore, Maryland — the leader in this form of treatment in infants — report their experience over 12 years. Continue reading Treating infantile spasms with the ketogenic diet
Researchers from the Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, in The Netherlands measured levels in Asian traditional herbal preparations that are available on the Dutch market. Continue reading Mercury, arsenic, and lead levels in herbals
Dr. Tanapee Hongratanaworakit at Srinakharinwirot University, in Bangkok, Thailand studied the physiologic effects of rose oil (Rosa damascena Mill, Rosaceae) in the absence of olfactory stimulation. Continue reading Relaxing with rose oil
Researchers from the University of Ottawa, in Ontario focused their review on type 2 (AKA adult onset) diabetes.
Here’s a summary of the evidence for CAM therapies. Continue reading CAM for type 2 diabetes
Because hot flashes usually persist for years after menopause, meaningful hot flash therapy should be effective for a long time.
So, how long should patients be followed? Continue reading Hot flashes: What’s the proper study duration?
Prof. Ernst and colleagues from the UK reviewed of the evidence Continue reading Review: CAM for fibromyalgia
But are the patients healthier?
Here are results from a study presented during the 2008 American Heart Association’s Fall Conference for High Blood Pressure Research.
Many studies of acupuncture have been conducted. Yet, poorly designed studies do nothing to advance the value of acupuncture. As a practical matter, they just provide ammunition for skeptics.
Forget the studies. Based on their clinical experience, what do allopathic physicians think of acupuncture for treating chronic pain? Continue reading Physicians’ views of acupuncture to treat chronic pain
 Does a graded exercise program of lumbar stabilizing exercises reduce pain and disability, compared to a walking program, for patients with recurrent low back pain? Continue reading Lumbar stabilizing exercises for recurrent low back pain?
Researchers from Italy and the UK report that different music selections have similar cardiovascular effects, regardless of a person’s music preferences and training.
This has implications for treating blood pressure and rehabilitation. Continue reading Music therapy: Does it matter if you like what you hear?
Dr. W. Steven Pray from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford has published a good review of calcium supplements for osteoporosis.
From that article, here are recommendations to ensure you’ll get all the calcium you bargained for. Continue reading Maximize your calcium absorption
Yokukansan, a traditional Japanese medicine (kampo) used to treat behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia, was studied by researchers from the University of Tsukuba, in Ibaraki, Japan. Continue reading Yokukansan to treat dementia
Dr. Mindy Kurzer from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis has reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Benefits of soy on menopausal symptoms
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
Researchers from the University of Zurich, in Switzerland studied the possiblity that regular cannabis use increases the risk of dental caries. Continue reading Might smoking marijuana cause dental cavities?
Most of what we know about the use of exercise as a component of osteoarthritis treatment is based on studies of the knee.
Researchers from Boston University in Massachusetts reviewed the evidence of its value in treating osteoarthritis of the hip. Continue reading The value of exercise in osteoarthritis of the hip
Few people are deficient in chromium, but supplements may be helpful for some people with diabetes. It’s also commonly found in weight loss products, where it may provide a small benefit.
ConsumerLab.com tested 6 product to see if the tablets contained what was listed on the bottles. Continue reading Consumer Alert: Chromium
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
Prof. Ernst has reviewed the evidence. Continue reading CAM for neuropathic and neuralgic pain
Most often, diabetic retinopathy causes no symptoms until the eye damage becomes severe.
In this study, researchers from G D’Annunzio University, in San Valentino, Italy studied the effects of Pycnogenol in the early stages of retinopathy. Continue reading Benefits of Pycnogenol in early diabetic retinopathy