When you go to the doctor because you’re not feeling well, there’s one piece of information you want to know above all others…
You want to know what’s wrong.
Is that asking too much?
Apparently it is. A new Mayo Clinic study exposes how appallingly bad America’s health care system is at providing accurate diagnoses.
… Read MoreMillions of Americans go to the doctor every year for back pain, a cough, allergy symptoms, or some other routine kind of inflammation… And they come home with a week’s worth of prednisone or another steroid drug.
Harmless, right?
A major new study finds these frequently prescribed medications are far more dangerous than previously believed.
… Read MoreHealth Watch readers know we’re big fans of eating organic. We’ve told you about research showing chemical-free food is more nutritious, fights cancer, and lowers the risk of Parkinson’s and autism.
Now, a new study finds another reason to go organic… Insecticides on conventionally raised fruits and vegetables can keep you awake at night.1
Researchers from the University at Buffalo looked at the effects on the human body of two chemical insecticides: carbaryl and carbofuran.… Read More
If you look at the labels of personal care products like shampoo, deodorant, or soap, you’ll see a list of ingredients that is very specific. All the items in the product are disclosed…except one.
For decades, federal regulations have let companies hide nasty chemicals by using the catch-all term “fragrance.”
The Food and Drug Administration exempts manufacturers from having to be more specific, even though the “fragrance” in a product might contain synthetic, toxic, or allergy-provoking substances you should know about.… Read More
For years, Big Pharma has been pushing flu shots—and raking in almost $2 billion in annual revenues from them.1
But flu immunizations are mostly ineffective. A review of 51 studies found no evidence that the flu shot was more effective than a placebo. Other studies show the shot doesn’t work for over 80% of adults.2
This season, even the CDC admits the flu shot is lacking.… Read More
Some 10 million Americans suffer from mild to moderate depression.
Now, a new study has found that many of them could get at least some measure of relief simply by improving their posture.
Researchers from the University of Auckland in New Zealand had previously performed studies that showed sitting upright instead of slumped reduces stress.
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