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Health Conditions
A selection of Dr. Lavine's articles on Health Conditions...
My blood pressure quest. Chapter 4: results of my detox program
The results of my mercury detox were disappointing, so I had to decide what to do next.
COPD – its not just your lungs
Sixteen million Americans have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a condition characterized by shortness of breath. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are common...
Herbal formulas effective against Lyme
In 10-20% of those infected with Lyme disease a normal course of antibiotics (doxycycline is most commonly used) isn't effective. And even when antibiotics are effective, they...
How touch strengthens your immune system
Touching is a powerful way to strengthen the immune system.
Restless leg syndrome and gut bacteria
Restless leg syndrome has been linked to small intestine bacterial overgrowth.
Many people with “carpal tunnel syndrome” are misdiagnosed
Carpal tunnel syndrome is most often only one part of a combined pattern of stress affecting the neck, shoulders and arms.
Why sunscreen may actually do you more harm than good
Sunscreen blocks many of the health benefits of sun exposure.
Want to control your blood pressure without pharmaceuticals?
Natural remedies for high blood pressure
Newest Research Findings on Health
Four more research articles reinforcing the need to build health from the inside and avoid a chemicalized approach to health.
Latest Research on Touch and Health
Summaries of four recent scientific articles in the growing field of touch and health.
Gluten Sensitivity Symptoms and What They Mean For You
Many are finding health renewal in adopting a gluten-free eating approach. Could you benefit from eliminating gluten from your diet?
Frailty syndrome
Frailty is becoming a major concern of physicians treating the elderly. Discover some of the components of frailty that gerontologists are studying in this guest post provided by Laurie G. Jacobs, MD of Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Fix Acid Alkaline Imbalance – One of the Ways to Improve Kidney Function
Kidney researchers have shown that fixing an acid diet protects the kidneys from damage.
Ultra Yoga and Exercises for Pelvic Floor Muscles
Interview with Marisa Sullivan, expert in using yoga for pelvic floor issues.
What Is Postherpetic Neuralgia?
Learn the causes and treatment options for postherpetic neuralgia, a painful, long term condition that can arise when you’re recovering from a bout of shingles.
Manual Therapy and Asthma
It’s not a cure for asthma. But many practitioners of manual therapy believe that there are ways to improve lung function and help lessen the impact of the disease. Discover why.
Restless Leg Syndrome and What to Do About It
Restless leg syndrome can plague you with tight, painful, cramping legs when you’re trying to sleep at night. You can benefit from a few tips…
