Hot Flashes in Men?
What can you do about hot flashes in men? My husband has been going nuts with them. The flashes came on after androgen deprivation following prostate surgery and continue even though his doctor said they should have stopped by now. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 20, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Does Going Barefoot Benefit the Brain?
I recently saw an article about how walking barefoot can offer protection against Alzheimer's disease. This seems far-fetched to me. Can you tell me whether there's anything to it? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 20, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Under Pressure to Imbibe?
I don't drink alcohol, but I love to entertain and socialize. I feel the subtle pressure to offer alcohol at my home during gatherings and get odd looks when I'm out with the gals and order water only. Your thoughts? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 17, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How Serious is Picky Eating?
I have a nephew, age 5, who seems to eat only pasta with butter. His parents have given up trying to get him to eat other foods. Is this child going to grow up with serious nutritional problems? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 14, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Wedding Ring Hazard?
Can you tell me anything about the injury television host Jimmy Fallon suffered? I heard he was lucky not to lose his finger, all because he got his wedding ring caught on something. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 10, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Are "Pastured" Eggs Better?
Pastured eggs are showing up on supermarket shelves and some are even more expensive than organic eggs. The only difference I've noticed is that the yolks are darker and creamier than farmed eggs. Are they worth the added cost? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 7, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medical Research Mysteries?
Almost every week I come across a news item about a medical study, often one that seems to have found that a common food or drink or a new drug is beneficial – or harmful – to health. How seriously should we take all that "daily" news? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 7, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Test for Early Pancreatic Cancer?
My father died of pancreatic cancer, so I assume I'm at high risk. I've heard there's a new urine test to find the disease early. Can you tell me anything about it? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 3, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Is Beard Oil?
Can you tell me anything about beard oil? I had never heard of it before, but I’ve recently grown a beard, and I’m told beard oil is essential. Is this just hype for a new type of product? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - November 2, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Pets to Lower Stress?
I understand that students on some college campuses are being allowed to have “support” or “comfort” animals to help them deal with stress. I love animals, but I don’t get this. Is college so stressful these days that kids need pets in the dorm? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - October 29, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Blood Pressure: How Low Should It Go?
I understand that a large government-funded study was shut down early after results showed that blood pressure should be even lower than previously believed. How can there be results before a study ends? And how low should blood pressure be? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - October 29, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Conquering the Kitchen?
I'm determined to get my family away from fast food and carryout food, but I'm intimidated by the challenge of cooking healthy meals after work when everyone is hungry. Do you have any suggestions for making this change without too much hassle? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - October 28, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Pantry Essentials Do You Value Most?
I know you enjoy cooking, and I'm wondering whatyou consider the most important pantry essentials - the ingredients you use most frequently and always keep in your kitchen. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - October 26, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What's For Dessert?
When you entertain, what do you serve for dessert? I'm trying to stick to a healthy diet and am pretty good at choosing dinner menus that are appealing and nutritious. Can you suggest any healthy desserts? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - October 24, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Mastering Portion Control?
I know I'm overweight because I eat too much. I think one of my biggest problems is that I'm no good at judging portion sizes. I can use measuring cups and a scale at home, but what can I do at restaurants? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - October 24, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
