This Fat Causes Gout

This Fat Causes Gout

by | Dec 22, 2023

You’ve probably been told that gout is caused by elevated levels of uric acid. And that’s true to a point. A new study in The Chinese Medical Journal reveals another strong factor. It’s a specific type of fat. And most of us are struggling with this one. Previous...
This Herbal Remedy Heals Vertigo

This Herbal Remedy Heals Vertigo

by | Dec 21, 2023

Vertigo is one of the most common complaints doctors receive from elderly people. A new study in Advances in Integrative Medicine put a common herb to the test with very promising results, especially for the types of vertigo that are traditionally quite difficult to...
The Cholesterol and Eggs Debate: Winner Declared

The Cholesterol and Eggs Debate: Winner Declared

by | Dec 20, 2023

Eggs are high in cholesterol, so for decades, doctors have warned against them. But eggs are also delicious, highly nutritious, and very convenient, so you’d maybe want to eat more eggs than your doctor likes. With this in mind, researchers from the University of...
When Losing Weight Causes Osteoporosis

When Losing Weight Causes Osteoporosis

by | Dec 19, 2023

If you’re overweight or obese (and who isn’t these days), you probably consider losing weight as something that is healthy and good. But a study just presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research reveals that losing weight the...
Hypothyroidism Causes This Strange Sleep Disorder

Hypothyroidism Causes This Strange Sleep Disorder

by | Dec 18, 2023

The list of health issues related to hypothyroidism is long. A new study published in Scientific may have added yet another one. And this one may be more serious than any other. Narcolepsy, a chronic sleep disorder marked by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden...