Millions of Americans rely on statin drugs to lower elevated blood cholesterol levels. But troublesome side effects cause as many as three-quarters of patients to stop statin treatment. In his book, The Hidden Truth about Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs, former pharmaceutical company drug chemist Shane Ellison says the first step toward preventing heart disease is engaging in
Keeping your skin nourished during cold weather can be tough, but resist the urge to take hot showers or baths, said Alan Menter, M.D., of Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. He suggests keeping your shower brief and lukewarm, and using moisture-rich body soaps. Pat yourself dry and apply lotion while your body is still
Here is an easy and possibly even enjoyable way to boost your immunity: try getting some more shut-eye. A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine found that getting less sleep can increase a persons risk of coming down with a cold. Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University tracked the sleeping habits of more than
As natural therapies go, this one may be a bit unorthodox, but scientists believe a compound found in scorpion venom combined with nanoparticles may become a new health resource for those suffering from brain cancer. In a recently conducted study of the compound called chlorotoxin, researchers from the University of Washington found that the combination
An herbal supplement may show promise for patients ravaged by a co-infection of tuberculosis and HIV, according to a Ukrainian study. For two months, forty patients with terminal stage HIV/TB who were visiting a free clinic specializing in tuberculosis received either tuberculosis drugs alone, or a combination therapy that included both the tuberculosis therapy and
In the quest to refine youth-preserving natural treatments, scientists have conducted experiments which showed light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and a cream based on green tea extract may help smooth facial wrinkles. Non-invasive phototherapy has been used to treat skin imperfections for decades, but German scientists believe combining it with antioxidant-rich great tea lotion will take the
New research indicates that doctors are not carefully monitoring antipsychotic drugs, which can ultimately cause high blood pressure and cholesterol levels in some patients. According to research presented in the Archives of General Psychiatry, it was found that many doctors ignore the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warning when prescribing antipsychotic drugs to their patients.
Almost everyone in the U.S. has heard the time-tested saying, but new research indicates it may actually be true consuming at least one apple each day may protect overall health and wellness. This effect is largely due to the fruit’s antioxidants, which are compounds also found in dietary supplements. A study presented at the
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, Most folks would agree that a tuna fish sandwich or a dollop of tuna on a bed of lettuce sound like healthy eating choices. In todays Monday Edition of Health News Weekly, Ill tell you why some types of tuna may be TOXIC to your healthand which fish might be a healthier
A new study has found that menopause can present a whole spectrum of symptoms and some of the more severe ones can have a profoundly negative impact on a womans quality of life. The Menopause Impact Survey was sponsored by Duramed Pharmaceuticals and found a majority of women (67 percent) reported their menopause negatively impacted