| 12/31/2007 - Taking a loss |
| Tomorrow's the day we all hop back on the wagon and vow to do our best to make 2008 our healthiest year yet. The resolutions take on any number of forms, but there's one that appears on just about everyone's list: losing weight. |
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| 12/31/2007 - Essential risk? |
| Q: I heard recently that essential fatty acids are dangerous. Is that true? |
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| 12/27/2007 - On the record |
| Q: Your recent column on the Veri-chip device being implanted in Alzheimer's patients and the lack of medical privacy that they could face as a result made me wonder what is actually in my own medical records. |
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| 12/27/2007 - Bare essential |
| The sunscreen industry should be very proud of itself: I can't think of many other completely useless products that the vast majority of people are absolutely convinced that they need. |
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| 12/27/2007 - When that "normal" test result may only be half the story |
| Q: I've been managing my blood sugar with some of the natural approaches you've recommended. But I find that I'm having a very hard time losing weight and I don't have enough energy to get a good exercise program started... |
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| 12/26/2007 - The Great Antioxidant Caper |
| Recent research shows that capers -- the little bulbs you probably barely notice in your chicken piccata -- offer a great deal of antioxidant protection. |
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| 12/24/2007 - Face first |
| I think it's safe to say that no one wants to get wrinkles. And there's certainly no shortage of crèmes, serums, and lotions meant to help fight them lining cosmetic counters. |
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| 12/24/2007 - From a reliable source |
| Q: I often read in your newsletters about different herbal remedies and would like to try them. But I live in a rural area... |
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| 12/20/2007 - Swiss Miss-understanding |
| I've said it before, but after a recent announcement from ConAgra, I had to say it again: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. |
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| 12/20/2007 - Necessary evil |
| Q: I'm concerned about the high levels of aluminum in deodorants, and have switched brands to avoid it. Are there any other sources I should be concerned about? |
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| 12/19/2007 - Style me healthy |
| I'm not sure how I feel about hairdressers and barbers playing the role of health educator. |
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| 12/19/2007 - A new approach to fighting colds |
| Q: What is the best natural cold and flu remedy? |
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| 12/17/2007 - Beyond borders |
| No sooner had I clicked "send" on last Thursday's eTip when I came across a piece of news that proves that the war against holistic medicine isn't just being waged in Washington state. In fact, that war has spread to my very own backyard. |
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| 12/17/2007 - Standing behind that glass of wine |
| Q: I am appalled that some of the e-Tips have recommended wine for its supposed health "benefits." Alcohol use is a risk for even a healthy individual. |
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| 12/13/2007 - The gift of choice |
| The so- called Medical "Quality" Assurance Commission (M"Q"AC) has been persecuting alternative medicine practitioners -- including Dr. Wright -- under the guise of "protecting" the public. |
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| 12/13/2007 - Cutting out surgery |
| Q: My wife's doctor says that she has fibroid tumors on her uterus and, he is suggesting surgery to either remove the tumors or to perform a complete hysterectomy. I refuse to believe that is her only option. Are there alternatives? |
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| 12/12/2007 - 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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| 12/12/2007 - 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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| 12/10/2007 - Remember the time |
| There's no question that getting a good night's sleep helps you function better -- in most areas. But researchers from the University of Houston found that there's one instance where that may not hold true... |
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| 12/10/2007 - A happy combination |
| Q: I would like to wean off of my prescription antidepressant and take St. John's wort instead. But I'm wondering if it's safe to start taking the St. John's wort while I'm still taking my prescription? |
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| 12/06/2007 - Fear in a fruitbasket |
| The grapefruit industry thought it was going to make a "comeback" this year. Many of the groves that were destroyed several years ago by hurricanes have recovered, and this year's harvest is looking like the best one in awhile. |
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| 12/06/2007 - Sinking floaters |
| Q: I often see black spots moving across my field of vision. Could you tell me if this is something I should be concerned about and if there is anything I can do to correct the problem? |
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| 12/05/2007 - Aged to perfection |
| Just about every piece of health advice you read recommends lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. But if you really want to get the most nutritional bang for your buck, you might want to adjust your definition of "fresh." |
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| 12/05/2007 - Shiny hair in a supplement bottle |
| Q: I know it's not a serious health problem, but I was wondering if you have any information on how to improve the quality and appearance of hair? |
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| 12/03/2007 - Talking in circles |
| The arguments about vitamin D have become so convoluted that I'm not even sure the so-called "experts" know what they're saying anymore. |
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| 12/03/2007 - Can't live without it |
| Q: I've read your articles about preventing gallbladder surgery, but I'm wondering what the harm is in having it removed if you can live without it? |
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