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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Published November 7, 2008

To protect your memory, drink less of this...

Health practitioners keep making the same mistake.  They assume that just because something is harmful when taken in large amounts it is also harmful in small amounts — just less harmful.

Take coffee, for instance. In high enough doses, coffee definitely has adverse effects. It can interfere with  liver function and cause heart burn. It can interrupt the sleep cycle and lead to insomnia. It can cause anxiety. It can raise blood pressure and heart rate. I have even seen it cause  the irregular heartbeats called arrhythmias. So doctors tell people to avoid coffee. Big mistake.

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