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How Nonsmokers Get COPD

 January 1, 2020

The article I found by Laura Darling and reviewed by Judith Marcin, MD, answered some questions of how we nonsmokers can still get COPD. This is a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and a common condition that is often associated with smoking. But, those who have never smoked can also develop the disease. In a 2011 […]

Did I Remember?

 December 31, 2019

I have often thought, “Did I lock the door?” Or “Did I leave the stove on?”. This might lead to merely locking up and checking with more intention next time or for others, it may be an anxiety disorder. Maria Cohut published some information that was fast checked by Jasmin Collier, giving us some insight […]

New Protein To Detect Lung Cancer

 December 30, 2019

Researchers may have found a biomarker for lung cancer as identified in an article by Ana Sandoiu that was fact-checked by Jasmin Collier. This would allow healthcare professionals to detect the disease while it is still in stage one. The 2nd most prevalent form of cancer is lung cancer and the top cancer killer in […]

Detecting Lung Cancer

 December 29, 2019

A recent article was written by Maria Cohut and fact-checked by Jasmin Collier on the detection of lung cancer. This particular cancer is very often detected by accident and after unrelated medical exams. The malign and benign tumors are difficult to tell apart, except when using invasive methods as a biopsy. There is one blood […]

Somogyi Effect

 December 28, 2019

Ok, so what is the Somogyi effect? Jayne Leonard wrote an article about the Somogyi effect that was reviewed by Alana Biggers, MD, MPH that gives us more information about the causes and prevention of the Somogyi effect, also known as the rebound effect, that occurs in people with diabetes. Low blood glucose or hypoglycemia […]

The Standard American Diet

 December 27, 2019

Professional athletes need real food to maximize their performance. This just makes common sense, but many are still ignoring this foundational aspect of health. This is ignored even by professional athletes that do not grasp the link between their diet and their performance. Arkady Vyatchanin, an Olympic swimmer, has discussed the effects of the standard […]

What is Polydipsia?

 December 26, 2019

Polydipsia is the medical term for extreme thirst that does not improve no matter how much you might actually drink. More about the causes, symptoms and treatment is revealed in an article written by Brenda McBean and reviewed by Suzanne Falck, MD, FACP. This condition itself is not a disease but can be an important […]

How Do Cardiologist Protect Their Hearts?

 December 25, 2019

Charlotte Hilton Andersen has composed an interesting article based on the information received from top cardiologists and other doctors on how they choose to protect their own hearts. I would like to share this information with you in hopes that one or more tips might aid you in a healthy heart. Science shows a diet […]

Clove Bud Oil

 December 24, 2019

The aromatic smell of cloves is commonly associated and used in Indian and Chinese cultures and for seasoning and medicinal purposes. This spice has gained popularity worldwide, especially in the western hemisphere. You can use cloves to make an essential oil like other spices. From the evergreen, you can receive 3 types of clove essential […]

How alcohol damages DNA & Risk of cancer

 December 23, 2019

Maybe I need to re-think that second glass of red wine. Some researchers in England have now conducted a study in mice to study how alcohol damages our DNA and can increase the risk of cancer. Experts say the mechanisms linking alcohol to DNA damage are the same in mice and men, and earlier studies […]