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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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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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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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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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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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