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The diagnosis process for celiac disease can be a long and difficult journey for some patients. The Mayo Clinic recently addressed a common concern from patients who are trying to determine if they have celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. The clinic highlighted some of the common steps taken to determine a diagnosis, and some of the issues that may arise.
Today’s women can spend over a third of their lives in the post-menopausal stage. Many women are turning to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to manage their symptoms. However, are all hormone replacement therapies equal and safe? Since HRT was introduced in the 1960s, there has been controversy over the safety of using synthetic hormones for menopausal symptom relief. Do other options exist, and are they safer?
Echinacea is an herb that has long been the subject of controversy concerning its healing abilities, especially involving the upper respiratory tract infections such as the common cold and the flu. Now a new comparative study published in Current Therapeutic Research suggests that Echinacea is as effective against flu viruses as oseltamivir, also known as Tamiflu.
Some of the edible medical marijuana products on the market are mislabeled, according to a new study in JAMA. This could prove to be a significant problem for the estimated 16 to 26 percent of medical marijuana users who consume “medibles.”
Do you dread going on vacation because you are worried that it will lead to your backsliding on your current weight loss efforts? Especially if you at one of those all-inclusive meal resorts or cruise ships! According to Doctor Oz, that does not have to happen. In fact, many people actually lose weight while on vacation when they follow his vacation weight loss tips.
A new report indicates that there is growing concern about conflicts of interest and fibromyalgia drug studies. Researchers found that most of the studies had at least one financial conflict of interest (FCOI), and many were sponsored by drug companies.
Although some apartments take a hostile stance when it comes to pet ownership, new studies show that pet ownership results in significant health benefits, so there may be cause to reevaluate pet policies. What exactly are the benefits of the cat in the corner, or a hound barking at passing neighbors? The benefits are numerous and range from lower blood pressure to lower anxiety.
Did you know that most dieters regain 40 percent of their lost weight in the first year after weight loss; and, eventually wind up regaining everything they lost within five years? A new study published in the Journal of Obesity reveals to dieters the trick to losing the weight and how to keep from regaining it.
A new study found that men are more likely to cheat on their gluten-free diet despite being diagnosed with celiac disease. The research also reveals that celiac disease sufferers often feel stigmatized because of the condition. Cheating on the gluten-free diet has both short-term and long-term consequences that can lead to serious health issues.
The Patriots' Dominique Easley is focusing on fibromyalgia awareness and wants to find a cure for this condition. He has revealed that his sister, Destinee, has fibromyalgia and suffers from chronic pain that often prevents her from being able to walk. Easley plans to donate the money from his football camp to fibromyalgia research.
A recent analysis about what studies are really telling us about weight loss is that dieting does more good than exercising does toward losing weight.
A new study from Northwestern Medicine researchers found forty-three percent of consumers surveyed had no idea what to look for when choosing the right sunscreen. Are you using the right skin protection?
Researchers have tapped more deeply into the positive effects animals can have on our health. Indiana University scientists recently discovered watching cat videos can boost our mood, give us more energy and more. Interestingly, people with certain personality traits seem to enjoy watching cats on the internet more than others.
Results of a small pilot study suggest vitamin D might help keep Crohn's disease in remission and improve quality of life for people diagnosed with the inflammatory bowel disease.
While there are a wide range of diet plans to choose from, what works best - choosing your preference or flipping a coin? Here is what one small study found that surprised weight loss experts.
Findings published online in the Journal Heart suggests chocolate can be enjoyed even by people concerned about their risk for heart attack and stroke.
A new study examined the use of gabapentin to treat fibromyalgia in patients who suffered from pain and sleep problems. Although the drug was originally created to treat epilepsy, doctors have been using it for other conditions. There are a limited number of older studies on gabapentin being used to treat fibromyalgia, so the new research is significant.
A study conducted only in the laboratory suggests taking an aspirin a day might help prevent breast and other types of cancer. Researchers for the study that appears in the July 2015 issue of Laboratory Investigation say aspirin appears to have the ability to block cancer stem cells from reproducing.
We have known for years that salt in our diet is the bugaboo of good health. However, researchers have recently discovered that testing a French fry hypothesis by varying the salt content in the diets of mice on a high fat diet suggests a new anti-obesity tactic that may be the answer to treating obesity in man.
According to a recent news report, rapidly rising numbers of obese patients are choosing a bariatric surgery weight loss procedure referred to as “the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy” as their go-to weight loss surgical procedure. Here’s an update on why this type of surgery is preferred by these patients.
A new study analyzes electronic health record incentive programs and physician participation. Researchers discovered that the financial rewards are working, and more doctors are switching to electronic health records. However, they are concerned that a digital divide is forming between physicians who have accepted electronic health record (EHR) adoption, and physicians who have not made the change.
Unless you have a nut or peanut allergy, new research findings suggest you may want to eat at least half a handful of nuts or peanuts every day. At least 10 grams of these foods, but not peanut butter, could reduce your risk of succumbing to several major causes of death.
There are a lot of dieting and weight loss programs to choose from. But which one is right for you? Here's one example dieting program recently reported from Arkansas - a state that ranks 4th nationwide in obesity - that helped a chef lose 32 pounds in just 8 weeks.
Although many diets recommend cutting chocolate out of your daily diet, a new published study explains one reason why this just may be a bad dieting tip for you.
The FDA has approved a trial for a vaccine for type 1 diabetes that will launch this summer. Doctor Denise Faustman of Massachusetts General Hospital has been studying BCG for reversing type 1 diabetes.
A new study has found that daytime naps can actually increase fibromyalgia symptoms. The surprising finding is related to disturbed nighttime sleeping habits that develop as a result of daytime naps. In addition, the duration of the daytime naps has a strong impact on memory.
A new study has found that larazotide acetate shows promise as a treatment option for celiac disease. The medication was able to reduce symptoms and pain for patients who were on a gluten-free diet. Researchers believe it can help patients who are on the strict diet and still experiencing celiac disease symptoms.
Questions about whether statin use is associated with memory loss have circulated for years. Now the results of a new study that looked at this question and involved about 1 million people have been published, but has the question been answered?
Do you believe that only celebrities who can afford both the time and expense of personal trainers and fashionable weight loss centers can succeed at weight loss? According to a recent study, researchers found that one non-profit weight loss program called “Take Off Pounds Sensibly” offers the kind of affordable long-term results that often elude many—even some of those celebrity dieters.
Could high triglycerides be a good thing for some people? A new study suggests the fatty acid seems to protect some from developing type 2 diabetes.
