Kim Stewart 
Could tomato juice be your next patient recommendation? Chronic endothelial injury from hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes are important contributors of atherosclerosis progression in aging populations. This means it is important to find easy ways to regulate patient blood pressure (BP), and lipid and glucose metabolism, to prevent the development ofRead
The George family name has been linked symbiotically to the growth of integrative health and medicine in the United States for 20 years. When a group of philanthropists met with a set of integrative academics at the Miraval Resort in 1999 and then again in 2001 in what would becomeRead
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have discovered a new sensory organ that is able to detect painful mechanical damage, such as pricks and impacts. The discovery is published in the journal Science. An essential prerequisite for the survival of an organism is the ability to detect and respond toRead
[Disclosure: My explorations of politics on this blog are limited to how political courage and well-expended political capital can have a sustainable impact on reducing our current cancer burden. ~ Glenn Sabin] Given former vice president Joe Biden is currently atop the polls of democratic hopefuls in the hunt forRead
Montmorency tart cherry juice, made from the most abundant cherries in the United States, has long been coveted by gout sufferers, athletes for exercise recovery, and those seeking a good night’s sleep. Now there’s evidence that this polyphenol-rich beverage may help improve cognitive performance in older adults and reduce insulinRead
Many different countries have a tea culture, and Japanese Matcha tea is growing in popularity around the world. In Japan, Matcha has a long history of being used for various medicinal purposes. It has been suspected to have various beneficial effects to health, but relatively little scientific evidence supported thatRead
As part of the Lancet Group’s commitment to increasing gender equity, diversity, and inclusion in research and publishing, all of the publishing group’s 18 medical journals have adopted a new Diversity Pledge and No All-Male Panel Policy. At the same time, the Group reports progress on improving the representation ofRead
A new study from the University of Iowa finds that some women considered to be a normal weight could unknowingly be at high risk for obesity-related health issues. It comes down to body shape – apple or pear – and suggests that physicians should measure risk of heart disease, cancerRead
