More than 3 million Americans have been told by their doctors that they have a nut allergy.
Typically, they are diagnosed after eating something containing nuts and having a reaction. When they go to their doctor, they are given a skin prick or blood test to confirm their sensitivity.
If the test is positive, their doctor tells them to stay away from all nuts.… Read More
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A new study shows that a daily dose of one kind of fruit juice increases blood flow to the brain, improving cognitive function and memory in seniors. Not only that, the findings suggest the juice reduces depression.
What is this miracle drink?
It’s the juice of a superfood that you may already eat: blueberry.
… Read MoreFor decades, doctors have been prescribing Valium as a standard treatment for lower back pain.1
The idea was that this powerful sedative would relax the muscles to ease pain.2
But a new study finds that Valium (diazepam) works no better than a sugar pill for back pain. In fact, patients taking a sugar pill actually recover faster.
… Read MoreFor years, researchers have told us about the importance of probiotics for good health. “Good” bacteria have been shown to aid digestion, fight depression, and boost immunity.
Now, a new study has found that prebiotics—the so-called “fertilizer” for probiotics—have their own unique set of health benefits. Prebiotics are plant fibers that nourish probiotic bacteria.
Researchers at the University of Colorado say there is strong evidence that prebiotics ease stress and insomnia.… Read More
In 1994, the FDA approved a technology that promised to revolutionize the treatment of broken bones. It was called LIPUS, which stood for low-intensity pulsed ultrasound.
LIPUS devices send sound waves into bones and purportedly speed healing.
Americans suffer about 1.5 million bone fractures a year. We spend $18 billion a year to treat them. And lost productivity from time off work costs us billions more.… Read More