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Deja vu all over again

April 11, 2002 As I've written before, the decision to take HRT or not is very controversial - and very personal. Each woman has to make up her own mind. But to do that, you need accurate, complete, unbiased information - not a one-sentence summary and a pat on the head. In a... Read More >

Categories: Cancer combination therapy dangers hormone replacement therapy HRT risks

Fish in fashion

April 10, 2002 Nutritionally minded doctors have been recommending the omega-3 fatty acids in fish oils for a long time. In recent years, it's become a mantra of sorts; even mainstream "authorities" have gotten into the act, advising people to increase fish intake and even recommending fish oil supplementation. So it's not something... Read More >

Categories: benefits fish oils heart attack heart health increased fish intake irregular heart beat omega 3 fatty acids

Would you like fries with that?

April 2, 2002 According to research presented last week at the American College of Cardiologists' annual scientific sessions in the Georgian capital, drinking tea -- green or black -- may help minimize the effects of high-fat foods - and provide overall heart benefits, no matter what you're eating... Read More >

Categories: antioxidants artery elasticity green tea heart health high fat diet

Stuck in the danger zone

March 13, 2002 A recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine reports that only about 30 percent of those being treated for hypertension are "well controlled." The others are still in a dangerous zone, despite regular treatment with drugs and regular checkups with their doctors. Why? Of course, the answer is... Read More >

Categories: antihypertensive medications arjuna blood pressure hypertension jiaogulan systolic pressure

A surprising new way to assess women’s heart health

March 11, 2002 An important new study published in this week's issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals one way that doctors might better assess a woman's true risk. Through an analysis of more than 9,000 women and men, scientists found that tiny arteries in the eyes can yield a... Read More >

Categories: eyes heart disease heart health microvascular processes retinal photography risks

Is the NYT really an objective source for alternative health information

February 28, 2002 Reading the New York Times one morning, there was something that gave me pause. There, right in the Metro section, was an ad for a new book: "The New York Times Guide to Alternative Health." The subtitle read "A Consumer Reference." And the description went on to describe how... Read More >

Categories: alternative health alternative medicine Jane E. Brody media bias New York Times

Grandma knew the secret for relieving arthritis pain

February 27, 2002 Most people think an "old wives' tale" is synonymous with silly, superstitious, useless information. But the fact is that women's oral tradition has passed on a lot of useful knowledge over the years... Read More >

Categories: arthritis pain cod liver oil inflammation

Can HRT increase your risk of Type II diabetes?

February 4, 2002 To take HRT or not to take HRT - that is the controversial question. Some research has shown that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can have health-supporting benefits; and then again, some has shown that it may have some significant risks as well. At HSI, we've tried to cover both sides... Read More >

Categories: hormone replacement therapy HRT Insulin resistance insulin sensitivity Type II Diabetes

Painless mammogram alternatives offer truly early detection

January 9, 2002 We've found two promising procedures that are available to you right now, and that you can use either alone or in conjunction with mammography to provide a clearer picture of your true risk. Both can actually detect cancer earlier than a mammogram alone. And both are simple, non-invasive procedures that... Read More >

Categories: alternatives breast cancer digital infrared imaging early detection mammogram thermography

The real truth about mammograms that every woman should know

December 18, 2001 For two decades now the medical mainstream has been telling women that mammograms can save their lives. I'm sure that when they started, they believed it was true. But mounting research is revealing the new truth: if anything, mammograms may actually do more harm than good... Read More >

Categories: breast cancer mammograms radiation screening surgery unjustified

Is that morning cup of joe really worth it?

December 12, 2001 Some studies show that coffee is bad for your health. Some say it can actually be beneficial. And some say it's okay as long as you don't drink too much of it. Recently, I came across two separate studies that revealed hidden risks from the coffee habit. And it made... Read More >

Categories: benefits breast cancer coffee rheumatoid arthritis risks

Could your asthma inhaler cause osteoporosis?

October 3, 2001 I just recently learned that puffing or inhaling steroids, like those found in asthma inhalers, may pose substantial risk to women's bone health... Read More >

Categories: asthma asthma inhalers bone health bone loss inhaled glucocorticoids steroids triamcinolone acetonide Yamoa Powder
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