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DEAR DR. ROACH: I was really interested in reading your recent columns on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other inflammatory arthritic conditions. I've taken most medications that you mentioned in your column. However, there's a product called PS372424 that's been in research since 2014, yet no medical rheumatology departments have even involved...Read more

For a teeming metropolis with trillions of microbial inhabitants, a person's gut biome is amazingly delicate. Irritate it with excess alcohol and your body becomes a candidate for Type 2 diabetes, heart attack, irritable bowel syndrome and a roster of other chronic conditions from cancer to dementia. But it can be repaired -- even from an ...Read more

Around 51 million Americans contend with depression. Another 40 million American adults are treated for anxiety annually. And almost 50% of folks diagnosed with depression are also diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.

Those emotional challenges can trigger premature brain aging. Researchers looking at the impact of depression and anxiety -- ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm 74 years old, and I was diagnosed with congestive heart failure with a recent ejection fraction of 25%. My cardiologist has me taking empagliflozin (Jardiance) and furosemide (Lasix) daily. With moderate cardio exercise therapy every other day and two diuretics daily, my thirst runs rampant during the evenings, and I find ...Read more

From 1999 to 2023, the percentage of U.S. adults contending with abdominal obesity expanded from 48% to 61%. And almost two-thirds of Americans have insufficient vitamin D levels, according to a 2022 analysis of the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

That, says a new study of 5,500 adults ages 50 and older, is a dangerous ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I was recently admitted to the hospital with pneumonia in both lungs. Given the recent outbreak of Legionella where I live, I was concerned whether I might have had this instead. They did do some tests in the hospital to try to find out. -- R.C.

ANSWER: I looked at the labs that you sent me, and several of them are consistent ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: How could I have an A1C of 5.9% in March, then 8% in July? My diet has been the same. I rarely eat fast food and never drink sodas; I avoid carbs such as sweets and breads whenever possible. Because I was so encouraged by my A1C of 5.9%, I increased my vigorous swimming routine to 2 hours a day. I'm cutting this down to 1 hour ...Read more

Quick, answer me this: When you are 55, would you rather live dementia-free for 30 more years, or have to settle for only around 17 years until you begin losing your cognitive powers?

Well, the choice is yours, according to a new study in Neurology Open Access. Researchers from NYU Grossman School of Medicine and colleagues in China looked at ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm a relatively healthy 54-year-old male. My daily medications are 20 mg of lisinopril, 20 mg of atorvastatin, and 145 mg of fenofibrate. I also take a 500-mg dose of naproxen on an as-needed basis for various aches and pains from military-service-related conditions. My naproxen intake varies anywhere from 0-4 doses per week. ...Read more

Over a billion dollars a year are spent in the U.S. on PDE5-inhibitors like tadalafil (Cialis) -- and not all of that is to remedy erectile dysfunction. Tadalafil also helps ease lower urinary tract symptoms (leaking, dribbling, trouble urinating) associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia, AKA enlarged prostate. PDE5 is an enzyme found in the...Read more

Dollar stores aren't classified as traditional grocery stores and so aren't usually included in studies comparing access to healthy foods with customers' health. But they do sell food, mostly stuff with long shelf lives.

Researchers at the University of California, Riverside, looked at the distribution of dollar stores (there are more than 34...Read more

Homeopathy is a natural form of medicine that has been used for centuries to treat a wide variety of health problems, including those affecting the nose and throat. By using small doses of natural substances, homeopathy stimulates the body's own healing processes and can help alleviate symptoms of various conditions. Here are some homeopathic...Read more

Respiratory problems can range from mild allergies to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). While conventional treatments are effective, some individuals seek alternative therapies, such as homeopathy, to manage their respiratory symptoms. Homeopathy is a natural approach that uses highly diluted substances to stimulate the body's ...Read more

It's estimated that roughly 15% of Americans have trouble falling asleep, and 18% say they struggle to stay asleep. Innerbody, a health and wellness platform, crunched federal data and other sources to identify the top five most sleep-deprived cities in the U.S.

1. Norfolk, Virginia

2. New Orleans, Louisiana

3. Detroit, Michigan

4. Toledo,...Read more

Addiction is a complex disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. While conventional treatments such as counseling, medications, and support groups can be effective, some people may also turn to alternative therapies such as homeopathy for relief. Homeopathy is a form of alternative medicine that uses highly diluted substances to ...Read more

Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It is a complex condition that requires long-term treatment, including medication, therapy, and support. While conventional treatments can be effective, some people turn to alternative therapies, such as homeopathy, for additional ...Read more

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that occurs after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. PTSD can cause significant distress and may interfere with a person's daily life. While traditional treatment for PTSD may involve psychotherapy and medication, homeopathy may also be an alternative option. Here ...Read more

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder that causes individuals to experience unwanted, intrusive thoughts, or obsessions, and repetitive behaviors, or compulsions. While medication and therapy are commonly used to treat OCD, some people may turn to homeopathy as a complementary approach. Homeopathy is a holistic ...Read more

Homeopathy is a holistic approach to health that aims to treat the whole person rather than just the symptoms. While it may not be a cure for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), homeopathy can help alleviate some of the symptoms associated with the condition.

Here are some of the ways that homeopathy can help with ASD:• Calming anxiety ...Read more