Health
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Benefits and Side Effects of Methylene Blue — A Comprehensive Guide
I thought it was time for an update for methylene blue. I have included the previous interview I did with Dr. Francisco Gonzalez-Lima two years ago. My views on the use of this drug have changed since that time and I thought I’d like to give you an update as to my current thoughts on this interesting molecule. Methylene blue…
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Methylene Blue Is Beneficial for Slowing Skeletal Aging and Treating Brain Disorders
Methylene blue, first created in 1876, started as a fabric dye. Scientists soon realized it had medical benefits, and in 1891, it became the first synthetic compound used to treat malaria.1 It was also the first synthetic compound to be used as an antiseptic. To this day, methylene blue remains indispensable in hospitals worldwide, as it’s also the only known…
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Fluoride in Drinking Water Poses Enough Risk to Merit New EPA Action, Judge Says
A federal judge has made a landmark ruling that could significantly impact water fluoridation practices across the U.S.1 After a thorough review of scientific evidence, Judge Edward Chen of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California concluded that fluoride in drinking water at current levels poses an unreasonable risk to human health. This decision, based on a…
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20 Natural Remedies to Soothe a Sore Throat
Sore throat, or pharyngitis, is a common condition that causes pain, irritation or scratchiness in the throat, making it uncomfortable to swallow or talk.1 Most cases of sore throat in adults (50% to 90%) and children (70%) are associated with viral respiratory infections like the common cold or flu.2 However, bacterial infections like strep throat, environmental allergens and irritants, and…
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How GMOs, Pesticides and Processed Foods Contribute to Common Bowel Disorders
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published November 23, 2016. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — not to be confused with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — is an autoimmune disease that has very serious consequences. (IBS, on the other hand, is a functional bowel disorder. In other words, there are no significant physical conditions that contribute to…
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Addiction and Overdose Cases Linked to Illegal Party Pill Are on the Rise
Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) is a naturally occurring compound in the brain, involved in key physiological processes such as sleep regulation and muscle tone. As a physiologic neurotransmitter, GHB has been explored for its therapeutic potential on the central nervous system (CNS), particularly in treating conditions like alcohol withdrawal and sleep disorders.1 Unfortunately, despite its legitimate medical applications, GHB has garnered attention…
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Did Big Tobacco Create the Processed Food Industry?
Imagine walking down the grocery store aisle, reaching for your favorite snack or convenience meal. Now, picture the same scene, but with an unexpected twist: the masterminds behind those tempting, perfectly engineered flavors aren’t food scientists, but tobacco executives. It sounds like the plot of a far-fetched conspiracy theory, doesn’t it? Yet, a study from the University of Kansas suggests…
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The Next Food Frontier — Recycling
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published January 17, 2017. Many Americans dutifully recycle their plastic bottles and newspapers, but when it comes to food and yard waste toss them directly in the trash. While it seems like a banana peel here and pile of spoiled greens there would do little in the way of environmental…
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Salt Restriction Promotes Stress by Elevating Cortisol
Sodium is an essential nutrient for human health. It’s crucial for maintaining fluid balance, transmitting nerve impulses and contracting muscles. Sodium is naturally present in many foods, including vegetables, dairy products, meat and seafood. It’s also added to processed foods in the form of salt, a compound made up of sodium and chloride ions. Low-salt diets are often recommended as…
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Out of Touch on Menopause
Menopause marks the end of menstruation. Technically, a woman enters menopause 12 months after her last period, but perimenopause begins years earlier, bringing with it a range of symptoms unique to each woman. About half the world’s population is in the midst of this natural life stage at any given time,1 yet comparatively little attention is paid to this transition…
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