Dr. Michael Cutler
Make Your Metabolism More Efficient with Magnesium
Posted: 11-4-2009 at 7:00 am
Magnesium is an essential mineral responsible for healthy metabolism—or the chemical processes that happen within your body that are necessary for you to remain alive. For example, research has shown that magnesium plays an important role in managing prescription drug-induced high blood pressure and improving mental function. According to research from the University of Maryland, if you are deficient in magnesium it could lead to other serious conditions such as asthma, osteoporosis and attention deficit disorders.
Health News
Study: Birth control pills double stroke risk »
Posted: 11-5-2009 at 5:00 am
Researchers with Loyola University Health Center say taking oral contraceptives doubles a woman’s risk for having a stroke.
The pain relief benefits of cherries »
Posted: 11-5-2009 at 5:00 am
There’s a new, all-natural tool in the fight against sore muscles for marathoners and other athletes: cherries. Recent research has found that drinking tart cherry juice may help runners recover more quickly and effectively reduce post-race pain.
Study: Low-fat diet important after skin cancer »
Posted: 11-5-2009 at 5:00 am
People who have had skin cancer and avoid high-fat foods have a lower risk of the disease returning, according to a new study.
Nutritional Supplement May Benefit The Elderly In Two Ways1108 »
Posted: 11-4-2009 at 7:00 am
Researchers at the University of Catania in Italy say that a fitness supplement may also improve the health of aging eyes, limiting the growth of cataracts. In an experiment using cells from animal models, Enrico Rizzarelli and his cohorts found that carnosine limited the cloudiness caused by a chemical thought to lead to cataracts called guanidine.
Blood Clots Near the Skin Linked to Deeper and Deadlier Clotting »
Posted: 11-4-2009 at 7:00 am
Superficial vein thrombosis (SVT), or blood clotting close enough to the skin to be seen by the naked eye, is not a life-threatening health issue in most cases, but researchers have found a link between SVT and a more serious condition relating to deeper clots. A team of researchers from various medical institutions in Graz, Austria, set out to establish the link between SVT and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), a potentially fatal condition where clotting occurs within muscles or other deep tissue.
Health Articles
Posted: 10-28-2009 at 7:00 am
Did you know that honey is the ultimate super food? Based on the numerous health benefits, honey may provide more nutrients, vitamins and minerals than meat, eggs, milk, grains and vegetables. Plus, it only contains about 100 calories per teaspoon. Unlike refined sugar, honey and other natural sugars—found in dates, figs and raisins—are live physiological sugars which contain the germs of life. “Flowers of sulphur” or bee pollen with raw honey can even be applied topically to the skin to promote healing.
Posted: 10-28-2009 at 7:00 am
Are you one of the millions of Americans who suffer from some type of chronic joint disorder such as arthritis, gout, lupus or fibromyalgia? Although each type of condition has its own unique characteristics, when it comes to the excruciating symptoms of inflamed joints and muscles… stiff neck… sore back… aching hips… cracking knees… swollen feet… and rigid toes and fingers, most all of them cause PAIN. Now studies are finding that some of these joint conditions may also be connected to other types of painful chronic health problems.
Posted: 10-28-2009 at 7:00 am
>Here’s a yummy way to start your day—a healthy breakfast that tastes so delicious you’ll forget that it’s also good for you!
Aromatic Herb!»
Posted: 10-21-2009 at 7:00 am
Did you know that garlic is fondly known as “the stinking rose” because of its many therapeutic qualities combined with a distinctive pungent odor? Including this nutritious herb in your daily diet not only adds a delicious flavor to a variety of foods but also provides numerous health benefits. Many people believe that one effective health quality of garlic is helping hinder or destroy the growth of microorganisms, especially bacteria, that cause disease.
Because of these properties, garlic is an excellent choice to help ward off yeast infections.
Posted: 10-21-2009 at 7:00 am
Dear Dr. Cutler,
Could you provide me with information on hiatal hernia? My elderly father has requested any information you can give us. We would greatly appreciate it.
—Todd F.
Dear Todd,
Hiatal hernia is an abnormal condition in which the upper part of…
