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While this time of year certainly brings a lot of new beginnings and wonderful changes in the weather and nature, it can also be a prime time for catching some pretty nasty colds! You know, the kids are back in school, spreading their germs, that barista at your local coffee shop that’s back there coughing […]
We’ve all heard about the dangers of having high cholesterol, but what does that really mean? If having too much cholesterol is dangerous, why does our body have trouble clearing it out? On this episode of the Health Bridge, Pedram Shojai welcomes Dr. Tami Meraglia. She still runs a practice and deals with this issue […]
A new study examining alcohol-dependency revealed that the genetic component that determines eye color lines up alongside the same chromosome that determines the risk of alcohol abuse. The results revealed those with blue eyes are among the highest at risk for dependency, but even lighter colored eyes such as green, gray and those with lighter […]
Artificial limbs help people who have had to undergo amputation, and more than 1.5 million people in the U.S. have benefited from replacement limbs thanks to prosthetic technology. Unfortunately, the said artificial devices are limited in function and appearance. So, Harald Ott, scientist at Massachusetts General Hospital, sought to create an artificial, functioning device that […]
Expectation is the root of all heartache, according to Shakespeare, but when it comes to placebos used to treat headaches and toothaches – as well as various other aches, for that matter – studies show that expectation is the root of all success. That is, a patient’s expectation that a placebo will work, increases the […]
Researchers at Columbia University recently published a study that points to a connection between a baby’s birth month and its risk for certain diseases later in life. May babies, according to the study, have the least overall risk for disease, while October and November births show the greatest risk. The study uncovered seasonal trends, as […]
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome, commonly referred to as MERS, seems to be lessening its grip on South Korea after infecting roughly 150 people and killing 16 since mid-May. The outbreak is the largest number of cases known outside of the Arabian peninsula, where, since 2012, 1,100 cases of the virus have been confirmed, with roughly […]
By now you’ve probably heard that gluten can be harmful, but do you know why? For many people, avoiding gluten has become a cultural as well as a dietary choice. Gluten allergies and sensitivities are on the rise and we hear about this everywhere. Although the gluten-free lifestyle appeals to roughly 30 percent of U.S. adults, […]
Allergy season is upon us, and there’s nothing worse than having to load up on medication while dealing with a stuffy nose and other unbearable symptoms. Good news is we can possibly find relief naturally. (Remember to check with your doctor first if you’re taking any medications or have any concerns.) Consider the following: 1. […]
Mushrooms are one of the more fascinating organisms on the planet. The fungus has long been used by many cultures in cooking, as a medicine for its healing properties and as a spiritual tool in its psychoactive form. Recent studies have advanced our knowledge of what they’re capable of, beyond their role as a meal […]
Chest pains. Loss of breath. Panic attacks. They’re all conditions associated with feelings of anxiety. If there’s a tough situation taking a toll on your physical and mental well-being, perhaps it’s time to give some natural remedies a try. In most cases of anxiety today, modern Western medicine will adhere to prescription medications, but according […]
It’s clear modern science has seen exponential growth within the past century. This has fortunately lead to advances in modern medicine, which have helped save countless lives. Unfortunately, we are still caught in the middle of a biological war on a microscopic scale – with our bodies as the battlefield. Just as the human race […]
Viagra has embedded itself into popular culture over the past two decades, becoming one of the most notable pharmaceutical drugs on the market and the punchline of countless jokes. It counteracts erectile dysfunction by helping the body retain more of a chemical produced by the body called cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP), which tells the smooth […]
Planning to shed pounds before an upcoming wedding, reunion or for that summer bathing suit, and thinking that swallowing diet pills will do the trick? That weight-loss strategy could actually do you more harm than good. Weight-loss pills are aimed to help you shed some pounds, but there isn’t a lot of science backing up […]
Considered part of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is one of the oldest, continually practiced ancient medicines. It’s become a mainstay in alternative medicine, right next to chiropractic work. How can athletes use the power of acupuncture to improve their game? Well, it’s not an alternative to old-fashioned training, but it can assist an athlete who […]
Reefer Madness unskillfully detailed the gleeful descent into crime and insanity that would occur the instant any unsuspecting youth took their first puff of marijuana. That was 79 years ago. America’s view has changed a bit. The use of marijuana for medical purposes is now legal in 32 states as well as the District of […]
Not a day goes by when there isn’t some sort of news related to the toxins in our environment and food. Let’s see, there’s the heavy metals. There’s the pesticides. And just good old air pollution. Never mind a multitude of other chemicals and toxins we ingest or live with knowingly or unknowingly. “It is […]
We’ve heard it before, antibiotics can potentially do more harm than good, but the evidence just keeps piling up. Research from Oregon State University has shown that antibiotics affect microorganisms living in an animal’s gut in more ways than previously thought. It’s been long established that antibiotics disrupt the natural order of microbiota in the […]
Some of us age more gracefully than others in not just physical appearance, but mentally as well. “Superagers” are people who are above the age of 80, but can recall memories better and clearer than those decades younger. Researchers have recently started taking a look at the brains of superagers and trying to find out […]
If you’ve been under stress lately, are having trouble losing body fat and have been noticeably irritable, it may be a good time to have your cortisol levels tested. Cortisol is a hormone generally triggered by stress and generated from the adrenal glands. If there is too much, it can raise blood pressure, halt weight […]
