Vitamins and supplements cannot take the place of a balanced diet and regular exercise. In certain instances a supplement may be slightly more beneficial, but nutrition and physical activity provide a better foundation for health.
The American Academy of Family Physicians has published a summary of some of the potential risks of interaction between certain herbal supplements and mainstream medications.
Hip replacements are common procedures, and their popularity is expected to increase as baby boomers age. Some younger patients opt for hip resurfacing, but it may make them more vulnerable to needing a full replacement later.
Tiny parts of chromosomes called telomeres appear to have a relationship to the development of heart disease, opening a new avenue of research.
Tips for minimizing jet lag when traveling include shifting to your destination time zone before leaving, staying hydrated, but avoiding caffeine and alcohol, and getting into the rhythm of the local time as quickly as possible after arriving.
I was treated for two weeks with antibiotics and a proton pump inhibitor when I had an H. pylori infection. I’ve continued with the proton pump inhibitor to cut down on stomach acid. Could that be harmful?
Doctors are diagnosing more cases of celiac disease, leading to an increased interest in gluten-free foods, although not everyone who has difficulty digesting gluten has celiac disease.
I take Celebrex for arthritis. I learned that it and the other NSAID medicines increase the risk of bleeding. If that’s true, is my risk for hemorrhagic stroke higher?
I am 86 years old and have been taking Fosamax to strengthen my bones for nearly 10 years. A few months ago, I suddenly fainted and was later diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. Did that happen because I was taking Fosamax?
I have a problem with leg cramps. I asked my doctor about quinine, and she gave me a prescription. But my pharmacist said it’s not available anymore, even by prescription. What happened?