Sizing Up Salt?
What's the difference between all the various kinds of salt I see at the store? Is one type healthier than another? Is there any advantage to using sea salt? What about iodized salt? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - March 2, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Do Pesticides Cause Depression?
I understand that pesticides have been linked to depression among farmers, which makes me worry that the rest of us might be affected, too. Can you tell me about the connection between pesticides and depression? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 28, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Yacon Syrup for Weight Loss?
Can you tell me anything about yacon syrup, which I've heard is supposed to help with weight loss? Do you consider it worth trying? I want to lose 30 pounds. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 27, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Cleans Hands Best?
What do you think of hand sanitizers as a substitute for soap and water for cleaning and disinfecting dirty hands? Can they really prevent colds and flu? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 24, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Is Greek Yogurt Better?
Why all the fuss about Greek yogurt? Is it healthier than regular yogurt? How do the two compare nutritionally? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 19, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Is Slow Medicine?
Can you tell me anything about slow medicine? I've heard the term mentioned, but I really don’t understand what it means. Does it fit in with integrative medicine or is it different? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 17, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How Well Can You Smell?
What do you make of that study showing that losing your sense of smell means you are at risk of dying within five years? What's the connection between the ability to smell and death? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 13, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
High LDL Cholesterol: Best Approach?
I am 59 years old, in excellent physical condition, don't smoke, and my blood pressure and HDL cholesterol are good. The only problem is my LDL cholesterol level, which is 170. My doctor wants to put me on medication immediately. Is high LDL really that dangerous? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 13, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Is the Measles Vaccine Worthwhile?
Can you tell me where you stand on whether or not children should have the measles vaccine? I never thought of measles as a dangerous disease, so I see no reason why vaccination is important. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 10, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Eating For A Healthy Microbiome?
I eat fermented foods because they are purported to improve the microbiota/microbiome in my GI tract. However, is there a way to tell if the microbiome is the "healthy" kind and providing benefits? How can I increase the beneficial microbiota? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 10, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Why Have Generic Drug Costs Skyrocketed?
I understand that the cost of generic drugs is increasing dramatically, in some cases ten times higher or more! Can you tell me what's behind this change? I don't know if I'll be able to afford to fill my prescriptions. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 6, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Super Glue For First Aid?
I cut my finger while cooking, and after the bleeding stopped, my sister suggested I use Super Glue to keep the cut closed. Is this safe? I'm hesitant to use something like this on a cut. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 5, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Peanut Butter Test for Alzheimer's?
I recently heard there is a simple, new test for detecting Alzheimer's disease involving peanut butter. Can you tell me what it is and whether or not it works? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 3, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Best Way To Prevent Heart Attacks?
I heard there is a study showing that men can cut the risk of heart attacks by 86 percent without medication. Can you tell me if this is true and, if so, what's involved? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 3, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Do Mosquitoes Love You?
Can you tell me why some people attract mosquitos and others don't? I will get a dozen or so bites while my wife seems to be immune - they don't bother her at all. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - January 29, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
