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Bed Bugs Biting?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- My neighbor in my apartment building has discovered bed bugs. I’m horrified. What can I do to prevent them moving next door? And how can you get rid of them?Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) are oval, flattened, brown, wingless insects that are about 1/4 inch long. After more than 20 years of near extinction, bed bugs now seem to be everywhere in the U.S., so much so that the Environmental Protec... 11-24
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Fewer Mammograms?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- What is your take on the mammography controversy? Do you think less frequent screening is advisable? What about the recommendation against teaching breast self-examination?For the record, you're asking about the breast cancer screening recommendations issued in mid-November, 2009, by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. This group is charged with conducting rigorous, impartial assessments of t... 11-23
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New Soluble Fiber for Cholesterol Control?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- Nutrim, which is relatively high in beta-glucans, is said to be more effective than oatmeal or oat bran cereals for lowering cholesterol. True, or just marketing hype?Nutrim is a food additive that provides soluble fiber, which can help with cholesterol control. The product was originally developed by a chemist at the Agricultural Research Service, an arm of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. It ... 11-20
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Missing Menstruation?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- I am a 20 year old female, physically active, and at a healthy weight. I have never menstruated and have been found to have extremely low estrogen levels. I have been on Premarin for 3 or 4 months now and am concerned about future health risks associated with taking it long term. Is there a safer alternative?Never having menstruated after the age of 16 despite having experienced all the other phys... 11-19
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Is Milk Thistle OK for Children?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- My son, age three, has been diagnosed with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. His liver enzymes are elevated, but he is in good health. I am very interested in milk thistle for liver support, but his specialist does not agree. Is milk thistle safe for children as a long term supplement?Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is an inherited disorder that can cause lung disease in adults and liver proble... 11-17
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Easing Hepatitis Treatment?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- My son, a 29-year-old hemophiliac, will be undergoing treatment for hepatitis C with interferon and ribavirin. What can he do or take to ease the debilitating side effects?Hepatitis C is a chronic viral infection of the liver that causes inflammation and tissue damage. It is a slowly progressing disease that can destroy liver cells and impair liver function even while infected people remain sympto... 11-16
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Rethinking Fluoride?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- Have your views on fluoridation changed given new findings about osteosarcoma in dogs and studies linking fluoride to bone cancer in young boys?No, I have not changed my views about fluoride. Its addition to most public water supplies is credited with a 40 to 60 percent reduction in tooth decay in children and adults. Fluoride not only helps prevent tooth decay and cavities, it promotes strong tee... 11-13
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Can You Lose Weight with Apple Cider Vinegar?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- Does apple cider vinegar truly aid in weight loss? How does it work?Updated 10/21/2009The apple cider vinegar diet has been around for decades - at least! Some proponents claim the ancient Egyptians used apple cider vinegar for weight loss. I'm sure it didn't work any better then than it does now, despite the rave reviews and anecdotal evidence cited by the folks who want to sell you the vinegar o... 11-12
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Vegetarian Sources of Omega-3?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- How can vegans and vegetarians get enough omega-3s?It's difficult for vegans (vegetarians who eat no foods derived from animals, including eggs and milk) to get adequate omega-3 fatty acids from their diets, since the two essential omega-3 fatty acids, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are most available in fish oil. Vegetarian sources of omega-3s provide only ALA (alpha-l... 11-10
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Allergic to Soy?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- I'm trying to follow your anti-inflammatory diet, but I'm allergic to soy. Is there a nutritional substitute?Soy allergies are most common in infants and young children, and they almost always outgrow them. While these allergies are unusual in adults, they can occur and, reportedly, their incidence is increasing. In many cases, however, what you may perceive as an allergy may actually be a sensiti... 11-09
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Dangers of Chlorine?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- What precautions should parents take for children who swim a lot, particularly those on swim teams? Is there a higher incidence of chlorine-related health problems among swimmers? Does sunblock prevent the skin from absorbing chlorine?Updated: October 2009Chlorine used to disinfect swimming pools is widely recognized as a health hazard. New research suggests that children who swim frequently in ch... 11-07
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Can Cell Phones Cause Cancer?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- I know you've written before about potential health risks from cell phone use. I recently heard a report that sounds truly alarming about the cancer risk as well as other dangers. Is there new evidence?You may have heard about a recent report from the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit organization that advocates for health-protective policies. The EWG reported o... 11-06
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Tax Soda to Fight Obesity?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- What do you think of a "soda tax" to discourage people from drinking so many calories? Is soda really the leading cause of obesity?The latest proposal for a "soda tax" comes from a prestigious group of researchers. These scientists authored a review of studies examining the contribution that sweetened sodas, energy drinks, sports beverages, and iced tea have on obesity, and published it ... 11-03
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Herbal Help for Vitiligo?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- My granddaughter, age 10, has a very bad case of vitiligo. She is spotted from her head to her little toes. Are there any herbs that can help?In vitiligo, areas of the skin lose the dark pigment, melanin, resulting in white spots and patches. Vitiligo is probably an autoimmune disorder and tends to run in families. It is also more common in people who have other autoimmune diseases, particularly H... 11-02
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Facial Headache Frustration?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- I've suffered with a facial headache for two years. Migraine medications don't help, physical therapy hasn't helped, decongestants don't help, and extra sleep doesn't help. My doctor doesn't know what to try next. I'm 34, female and in otherwise in good health. Do you have any recommendations?Facial pain can be confusing, frustrating, and difficult to endure. The discomfort can involve facial nerv... 10-30
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Does New Prostate Cancer Drug Really Work?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- What are your thoughts and opinions on a drug called MDV3100 for prostate cancer elimination in advanced-stage patients?MDV3100 is an experimental drug that appears to hold great promise for treatment of advanced prostate cancer that resists current drugs. The majority of today's drugs block androgens, the male sex hormones that foster the cancer's growth and spread. Treatment results in "chemical... 10-29
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Bioresonance Therapy: Better Diagnostic Method?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- What can you tell me about bioresonance therapy? Is there any validity to a diagnosis made with this method?Bioresonance therapy is also called electrodermal testing, bio-physical information therapy, BIT, bio-energetic therapy, energy medicine and vibrational medicine. Whatever the name, the method is based on the ;notion that electromagnetic oscillations emitted by diseased organs and cancer cel... 10-27
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Improving Arthritis Treatment?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- I have read in "The Arthritis Cure" that avocado/soybean unsaponifiables, along with glucosamine and chondroitin, are beneficial in treating arthritis. Can you tell me if the research backs up these claims, and if so, what the risks are of taking avocado/soybean unsaponifiables?The remedy you ask about is made from an extract of avocado and soybean oils and is often recommended to reduce... 10-26
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Scombroid Poisoning: Eating Bad Fish?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- I have been diagnosed with scombroid poisoning. I was told to take Benadryl and Zantac. I have followed this for a week. What else can I do to speed my recovery?Scombroid poisoning can result from eating fish that is not immediately refrigerated or frozen after it is caught. It is usually associated with big, meaty fish such as tuna, mackerel, mahi mahi and albacore. Symptoms are caused by a hista... 10-23
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Green Tea for Longer Life?

Dr. Weil Q&A -- I heard that something in green tea could help people live longer. Is this true?It might be. You may be referring to findings from a study in Hong Kong suggesting that people who drink green tea regularly may be younger, biologically, than those who don't drink green tea or consume only small amounts. The science here is somewhat complex, so bear with me while I summarize this fascinating new stud... 10-22
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