Naturopathic Physician in Guilford, CT
Acupuncture and physical exercise improve hormone levels and menstrual bleeding pattern in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), reveals research from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. PCOS is a common disorder that affects up to 10% of all women of
In a randomized, placebo-controlled study involving 47 premenopausal and 49 postmenopausal women, results indicate that supplementation with a herbal formula may reduce the risk of breast cancer. The women were randomized to placebo or supplementation with a mixture of HMR
It’s no secret that eating well is good for both body and mind, so it may not come as a surprise that a new study finds women who eat more olive oil and leafy vegetables such as salads and cooked
The Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine published a recent study demonstrating the benefits of acupuncture for treating hot flashes and other side-effects related to chemotherapy and tamoxifen. Patients used in the study had been receiving tamoxifen for at least
Researchers looking at data from the ongoing Black Women’s Health Study found that eating carrots, collard greens, cabbage, and broccoli can reduce breast cancer risk, particularly an aggressive form common among African American women. Previous studies of the relationship between
We’ve known for several years that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) increases the risk of breast cancer. Now, a new report derived from following the same population that was originally studied in the Women’s Health Initiative demonstrates even more risks associated
Clinically, I’ve seen consistent improvements in heart disease markers when implementing a low glycemic diet. The glycemic index is an indicator of how high the carbohydrate portion of a food causes blood sugar to rise-this is especially important for diabetic
Osteoporosis can present many challenges in clinical practice, particularly in women who have a history of estrogen-sensitive cancers. This is further complicated if they are sensitive to the typical bisphosphonate drugs (Fosamax, Boniva, etc.) that are usually relied upon to
Clinically, I’ve seen such great results with this herb, so it’s nice to see further confirmation that it’s truly effective! Vitex and PMS in Chinese Women Chinese women suffering from moderate to severe premenstrual syndrome (PMS) were studied in a
Soy linked to longer survival in Chinese women with breast cancer JAMA 2009;302:2437-43 [PubMed Abstract] Researchers studying the anticancer effects of soy have found a link between high dietary intake and prolonged survival in Chinese women with breast cancer. Women
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