After World War II there was a steep rise in certain diseases. They included asthma, allergies, celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, acid reflux, and eczema.
Although it’s not technically a disease, one other condition also skyrocketed: Obesity.
Some doctors call these conditions “modern plagues.” That’s because they were relatively rare before the 20th century. It’s long been a mystery why they suddenly took hold.… Read More
For decades, men had to make a terrible choice after being told they had prostate cancer.
They could have surgery to remove their prostate. This often had devastating side effects. Many men were rendered impotent, incontinent, or both.
They could have radiation treatment. This is less invasive. But the side effects could be just as bad as surgery.
Or they could skip the surgery and radiation…and hope the cancer would not spread—and eventually kill them.… Read More
A fascinating new study could save your life if you are admitted to the hospital.
Researchers from the University of Colorado School of Medicine discovered that patients quickly lose healthy gut bacteria when they are hospitalized.1
And during a hospital stay is exactly when you need robust stomach flora the most. That’s because they can protect you from hospital-acquired infections.… Read More
A new study shows that vitamin B12 can prevent age-related memory loss.1
Scientists at the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden followed more than 500 people over 50. Subjects had annual brain MRIs, cognitive function screenings, and vitamin B12 tests for nine years.
Researchers discovered that people with sufficient B12 suffered less memory loss and brain mass deterioration than those who were short on the vitamin.… Read More
Media speculation is rampant over what caused Donald Trump’s constant sniffles during his debate with Hillary Clinton.
Trump loudly sniffed at least 37 times, according to a count by The Washington Post.1
Internet memes sprang up about the sniffs. They caused a sensation on social media. Speculation ranged from allergies to drug use. But there’s no evidence Trump is allergic to anything.… Read More
Hillary Clinton’s doctors are doing what most doctors do when a patient has pneumonia: They are dosing her with antibiotics.
But there’s a problem with this strategy. Chances are, antibiotics will do absolutely nothing to help her.
Pneumonia is a serious infection of the lungs. It can be caused by a virus or bacteria. In Clinton’s case, doctors don’t yet know which it is.… Read More