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Statin Side Effects? Consider Low Vitamin D

The benefit of statins in high-risk patients is unmistakable, but so is the potential for side effects.

In some studies, up to 20% of statin users report adverse reactions, most commonly muscle aches or weakness.

There are many reasons for statin-related muscle problems, but one …

Placebo Power

By definition, placebos have no direct biologic action. A newer understanding reveals a more nuanced picture—one of the power of placebos to change our body chemistry.

In reality, placebos can transform our brains into highly customized drug factories.

For example, people with Parkinson’s disease who …

Moving Away from Depression: Physical Activity and Mood

Antidepressants are on the pharmacy best seller list. A startling 11% of Americans over age 12 have a prescription for one. But surprisingly few receive a prescription for another highly potent mood booster without side-effects or cost: physical activity.

Exercise has been recognized as a …

Foods that Lower Blood Pressure

Sooner or later, high blood pressure is bound to sneak up. 90% of adults will have it eventually. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to depressurize with diet.

The deep purple of blueberries is the signature of a powerful class of antioxidants called …

Chilis: Red Hot Medicine

Chilis put some zest in your meals…but they might also add years to your life!

That was the conclusion of a study of spicy foods eaten by nearly 500,000 people studied over 7 years. Those who ate spicy foods at least once or twice a …

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