Published November 13, 2008

Slash your risk for diabetes by 62% with one vitamin

If diabetes runs in your family, your doctor may tell you your risk is extremely high for getting the disease. But type-2 diabetes is 100% preventable – regardless of your family history. And now there’s evidence that you can prevent it with one vitamin.

The Archives of Internal Medicine recently published a study that proves the power of this one vitamin.

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Published November 12, 2008

How arthritis sufferers can get off of pain drugs

I wouldn’t wish pain on anyone. So, I’m not against judicious use of drugs for pain. Unfortunately, many people become dependent on these drugs and must take more pain pills than I would ever recommend. And what’s worse, the drugs begin to cause problems that require more drugs. But there’s a way out of this mess.

A study has confirmed my position on omega-3 supplements and inflammatory pain. It shows that fish oil supplements can help you get off of NSAIDs.

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Published November 7, 2008

Why you should take gingko for more than your brain

You probably already know that gingko biloba is great for your brain. It’s one of the nutrients that every dementia patient must take. But now, it turns out, there’s another reason to take it.

A recent randomized, placebo-controlled study – the best kind – made the discovery.

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