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Doctors’ panel doubles-down on recommendation for only synthetic thyroid for hypothyroidism
One of the most contentious issues in the field of endocrinology is whether natural thyroid medications (Armour Thyroid, Natural Desiccated Thyroid, Thyrolar etc.) are better alternatives for some patients suffering from hypothyroidism than synthetic drugs (Synthroid, Levothroid, L-thyroxine,…read more
Categories:Endocrinology Hypothyroidism Supplements
Ask Leyla: What are my optimal blood sugar levels?
Q: What should a “normal,” healthy blood sugar reading look like? Note: I am going to assume you mean fasting blood sugar, as this is what most doctors check to determine any abnormalities. A: Generally, the normal range…read more
Categories:Diabetes Hypoglycemia
Reduce inflammation to protect your brain
This article originally appeared on Dr. Perlmutter’s website. Everyone is familiar with inflammation. When a joint is inflamed with arthritis, it swells, gets red, becomes painful, and becomes less functional. Inflammation may also occur in areas that are…read more
Categories:Aging Alzheimer’s Cancer Diabetes Heart Disease Heart Health Neurological Health Nutrition and Weight Parkinson's Disease
Ask Leyla: When it comes to supplements, how much is too much?
Q: I know supplements can go a long way toward helping me maintain optimal health, but I’m a little lost as to the correct dosages. Is it OK to just follow the instructions on the bottle? With regard to my…read more
Categories:Heart Health Liver disease Menopause Supplements
Enjoy your vices, round 37: The salt controversy
This article originally appeared on Vitality 101 with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum. Three new studies came out this week shedding more light on the salt controversy. As we’ve noted for many years, the current fad of salt restriction is…read more
Categories:Fibromyalgia General Nutrition Heart Disease Heart Health Hypertension Nutrition Controversies
The artificial sweetener controversy: Who should you believe?
Recently several sophisticated scientific studies have reached diametrically opposed conclusions: “Zero-calorie” sweeteners either (a) help prevent or (b) increase the risk of obesity and diabetes. Since hundreds of millions of Americans use them, and metabolic syndrome arising from overweight…read more
Fill your glass with this to improve gut microbiota
This article originally appeared on DrPerlmutter.com. There is certainly been a lot of discussion in the scientific community I related to the positive aspects of drinking red wine. Red wine, in addition to its healthy content of polyphenols…read more
Categories:Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Problems Autism Cancer Diabetes Digestive Health Heart Health
Who’s really in charge here–you or your germs?
Maybe you’ve heard the expression, “It’s not your fault you’re fat.” Alternatively we may say of someone who’s having a bad day: “He’s just not himself.” Lawyers have even tried to sway murder juries with the “Twinkie Defense.”…read more
Categories:Cancer Candida Digestive Health General Nutrition Nutrition and Weight Nutrition Controversies Obesity Supplements Women’s Health
Ask Leyla: What is the key to recovery after exercise?
Q: I try to maintain an active lifestyle and am an avid runner. However, I know that distance running can sap my body of important nutrients. After running nine miles and perspiring heavily, what nutrients does my body…read more
Categories:Exercise Nutrition and Weight Supplements
Ask Leyla: Could green tea be causing me adrenal stress?
Q: I drink about three to five cups of organic green tea every day. I mentioned to my chiropractor that menopause has brought me disrupted sleep and difficulty burning fat and building muscle even though I’m a CrossFitter, do…read more
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
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Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
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Q: My mother is otherwise healthy, takes no medications and walks daily for exercise, but she…
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More mask misdirection (and some possible clarity): I’m finally getting a handle on this mask…
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We are living in unprecedented and unpredictable times. It seems every day brings new recommendations…
COVID-19 Special: The Unprecedented Challenges our Front Line Healthcare Professionals are Experiencing, Part 1
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