2014-05-06 10:10:05 Getting a positive result on a screening test for cancer, like a mammogram, can be quite distressing. However, mammograms can be effective in decreasing negative consequences from breast cancer. A new study was…
Read More2014-05-06 10:08:53 Melatonin is a natural hormone found in humans. Circulating levels of melatonin vary in the daily cycle and it helps to maintain several biological functions. For this reason, it is most commonly used…
Read More2014-04-07 08:43:34 In many respects, Europe is more progressive compared to North America in its approach to medicine and use of natural therapies. In Germany, many herbal medicines are in common use by conventionally trained…
Read More2014-04-07 08:42:55 The health benefits of dark chocolate are becoming well known. The antioxidants in dark chocolate have a host of health benefits, including lowering blood pressure and improving blood glucose. The trick to healthy…
Read More2014-04-07 08:42:22 N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is best known among the naturopathic community for its glutathione enhancing effects. NAC is a nutrient precursor for glutathione. Glutathione is one of the most important antioxidant enzymes present within cells.…
Read More2014-04-07 08:41:30 Individuals with hypothyroidism require life-long thyroid hormone replacement therapy. Typically, patients are put on a synthetic version of T4 called Synthroid or levothyroxine. Some patients however do not tolerate this medication well, or…
Read More2014-04-07 08:40:41 Creatine is a naturally occurring substance often used in supplement form by many body builders to increase muscle mass. It has several mechanisms of action but it is well known to increase ATP…
Read More2014-02-28 10:48:18 Hormonal changes are a natural part of aging for both men and women. For years the focus had been on women and menopause. This is partly due to the less dramatic way in…
Read More2014-02-28 10:47:33 Intravenous (IV) Vitamin C is a popular adjunct treatment in cancer patients that is offered by many integrative practitioners, including naturopathic doctors as well as some medical doctors. Its efficacy has been in…
Read More2014-02-28 10:46:22 Iron deficiency anemia is the most common cause of anemia, affecting roughly two billion people worldwide.(1) It can cause low energy, weakness, frequent infections, dizziness, and can affect appetite, cognitive and motor development…
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