Health Bytes Archive January 2009

Today, before children reach school age, they receive over 22 vaccinations: Chickenpox, smallpox, polio, measles, the list goes on. Most vaccinations are required by schools, which is one reason that parents don't question the paediatricians who issue the shots

Believe it or not, this reaction is the result of an important, natural detoxification process. It's one of the ways your body excretes some of the volatile compounds found in garlic.

In the world of blood pressure drugs, diuretics seem like the lesser evil. But researchers from Johns Hopkins recently discovered that, they may actually be causing a much bigger problem – diabetes.

Is colloidal silver all its made out to be? Why does it work? What are the side effects and what do medical experts have to say about it? All your questions answered by this maverick MD.

Dr Wright answers questions about several different versions of vitamin K – K1, K2, and K3. What's the difference? What do they do and much more.

Researchers from Emory University School of Medicine discovered that patients with Parkinson's disease were more likely to have insufficient levels of this nutrient than healthy people – or even than people with other degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's.

Even as an advocate for natural alternatives, I can't deny that the cultural impact Viagra has had in opening us up to talk about the sensitive issue of male erectile dysfunction has been a positive. Now, it looks like women are going to get a turn at opening up about their frustrations in the bedroom.

Q: I have a question about taking low dose lithium. Though your previous articles generally recommend taking low dose lithium in 5 mg doses, there seems to be a bit of confusion of the available types in retail stores.

According to a recent study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, "daily consumption of chamomile tea with meals could contribute to the prevention of hyperglycemia and diabetic complications."

Q: My daughter is about to have her first child and plans on breast feeding. She's always been very interested in natural health and has taken supplements for years. I'm just wondering if she should take them while she's nursing. Any information you can offer is most appreciated!

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