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An ancient herbal remedy may just be the best medicine for your heart. The news comes from Dr. Michael J. Wyss, lead researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
He’s published a study that shows that an all-natural herbal extract can manage blood pressure. And reduce “bad” LDL cholesterol in your blood.
But Dr. Wyss didn’t just stumble on this discovery by accident.… Read More
Can an endangered South African desert plant relieve arthritic pain? Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, MD, says devil’s claw can. It’s been used for thousands of years by South African natives to treat pain.
As we reported in Tuesday’s message, she’s studied the effects of the herb on arthritis pain. Several other studies and experts confirm its benefits.
She’s had so much success with the herb that she now uses it to help her patients successfully combat arthritic pain.… Read More
The FDA has just approved a new antidepressant drug. It’s called vilazodone. And it’s been created by a small biotech company called Clinical Data.
The story you’ll read in the newspapers is that this new drug is a Good Thing. That’s because it’s the first antidepressant that doesn’t seem to have sexual side effects.
In theory, that is good news for the 18 million Americans dealing with depression each day.… Read More
There’s some exciting news for people with arthritis. One all-natural plant extract can ease pain as effectively as any pain killer. But without any of the risky side effects.
It comes from Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, who has served on the White House Commission of Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She’s also chaired the United States Pharmacopeia Dietary Supplements and Botanicals Expert Committee.… Read More
Is it possible to slow aging through simple supplements? Dr. David Rollo says it is.
As we explained in Tuesday’s message, he’s uncovered a “cocktail” of vitamins, herbs, and nutrients that may prolong healthy living. His study is published in a recent issue of the journal Experimental Biology and Medicine.
He’s reviewed all the previous studies that link vitamins to anti-aging.… Read More
You may have read recently that yogurt-manufacturer Dannon just lost a hefty lawsuit against the FDA and FTC. The federal agencies took the yogurt maker to court for making unsupported health claims.
That legal battle ended in a $21 million fine against Dannon. As well as a ruling to remove specific health claims on packaging and cease marketing its products in this way.… Read More