More than 100 million Americans suffer from the symptoms of occasional heartburn and stomach problems associated with eating dairy, fruits or spicy foods. And since acid-suppressing drugs rake in more than $17 billion a year in profits you might be taking one of these prescription meds. The drugs, called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), are intended
In various European and Asian countries, magnetic therapy has long been used to help heal broken bones and soft-tissue injuries. Some U.S. doctors have begun to pioneer its use in their practices. Studies show regular use of magnets can help ease arthritis pain prevent heart disease slow tumor growth and even boost mental function in
You should base your protein intake on your weight, not your age, according to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) is 0.80 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. Thats 54 grams of protein per day for a 150-pound adult. You might add lean protein like fish and chicken
Many folks pop a daily aspirin pill to reduce their risk of experiencing a heart or brain disaster. They do this with the blessings of their physicians and the medical establishment. But results from a new trial foundcontrary to popular opinionthat aspirin does not reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke for people with
People who are looking after the health of their heart may already be taking EDTA to promote healthy circulation throughout the vascular system. Now, a new Italian study suggests that eating a small amount of dark chocolate each day can also protect against cardiovascular disease. The results, published in the Journal of Nutrition, state that
Women who exercise for at least two and a half hours each week may be able to reduce their risk of developing endometrial cancer, researchers from Yale University indicate. Endometrial cancer is just one of the many uterine cancers, and is specifically associated with that develops in the uterus. The scientists analyzed the data of
Taking a dietary supplement to give the body the nutrients it needs can be an effective way of maintaining a healthy immune system, which is why many athletes choose vitamin supplements as part of a healthy diet. However, keeping the immune system in working order may de doubly important for marathoners, many of whom complain
Breast cancer cases in the U.S. began to fall as a large number of women ceased hormone replacement therapy (HRT), new research reveals. Findings published in the New England Journal of Medicine suggest that HRT may raise a womans risk of cancer, particularly if she continues treatment for more than two years. Oncologist Dr. Rowan
A new study shows that rapid weight loss may prevent the weight from returning, according to findings in the International Journal of Behavioral Medicine. About 260 women who were categorized as obese enrolled in the Treatment of Obesity in Underserved Rural Settings trial in which participants followed specific lifestyle requirements for six months. Among the
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, Whether or not youre like me and like to keep up with news about the latest gadgets, it sure helps to keep abreast of new technologies that may impact your health. Well, in todays edition of Health News Weekly, Ill share what scientists have discovered about how car GPS technology can be