Guest blog by Dr. Gregory Popcak
Frequent arguments with partners, relatives, or neighbors may boost the risk of death from any cause in middle age, suggests research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health. (See Science Daily for full article)
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M asks: "
I really need some guidance. I recently purchased an exercise DVD series called T25. I think there might be some yoga postures included in the workouts especially the stretches. I am really not familiar with yoga, as I have never practiced it. I was wondering two things. First are you familiar with this DVD and if so, is it safe to do? Also, if it does contain some yoga, can I still do the workout but skip the yoga poses or alter them in some way?"
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The field of homeopathy was dealt a serious blow last week after a large study conducted by Australia's National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) found its medicines to be no more effective than placebo.
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J asks:
"I have recently come across a company that sells nutritional supplements that was taken by JPII. About two years ago this company has gotten involved with epigenetics. Explained to me as natural supplements that can flip the switches on the genome from unhealthy to healthy positions. Are these products ok to take?"
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If you're wondering why you don't see those "shake shake your Sensa" commercials anymore is because Federal Trade Commission (FTC) officials cracked down on the company's bogus weight loss claims and is forcing them to return $26 million to consumers.
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SK asks: "
I have been researching natural and alternative medicine. I've spent time reviewing your New Age Q/As. I don't see any questions concerning Orthomolecular medicine/Dr Linus Pauling. Orthomolecular.org It doesn't seem to state any info on energy or chi, etc. It's mostly mega-vitamin therapies."
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If you're looking to lose weight this year, do it the old-fashioned way - with a healthy diet and exercise - and stay away from herbal weight loss products and body-building formulas that new research has found to be linked to severe liver damage.
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A new study has uncovered widespread evidence of contamination and mislabeling of herbal supplements sold in the U.S. and Canada with experts now saying that use of these products is not recommended.
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MH writes: "
Besides praying for the Holy Ghost to enlighten my friend's mind, on Oprah's Life Classes, do you have any suggestions as to what to say about them not being Christian? I've been to her site where she has New Age speakers, and know about Oprah, from reading your excellent article on her under New Age. Any explanations or other good information on these classes would be very helpful."
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KW writes: "
The deacon of my church recommends reading books from Terry Hershey. I have not read any of his books. Are these books considered New Age? I couldn't find anything about this in your blog."
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Frequent arguments with partners, relatives, or neighbors may boost the risk of death from any cause in middle age, suggests research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health. (See Science Daily for full article)
