Category: ask-the-doctor

What would cause the bottoms of my feet to "burn" at night when I go to bed?

My doctor told me I have an enlarged heart. I have high blood pressure, but otherwise feel fine. What can you tell me about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for an enlarged heart?

I am a 66-year-old woman. My heart rate is in the fifties at times. Is this normal?

I was diagnosed with asthma 5 years ago, and my doctor prescribed an inhaler to use daily. I haven't had any symptoms for a year now, even though I stopped using my inhaler. Can asthma go away?

What causes stomach flu and how is it transmitted?

Curious which foods can drive up LDL, or bad, cholesterol? Explore the role of saturated fat and how Mediterranean-style eating may protect your heart.

I am a 41-year-old man who is getting back into body building and considering a protein supplement. How many grams of protein can the body digest and use at a time?

Claims that nightshade vegetables worsen rheumatoid arthritis are widespread. See what research says and which eating patterns show more promise.

I have a high iron blood level. Should I be on a special diet?