To Your Health

In Memoriam: James Heffley, Ph.D., 1941-2006

With sadness we report that columnist and nutritionist James Heffley passed away on Sunday, Nov. 26, at the age of 65.

Are there some lesser-known nutrients that would help fight periodontal disease?

Resveratrol, found in red wine, has many beneficial effects on a person's health

Hives is usually considered an allergic reaction and treated with antihistamines such as Zyrtec or Claritin, but the allergenic trigger is often unknown

The lowdown on amyloidosis

Did you know that wild foods have more nutrients than domesticated plants or animals?

What is the best kind of air purifier to use in my home to help reduce allergens?

Statin drugs reduce serum cholesterol levels, but there is intense controversy over whether this translates into a reduction in deaths from heart attacks

What is the best alternative to an elimination and challenge diet in determining dietary factors with migraines?

Lead exposure is an ancient problem and lead poisoning remains unnecessarily common among children

Is 7-keto-DHEA any better or safer than DHEA?

Do creases in the earlobe signify potential heart problems?

What are the most effective treatments for curing and hiding the effects of vitiligo?

Is there an effective way to treat nosebleeds through nutrition?

Can galvanic skin response tests be trusted?

When organic produce is not available or is too expensive, are those grown in water or in greenhouses less likely to be contaminated with pesticides?

Although hemp protein is by no means a perfect food, it is a valuable source of fiber, proteins, and essential fatty acids

Are there any solid studies to show that the 'new' Litozin rose hips can alleviate or even 'cure' osteoarthritis?

What is 'vitamin U' and what are its benefits healthwise?

Laboratory testing is one of the most important aspects of modern medicine

Is lithium safe for a teenager?

What's new in vitamin D research?

Hypokalemia and regulating potassium levels

What is the difference between l-glutamine and glutamine, and the same for the other amino acids?

Is there a reliable and inexpensive way to test a home for radon?

Is mangosteen really a more powerful antioxidant than blueberries?

Although it has been recognized for more than a century, failure to gain weight, or 'failure to thrive,' still lacks a precise definition

Outside of antidepressants, what are the best ways to treat postpartum depression

What kind of magnesium is most tolerable and what foods are richest in magnesium?