General health related news and research.
As a physician, one of the common questions that I am asked from my patients is in regards to dietary factors associated with acne. So, let’s take a look at a recent meta-analysis published in the journal, Clinical Nutrition1 to find out if we can separate fact from fiction in terms of foods associated with…
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For those looking for natural arthritis treatments or joint pain remedies, the task can be daunting. Chances are if you’re searching Google for joint pain supplements, you’re going to land on a page that’s trying to sell you something… This isn’t one of those pages. Osteoarthritis (not to be confused with rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune…
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One common question patients often ask themselves is if cold weather actually makes their arthritic joints ache? Is there any scientific merit behind what many either consider just a wives’ tale or simply common sense? According to various research studies, I’m not alone. Studies suggest that people who have arthritis often assert that weather conditions…
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For those of you who’re interested in shedding a few pounds–whether your motivation comes from wanting to improve your overall health or simply look better at the beach this summer, the coffee bean just keeps giving and giving… Previously, I wrote about how coffee mannans (coffee mannooligosaccharides) which are basically an indigestible component found in…
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Next to water, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world. Speaking of water, with all of the potential health benefits of green tea, in particular, perhaps we should be putting it in the water? Seriously. Or rather, let’s take a look at some reasons why you should be drinking green tea more…
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For those of us in colder climates, many of us have already battled the common cold this season. Though generally not a serious illness for those who’re otherwise healthy, the common cold can be a nuisance. Keep reading to find out some natural cold remedies that have been evaluated in randomized controlled trials. What Are…
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Market research suggests that l-arginine is a very popular amino acid supplement among male students. L-arginine is a conditionally essential amino acid that’s involved in several metabolic pathways. Accordingly, a typical western diet provides approximately 3-6 g of l-arginine per day . L-Arginine and Growth Hormone For athletes, two of the most important pathways include…
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