Probiotics
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UPDATED: 17 supplements for women with early breast cancer (part three of series)
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so I wanted to reprise an article from a series I wrote previously about natural ways to support breast cancer treatment. I hope you find this article helpful once again, or for the first…read more
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18 supplements for allergy relief and prevention
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Last week, I offered my top ten tips for beating spring allergies. This week, I’m arming you with the supplements you need to keep the sniffling, sneezing, and watery eyes at bay. (If you’ve seen the footage of the massive…read more
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Are probiotics useless? (Spoiler alert: They’re not!)
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Recently the mainstream media has gone after supplements with a vengeance. Multivitamins, vitamin D, fish oil, and now probiotics have lately come into their cross-hairs. I’ve been called into damage control mode on numerous occasions lately (read my latest rebuttal…read more
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A comprehensive look at your immune health
By Neil Edward Levin
I like and frequently prescribe Protocol For Life Balance . . . They adhere to the highest quality standards and at the same time they’re value-oriented, and offer some of the most competitive prices in the supplement industry. As a…read more
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Probiotics under fire in flawed study—What’s the truth?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
As if recent headlines like this weren’t enough: “Study: A low-carb diet may be cutting your life short”—KGW.com “Instead of taking multivitamins, eat a healthy diet”—Times Colonist “Saturated animal fat more likely to cause liver damage, heart disease and diabetes…read more
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Is the way to a (wo)man’s heart through his(her) stomach?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Earlier this week, I spoke at NYU Langone Medical Center as part of their Heart Health Lecture Series. The subject was “Fostering a Healthy Microbiome for Cardiovascular Health.” Along with Dr. Lea Ann Chen, a gastroenterologist who is doing research on…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Five ways to stay healthy during cold and flu season
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Besides regular hand washing, which can reduce your chances of getting the flu by 50 percent according to the CDC, here are some other things you can do to keep your immune system optimal: 1) Take a probiotic, and eat probiotic foods…read more
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Do you have SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Have you been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Do you suffer from gas, belching, bloating, cramps, abdominal distention, diarrhea and/or constipation? All these may be manifestations of SIBO. How do you find out if you have SIBO? Fortunately, there’s…read more
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19 ways to preserve your gall bladder
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
In the first two articles in this series (here and here), we demolished myths about gall bladder disease. Now, I’ll share with you some documented ways to keep from losing your gall bladder to the surgeon. 1. Low-carb diet. Contrary to popular belief,…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…