| 11/29/2007 - The big stink |
| A recent analysis done by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NDRC) found that that innocent-seeming air-freshener you keep in your bathroom or kitchen may very well contain toxic chemicals. |
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| 11/29/2007 - Iodine: All the benefits, none of the stains |
| I just finished reading your article on iodine, "One mineral can help a myriad of conditions from atherosclerosis to COPD to zits," and found it quite well-written and enjoyable. Most of it I knew already, but I did learn a few new facts. My compliments! |
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| 11/28/2007 - Mental block |
| Insulin resistance is dangerous enough when it happens in the rest of your body. But when it happens in your brain, the effects go way beyond your average, run-of-the-mill case of diabetes. |
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| 11/28/2007 - For whom the Bell tolls |
| Q: I was recently diagnosed with Bell's palsy. My doctor seems unconcerned and says it doesn't last, but I would be very grateful for any suggestions for minimizing the effects of this disease. |
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| 11/26/2007 - In poor taste |
| Maybe Kraft missed all the ruckus about popcorn lung that occurred a few months ago. Or maybe it thinks that if it doesn't put its new flavor additive in microwave popcorn it won't have the same health risks. |
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| 11/26/2007 - Keeping calm -- naturally |
| Q: Are there any safe, natural remedies to help alleviate stress? |
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| 11/22/2007 - Space madness |
| Apparently, germs that have traveled to outer space are more dangerous than the ones that stay firmly planted here on Earth. |
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| 11/22/2007 - Grab and go |
| Q: A friend of mine has had great results from chelation therapy, and he says it saved him from heart surgery. Can you tell me more about it and how it works? |
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| 11/21/2007 - Wonders of Wisconsin |
| Researchers from the University of Chicago recently discovered that ginseng may be able to reduce blood sugar levels by as much as 30 percent. |
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| 11/21/2007 - When not to "wait and see" |
| Q: I would appreciate any information you might have that could help me figure out if I do have the flu or if the Lipitor is related to my symptoms. |
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| 11/19/2007 - Little shop of horrors |
| The consequences of ignoring a toothache can be more serious than you'd imagine. Not only can it lead to a root canal but leaving a dental abscess untreated can literally kill you. |
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| 11/19/2007 - Straight facts on stevia safety |
| Q: I know that you recommend stevia as an alternative to both sugar and artificial sweeteners -- but I have heard that it might not be safe, especially for males. Why such conflicting stories? |
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| 11/15/2007 - Waiting to exhale |
| One of the many unpleasant realities of diabetes is the continual need to monitor your blood sugar levels. |
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| 11/15/2007 - Gentle cycle |
| Q: I'm a 23-year-old woman, and have never had regular menstrual periods. Are there any vitamins or herbs I could use? |
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| 11/14/2007 - Hot potato |
| Acrylamide: It doesn't even sound appetizing. But regardless of the fact that it occurs naturally when potatoes are cooked, it's just as unfit for human consumption as it sounds. |
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| 11/14/2007 - Grain, grain go away |
| Q: I've read some of your previous articles about gluten sensitivity and I think that it could be related to some of the symptoms I've been experiencing. How do I find out for sure if grains are contributing to my problems? |
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| 11/12/2007 - Chip shot |
| If that HIPAA form you have to sign every time you see your doctor makes you uneasy about who's got access to your medical records, I've got some bad news for you: VeriChip is back. |
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| 11/12/2007 - Put your thyroid to the test |
| Q: I think I may be suffering from an underactive thyroid, but the test my doctor ran came back normal. Is there any other screening method that I can undergo as a "second opinion"? |
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| 11/08/2007 - Unnecessary roughness |
| Prescription drug side effects are bad enough when they're associated with medications adults need (few and far between as those are). But when they accompany drugs for a condition that occurs primarily in children, it's downright negligent. |
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| 11/08/2007 - The choice is yours |
| Q: What is your opinion on restaurants being required to stop using trans-fats in their menu items? |
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| 11/07/2007 - On the periphery |
| A little knowledge can be a dangerous thing -- especially when that "little bit" just isn't enough to protect you from serious health risks. |
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| 11/07/2007 - (Not so) good vibrations |
| Q: I've noticed that the index finger on my right hand "shivers" when I use the mouse on the computer. It lasts about 20 seconds and then goes away. What do you think is causing this? |
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| 11/05/2007 - Forgotten but not gone |
| When tragedy strikes, it seems to be human nature to etch the moment into your memory forever. |
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| 11/05/2007 - Seizure solutions |
| Q: I was wondering if you had any suggestions on seizures? |
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| 11/01/2007 - Pocket change |
| But the new FDA drug safety bill seems to have more to do with implementing new ways the agency can collect enormous sums of money than it does with truly protecting the public from the ever-increasing dangers of patent drugs. |
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| 11/01/2007 - Attacking back |
| Q: The pain in my lower back is getting out of hand. I'm hesitant to go to my regular doctor about it, though. All they seem to do is prescribe pills that knock you out, or try to get you on the operating table. |
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