Diseases & Conditions

What Can I Do at the Gym When I Have Hip Pain?

What Can I Do at the Gym When I Have Hip Pain?

August 2, 2019

When your hips are hurting, you don’t have to forgo your gym workouts. These exercises won’t bother your hips—and may even ease the pain…

Ozone-Safe Primatene Mist Inhaler Is Not Safe for Asthma

Ozone-Safe Primatene Mist Inhaler Is Not Safe for Asthma

August 1, 2019

Primatene Mist epinephrine inhaler is now ozone-safe, FDA-approved and back on the market—but a dangerous choice for people with asthma. Here’s why.

The Root Cause of Heart Palpitations, Anger, Weight Gain, More
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

The Root Cause of Heart Palpitations, Anger, Weight Gain, More

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | July 27, 2019

Lily was concerned that the symptoms accompanying her heart palpitations—anger, interim weight gain, breast tenderness—signified a grave problem.

Is a “Slipping Rib” Causing Your Pain?
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Is a “Slipping Rib” Causing Your Pain?

July 15, 2019

Pain in your back, chest or belly that eludes diagnosis could be a rib that’s slipped out of place. Here’s how to get the right diagnosis...and treatment.

Relieve Chronic Pain with Powerful Posture Exercises

Relieve Chronic Pain with Powerful Posture Exercises

June 24, 2019

Hunching, slumping and slouching causes chronic pain. Straighten up and find relief with these targeted exercises.

Dementia Affects Vision, Too: 6 Changes to Watch Out For

Dementia Affects Vision, Too: 6 Changes to Watch Out For

June 17, 2019

Dementia affects more than memory and behavior. It literally changes the way that a person sees the world. Here’s how you can help…

Pancreatic Cancer: You Can Spot This Killer Before It’s Too Late

Pancreatic Cancer: You Can Spot This Killer Before It’s Too Late

June 17, 2019

Pancreatic cancer is often lethal because it is rarely detected in early stages. Now, life-saving screening can monitor your risk. Read on…

Starting Physical Therapy? Here’s How to Make Sure It Works

Starting Physical Therapy? Here’s How to Make Sure It Works

June 17, 2019

Physical therapy can relieve common pain conditions—if the underlying cause is correctly identified. How to ensure that the real problem gets treated…

6 Signs That DCIS Is Likely to Become Invasive Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer

6 Signs That DCIS Is Likely to Become Invasive Breast Cancer

June 13, 2019

Most women choose surgery and radiation even though DCIS usually doesn’t become invasive breast cancer. New guidelines help make a better choice.

Hidden Cause of Neck and Shoulder Pain: Low Hormones
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Hidden Cause of Neck and Shoulder Pain: Low Hormones

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | June 1, 2019

Kara’s neck and shoulder pain had grown so acute she could hardly fasten her bra. Here’s the three-pronged approach that brought relief.

Jump-Start a Brain-Healthy Lifestyle with This One-Week Plan

Jump-Start a Brain-Healthy Lifestyle with This One-Week Plan

Dean Sherzai, MD, PhD, and Ayesha Sherzai, MD | May 15, 2019

Few health problems are as frightening as cognitive decline. To give yourself the best odds of avoiding it, lifestyle is the key. To get started…

Is Stomach Dysplasia the Same as Cancer?
Cancer

Is Stomach Dysplasia the Same as Cancer?

Stephen Heller, MD | April 16, 2019

Stomach cancer is a life-threatening diagnosis, but stomach dysplasia is a precancerous condition that may not be as serious. Read on for details…

Best Way to Walk for Strong Bones

Best Way to Walk for Strong Bones

Katarina Borer, PhD | April 12, 2019

Walking helps fracture-proof postmenopausal bones—but it’s even better at doing that if you do one thing before you walk, and one when you walk.

Mushrooms: The Brain Food That Fights Dementia

Mushrooms: The Brain Food That Fights Dementia

April 11, 2019

If you want to keep your mind sharp, a new brain-boosting food has just been revealed by researchers. Read on for the details…

Could You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis and Not Know It?

Could You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis and Not Know It?

Faizah Siddique, MD | March 29, 2019

If you have rheumatoid arthritis symptoms but tests come back negative, you could have seronegative RA. Here’s how to get diagnosed and treated.