 Uterine fibroids are benign (non cancerous) growths in the uterus.
Herbal preparations are commonly used alternatives for drug treatment, surgery, or both. Now, Cochrane has reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Using herbals to treat uterine fibroids
 The incidence of testicular germ cell tumors (TGCTs) has increased during the past 4 to 6 decades. So has the use of marijuana.
Might there be a connection? Continue reading Marijuana and the risk of testicular cancer
Dr. Zoe Draelos from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina reports on the use of onion extract gel to improve the appearance of scars. Continue reading Onion extract gel for surgical scars
 Iodine deficiency in mothers can adversely affect fetuses and breast-fed infants, because it’s essential for normal thyroid function and development of the nervous system.
Yet, products vary greatly in iodine levels, according to researchers from Boston University Medical Center. Continue reading Iodine content of prenatal multivitamins
Cochrane review evaluates the evidence for treating epilepsy by using psychological methods to reduce seizure frequency and improve quality of life.
Here’s what was found with respect to seizure frequency. Continue reading Psychological methods to treat epilepsy
When it comes to behavior, depression, and mortality in people with dementia, does physical activity make a difference?
Researchers from the University of Western Ontario in London, Canada searched the medical literature for answers. Continue reading Physical activity for dementia
14 brands were tested.
And, the results are grim. Continue reading ConsumerLab tests turmeric (curcumin) supplements
 Researchers from Washington University School of Medicine, in St. Louis, Missouri compared cognitive behavior therapy and supportive stress management. Continue reading Treating depression after coronary artery bypass
Researchers from Colorado compared general and targeted massage treatment programs. Continue reading Targeted massage for carpal tunnel syndrome
Small improvement is reported by researchers at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Continue reading High-intensity exercise in Parkinson’s disease
The results of this study by researchers in Finland are important because they reflect actual risk factors for heart disease. Continue reading Measurable benefits of berries in people
 Researchers from the University of Toronto, in Ontario have reviewed the contributions of cognitive strategies for improving muscle function (motor skills) after stroke. Continue reading Benefits of cognitive training after stroke
An article in US News & World Report lists several Ayurvedic practices for strengthening the body’s defenses against the flu.
Dr. Adriane Fugh-Berman (photo), who is associate professor in the complementary and alternative medicine master’s program at Georgetown University Medical Center, in Washington, DC gives her perspective. Continue reading Ayurvedic remedies and swine flu
Medscape has an interview with Dr. Georges Benjamin (photo), who is executive director of the American Public Health Association.
Highlights follow. Continue reading Reducing swine flu transmission
Influenza-like illness is similar to the flu, and more severe than cold-like symptoms.
Researchers from Australia report that it’s a challenge, but when parents wear a facemask they have a reduced risk of getting influenza-like symptoms from their children.
I’m reposting this entry because of its relevance to the swine flu epidemic. Continue reading Facemasks reduce the spread of influenza-like illness
 Wash your hands.
I’m reposting this entry because it seem relevant to the swine flu epidemic. Continue reading Reduce the presence of influenza A
 Influenza-like illness is similar to the flu, and more severe than cold-like symptoms.
Researchers from Australia report that it’s a challenge, but when parents wear a facemask they have a reduced risk of getting influenza-like symptoms from their children. Continue reading Facemasks reduce the spread of influenza-like illness
 So, here’s a list of studies on CAM and stroke that were published in the past year. Continue reading May is stroke month
Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health, in Boston studied dietary, lifestyle, and metabolic risk factors.
Toping the list were smoking and high blood pressure. Continue reading Causes of death in the United States
 The ingredients are listed here.
But, oops. Nature & Health Co. forgot to mention it also contains tadalafil (Cialis), a prescription drug used to treat impotence (aka erectile dysfunction). Continue reading Consumer Alert: Libimax