Antibiotics In Fast Food?
Is it true that most fast food restaurants still use meat from animals given antibiotics? I thought chains were moving away from this, so it is distressing to hear that they haven't. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - March 4, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Are You Genetically Programmed To Be Fat?
Is it true that certain genes influence responses to high-calorie foods and are to blame for obesity? That would be bad news for those of us struggling to lose weight. Does it mean we can't? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - March 4, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
A Patch To Repel Mosquitoes?
I heard that there's now a patch you can wear to protect against mosquito bites. Can you tell me anything about it, how it works and whether it is safe? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - March 2, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Reducing Prostate Cancer Risks?
What can men do to reduce the risk of prostate cancer? Are there any lifestyle measures that can help? What about diet, exercise and not smoking? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - March 1, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Is Coffee A Health Food?
Every week there seems to be news about the health benefits of drinking coffee. I'm afraid I'm missing out because coffee gives me heartburn. Is there a way to get those benefits without actually drinking coffee? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 26, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Does Body Shape Influence Binge Eating?
Can you tell me anything about a study showing that a woman's body shape can put her at risk of developing an eating disorder? How likely is this? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 23, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Statins: Genetic Test For Side Effects?
I have high cholesterol, and my doctor prescribed a statin drug to lower it. I haven't filled the prescription because friends insist I first have a genetic test to see if I will develop side effects to the drug. Can you tell me anything about the test? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 18, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Sense of Humor And Alzheimer's Risk?
I've heard that what you find funny may mean you have Alzheimer's disease. What could be the connection between a sense of humor and Alzheimer's? Or is this some kind of sick joke? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 17, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Can Aspirin Prevent Breast Cancer Recurrence?
I’ve been told that taking aspirin daily can prevent breast cancer from returning. Can you tell me anything about this? Does aspirin have any effect on any other type of cancer recurrence? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 12, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Do Toxic Chemicals Threaten Pregnancy?
I heard that exposure to environmental pollutants can cause miscarriage and stillbirths as well as pose other dangers to women and children. Can you tell me anything more about this? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 12, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Paying for Drugs You Don't Take?
I understand that there’s a new drug for high cholesterol that costs so much that insurance premiums will go up even for people who don’t have to take it. Can you tell me anything about this? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 11, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Does Mediterranean Lifestyle Trump The Food?
I’ve noticed that when you write about the Mediterranean diet you often mention the lifestyle associated with it including leisurely meals with friends and family. Is that all there is to it? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 6, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Best Bet For Neck Pain?
I heard that the Alexander Technique and acupuncture are the best treatments for chronic neck pain. Can you tell me about these approaches? Which one would be best? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - February 1, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Does Weight Lifting Protect The Brain?
I've heard that weight training can prevent age-related changes in parts of the brain having to do with thinking and memory. If this is true, I would like to know how much weight training is enough. (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - January 29, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Nail Polish Danger?
Is there really a chemical in nail polish that is unhealthy for women? Can you tell me anything about it and whether using nail polish really is a threat? (Source: Dr. Weil Q and A)
Source: Dr. Weil Q and A - January 29, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
