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Lactose intolerance is a common digestive disorder where the body has difficulty digesting lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. It can cause symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort after consuming lactose-containing foods. While there is no cure for lactose intolerance, homeopathy offers a natural approach ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am on Medicare, and my primary care physician just retired. Not many places are taking new patients these days, especially on Medicare. Given the choice, should I look for an M.D. (medical doctor) or a D.O. (doctor of osteopathy)? -- T.C.

ANSWER: In my opinion, the training of D.O.s and M.D.s is so nearly equivalent that ...Read more

Interior belly fat -- aka visceral fat -- is the fat you cannot see (at least not yet) that's building up around your internal organs and damaging your health. Not only does it increase your risk for prediabetes and diabetes, but it also damages your cardiovascular system.

A study in European Heart Journal used AI to evaluate imaging from more ...Read more

Joint pain is a common ailment that can significantly impact one's quality of life. Whether caused by arthritis, injury, or inflammation, finding effective relief is essential. Homeopathy offers a holistic and individualized approach to managing joint pain by addressing the underlying causes and promoting overall joint health. In this article...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter was recently visiting and tested positive for COVID. Since my last COVID vaccine was eight months ago, I searched for how much protection I still had and understood the response to be little to none. So, why is the recommendation for vaccination only once per year and not more frequent so that we always have some ...Read more

We are all a little thin-skinned (your skin at its thickest is only a few millimeters), but this multi-function organ, covering 15 to 21 square feet, can tell you a lot about what's going on inside your body.

As a billboard for signs of premature aging, neglect or disease, the skin can reveal that you're sleep deprived, dehydrated, if you smoke...Read more

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic digestive disorder characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel habits. While conventional treatments for IBS focus on symptom management, many individuals seek alternative approaches for long-term relief. Homeopathy offers gentle and individualized remedies ...Read more

For a lot of people, the problem with vaccines isn't their therapeutic benefits -- they are one of medicine's greatest achievements -- but rather how vaccines are delivered: by injection.

In animal models, researchers at North Caroline State University are experimenting with a new vaccine delivery that uses dental floss to introduce vaccine ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm a generally healthy 73-year-old man. I recently had blood work done and was incidentally noted to have high liver tests (ALT and AST). My doctor ordered a sonogram, which said that my liver was "diffusely echogenic, consistent with fatty infiltration." I used to have an occasional drink, but I haven't had any alcohol for ...Read more

Niacin, aka vitamin B3, is essential for your health, and the only way you can get any is through foods and supplements. Niacin's job is to help convert food into energy and support the nervous system, and it is available from nuts, seeds, bananas, poultry and whole grains and is often added to cereals. The recommended daily amount is 16 ...Read more

Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that can affect the quality of life and overall well-being of individuals. While there are various conventional treatments available for insomnia, some people prefer a more natural approach. Homeopathy offers gentle remedies that aim to address the underlying causes of insomnia and promote restful sleep ...Read more