Published December 23, 2017

The bacteria Helicobacter pylori plays a significant role in the development of stomach cancer. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) actually help kill off H. pylori. So you would think that PPIs would help lower your stomach cancer risk. Turns out, the opposite is true – particularly if you keep using PPIs for a long time after you get rid of the H. pylori.

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Published December 21, 2017

Researchers have been investigating some of the differences between early-onset and late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (LOAD). Early-onset Alzheimer’s is often related to a build-up of amyloid beta plaques. But this doesn’t adequately explain the progression of LOAD, which affects over 5 million people in the U.S. Now researchers are finding out why there’s a difference.

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Published December 19, 2017

Auricular acupressure involves stimulating certain acupuncture points on the surface of the ear. The points can be stimulated with pressure using magnets, seeds, a pencil eraser, and even electrical stimulation. Acupuncturists use these points for treating pain, digestive problems, smoking cessation, weight loss, and anxiety. But the points also can be used to lower intraocular pressure.

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