Women's Health Letter articles

Recent articles from Women's Health Letter

Two ignored causes of inflammation hold the key to overcoming chronic diseases.(Report)
June 1, 2009... If you have chronic inflammation anywhere in your body, you're at risk for health problems. This is because inflammation is the foundation of most chronic illnesses. This includes cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and every disease that ends in "itis" (arthritis, etc.). So one way you can...

A change in your diet can lower your risk for going blind.(Report)
June 1, 2009... There are two things I remember about my Uncle Ben. First, he loved to eat rich foods. He would drive for hours just to go to a fine restaurant. Eating gourmet meals - heavy on the meat - was his favorite recreation. Second, in his later years, Uncle Ben developed age-related macular...

When friendly bacteria becomes harmful.(Nutrition Detective)(Report)(Brief article)
June 1, 2009... Your intestines have both friendly and harmful bacteria. They should keep one another in check. But when you have too many pathogenic (harmful) bacteria, you're at risk for disease. You may get a bacterial infection, diarrhea, or have other intestinal problems. Most bacteria are either "good"...

Green tea helps you fight cancer ... but it can kill you if you take it with this drug.(Report)
June 1, 2009... It turns out that green tea isn't safe for everyone. Fortunately; most people can still drink this fantastic beverage without concern. Let me explain. I've told you before that it's extremely important for you to talk to your pharmacist about all of your supplements and drugs. Your...

Ask Dr. Nan.(Report)
June 1, 2009... Q: After reading one of your letters, I followed the instructions given for a Pyrilinks urine test. It was abnormal. After taking Ultimate Bone Support for few months, a new test showed it was normal. How long do I have to take the supplement? Can I lower it to once a day? With other...