To Your Health

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

"...my gut feel better. Is this because it contains "vitamin U" or some other substance? Would taking vitamin U..."

July 28, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

How do I know if I need a B-vitamin supplement? What does it mean to "balance" the B-vitamins?

"...Q. How do I know if I need a B-vitamin supplement? Also what does it mean to "balance" the..."

March 7, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I get confused about the various kinds of vitamin E on the vitamin labels. Why can't labels just say "tocopherol"?

"...Q. I get confused about the various kinds of vitamin E on the vitamin labels. Why can't labels just..."

July 19, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I have recently begun to suffer what my doctor diagnoses as carpal tunnel syndrome, apparently connected with long hours at my computer keyboard. I am now wearing a "splint" and have changed my keyboard, but would like to do more. What nutrients might help?

"...many people with carpal tunnel syndrome were deficient in vitamin B-6, and vitamin B-6 supplementation frequently enabled people to..."

Aug. 2, 2002 Column

To Your Health

"...many people with carpal tunnel syndrome were deficient in vitamin B-6, and vitamin B-6 supplementation frequently enabled people to..."

July 26, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My daily headaches have cleared up since I began taking six tablets of acetaminophen (Tylenol) every day. Should I keep looking for a nutritional solution?

"...also be used as an ongoing "liver detox" procedure. Vitamin C and vitamin E (2,000 mg per day and..."

May 11, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I consider myself quite healthy at age 42. I have been a strict vegetarian (vegan) for more than 10 years, I exercise and meditate regularly, and have never smoked tobacco. I have two healthy children and I am still having regular, uncomplicated menstrual periods. Is there any reason for me to consider taking food supplements?

"...only 30% of its original quality with respect to vitamins and minerals. This can be interpreted to mean that..."

March 8, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Since heart disease runs in my family I have tried to "eat healthy" for several years. Recently I have been hearing about vitamin supplements that may help prevent heart disease. What are the best ones?

"...for several years. Recently I have been hearing about vitamin supplements that may help prevent heart disease. What are..."

Aug. 30, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

It seems like everyone has a bad back, but my backache has been going on for four years now, and I need some relief. A chiropractor helped some, but I still suffer if I make a sudden move or lift anything more than a heavy book. It started when I was pregnant but hasn't yet cleared up. Any hints?

"...Vitamin C is not only a great laxative but also..."

Sept. 21, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

For the past 20 years or so I have conscientiously restricted egg yolks to less than three per week as advised by my physician. Do I need to continue to be cautious, since recent news indicates that eggs are not as bad as once thought?

"...eggs containing increased amounts of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E are now on the market, and research indicates..."

Sept. 20, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I can't believe that at age 26 I have the same problem as my 63-year-old mother. We both leak urine if we sneeze or laugh. I have two children, and I have heard that this can make a difference. Since I can't turn back the clock (and these two children are worth the misery), is there anything else that I can do?

"...help for allergies most often comes from supplements of vitamin C and pantothenic acid. Unless you get diarrhea from..."

Aug. 10, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My child can no longer play soccer on his team because he developed "exercise-induced asthma." My grandfather died of asthma more than 50 years ago. Could my child die from this condition? How can I help him?

"...Vitamin B-6 has the best reputation for reducing the amount..."

Oct. 5, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I have been taking methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis for more than two years with good results, but now my doctor is advising me to discontinue it because he says my liver enzymes are becoming elevated. Is there a way to avoid this side effect?

"...or competitor of folic acid, one of the B-complex vitamins. Folic acid is most needed by rapidly dividing cells..."

Oct. 26, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

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

"...problems, consider the common causes of FTT, which include vitamin and mineral deficiencies, intestinal parasites, and persistent diarrhea (diarrhea..."

June 2, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Spring pollens are in, and mold just won't let up. How can I stop my sneezing fits without resorting to antihistamines?

"...of its relatives, pantethenol or pantethene. All are considered vitamin B-5 and, when used in amounts of 500 to..."

Feb. 21, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I recently heard about a product called NADH that can help people with chronic fatigue syndrome. I don't have that problem, but I certainly get tired sometimes and wish for something safe that would give me an energy boost. Would NADH help and at what amount?

"...the body. NADH is the primary form of activated vitamin B-3 (niacin) in the body. NADH is present in..."

April 18, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

March Toward the Booze, Ye Thirsty Citizens All!

These fine tipples may be precisely the slaking fortress you seek

"...up in tall cans that pack your entire daily vitamin C requirement into each delicious cocktail. Suggestion: Start off..."

March 14, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

DVDanger: Identity Crisis

The Double, Filth, and Moebius melt minds

"...management – the mysterious colonel – is selling the vitamin D stripped from the employees' systems by the sickly..."

Aug. 30, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

50 Cent Rolls Into SXSW

Rapper confirms a Music Conference interview

"...his massive brand extensions, which include acting, a signature Vitamin Water flavor, his SMS headphones company, and authoring several..."

March 5, 2013 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

'Chronicle' Mock NFL Draft

"...for Brady Quinn last year, who looks great in vitamin commercials, but has yet to take meaningful action with..."

April 25, 2008 Sports Post by Timothy Braun

To Your Health

I don't know how much vitamin C I should take. The government has one figure and books I have read have others. Who is right?

"...Q: I don't know how much vitamin C I should take. The government has one figure..."

June 1, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I will be undergoing surgery in about a month. Are there certain nutrients that I should take before surgery?

"...Discontinue all supplements on the day before surgery, especially vitamin C. There seems to be a tendency for high..."

March 30, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

When I picked up a prescription a few days ago, my pharmacist advised me not to use grapefruit juice while I was taking the medication. Why would that make any difference?

"...nutrients involved in healing the injured tissues, which include vitamin C and zinc. Supplements of vitamin C in the..."

June 8, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Until recently I had never heard of a vitamin called biotin. What is it good for, and what foods have it?

"...Q. Until recently I had never heard of a vitamin called biotin. What is it good for, and what..."

Dec. 26, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

The Hightower Lowdown

The Bush energy pose, the FTAA farce & Biotech cynicism

"...produce extra beta-carotene, which the body can convert into vitamin A. Noting that about 500,000 children go blind each..."

June 1, 2001 News Column by Jim Hightower

To Your Health

I don't want to overreact, but I also want to be prepared in every feasible way for potential terrorist attacks. What is reasonable with regard to nutritional preparation?

"...Vitamin C is an antidote for all sorts of terrorist..."

Nov. 9, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Day Trips & Beyond: November Travel Roundup

Port A's Harvey recovery, Millican's pecan pie, and fall travel news

"...Pecans contain over 19 vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, vitamin E, calcium, potassium,..."

Nov. 6, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

To Your Health

My mother often asked me if I had a bowel movement every day, but now that I am on my own, it's more like two to three per week. How can I get back to a daily BM without getting hooked on laxatives?

"...Pantothenic acid, one of the B-complex vitamins, has also been used to improve transit time. Prior..."

Nov. 23, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Coyote Creek: Small Farm, Large Impact

Austin's growing web of local, organic, delicious

"...status and “seven times more beta carotene, 2/3 more vitamin A, 3 times more vitamin E, and 2 times..."

April 25, 2012 Food Post by Jessi Cape

To Your Health

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

"...(instead of ultraviolet A) with large doses of three vitamins (vitamin C, vitamin B12, and folic acid) stopped the..."

Sept. 8, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

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