2014-08-06 12:07:12 A recently published study evaluated the effectiveness of Pilates exercise in people with chronic low back pain through a systematic review (1). This means that multiple randomized controlled trials were examined and this…
Read More2014-08-06 12:06:55 Nitrous oxide is the anesthetic agent used in general anesthesia. Evidence suggests that being exposed to this gas leads to higher levels of homocysteine. Homocysteine is an amino acid that has been linked…
Read More2014-08-06 12:06:41 Nut consumption has previously been associated with reduced heart disease risk. There is some mixed evidence about the effects of nuts on blood pressure and the underlying effects on how it impacts blood…
Read More2014-08-06 12:06:08 Vitamin K is a vitamin typically associated with the ability of blood to clot. It also plays a role in bone health. A recent study looked at the association of dietary intake of…
Read MoreLiver diseases include a number of different health conditions; in conventional medicine, they are bundled under the umbrella term “hepatology”, which typically includes the health conditions related to the liver, the gallbladder, and the pancreas.…
Read MoreThomas Jefferson once said, “Our greatest happiness does not depend on the condition of life in which chance has placed us, but is always the result of a good conscience, good health, occupation, and freedom…
Read MoreThe term “dysmenorrhea” is commonly used to describe painful menstruation. Considered one of the most common conditions in women’s health, its effective treatment relies on determining and addressing the root cause. When the pain is…
Read MoreParkinson’s disease is one of the most common chronic and progressive neurodegenerative disorders. It typically begins after the age of 50, and it affects approximately 1% of individuals over 60. The lifetime risk of developing…
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