It's true that your body needs sugar. But excess sugar is causing a real problem in the form of Advanced Glycation End-products, or AGEs for short. AGEs are the mutant molecules formed when rogue sugar molecules attach themselves to healthy proteins, lipids or various types of cells and tissues ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:February 9, 2016
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
You Might Not Believe What the FDA Allows in Children’s Shampoo
If I told you there were a kids' shampoo that contained an insecticide, you might not be entirely shocked. It IS shocking. But we've seen worse than that. Unfortunately, I'm not done. The insecticide is a known neurotoxin. Okay. Now it just got serious. But wait -- there's more. This ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
Is Combining Herbs with Drugs Always Safe?
Question: I know that most cries of "herbs are dangerous!" are unfounded. But can herbs react with drugs? Are those reactions dangerous? Dr. Wright: Herb-drug interactions can be dangerous, depending on the herb, the drug, and the combination of the two. A few years ago, regular Nutrition & ... Read More ›
UPDATED:January 24, 2017
Sorry to Pop Your Soda Bubble
Dear Pharmacist, My teenage daughter downs several diet sodas a day. She insists they're a healthy, weight-loss alternative to regular sodas. Should I be concerned? --E.L., Phoenix, Arizona Answer: In a word, YES. Several studies published this year suggest diet soda ... Read More ›
February 8, 2016
Supplements To Promote Good Kidney Function
Dear Dr. Cutler, In my last blood test to check my kidneys, my creatinine level was within the normal range, I believe, at 1.1 mg/dL. But an additional test called the BUN test was also done, and my level was 59 but should have been near 70. I'm afraid my kidneys might not be filtering as well as ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
Avoiding The Diabetes Double Whammy
If you're one of the 19 million Americans with diabetes, you know the disease can bring on some pretty scary consequences. Because your body can't properly control blood sugar, diabetes can leave you at greater risk of heart disease as well as losing limbs, eyesight and kidney function. But ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Natural Health Breakthrough for Diabetic Kidney Problems
There is great news of a natural health breakthrough that may help diabetics who have impaired kidney function. It comes in the form of healing foods. Researchers have for the first time found that a special high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet may reverse that impaired kidney function. Those with type 1 ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Blood Pressure Medications Are Better Spaced Apart
Dear Pharmacist, I take four different medications for blood pressure in the morning. The labels all say, "Take once daily." Is that the best way to take them? I only ask because I bought a blood pressure monitor and I test myself, and my blood pressure is great all day and rises by nightfall. ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Stay Satisfied: Avoid Steroid Side Effects with Grass-Fed Meat
Do you remember how a burger used to taste when you were a kid? My mouth is watering just thinking about it... The meat was dense and juicy. Every bite was full of flavor. You could actually chew on it. And back then, you didn't need to eat more than one burger to be full and ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
Protect Your Health From The Effects Of AGEs
It's true that your body needs sugar. But excess sugar is causing a real problem in the form of Advanced Glycation End-products, or AGEs for short. AGEs are the mutant molecules formed when rogue sugar molecules attach themselves to healthy proteins, lipids or various types of cells and tissues ... Read More ›
