http://www.DrLam.com.com My mission is to empower you to take control of your health. - Dr. Lam, MD. Find the latest health news and my views en-us http://www.drlam.com/news/news00139-Deet_In_Bug_Repellant_Toxic_To_Nervous_System.asp Deet works the same way paralyzing nerve gases used in warfare do. Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00138-Predictor_Found_For_Severe_Osteoarthritis.asp Study finds that those with high levels of a certain biomarker are more apt to have joint replacement. Tues, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00137-Many_Cancer_Survivors_Don't_Have_Healthy_Lifestyles.asp Study finds just 7 percent of older cancer survivors meet diet and exercise guidelines. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00136-Organic_Foods_Do_Not_Have_More_Nutrients.asp Research shows that organic foods have no nutritional difference from conventional foods. Thu, 30 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00135-Removing_Ovaries_Increases_Lung_Cancer_Risk.asp Getting a hysterectomy may nearly double women’s risk of developing lung cancer. Wed, 29 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00134-MP3 Players-Can_Cause_Permanent_Hearing_Loss.asp Turn down the volume to protect your ears! Tue, 28 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00133-Increased_Kidney_Diseases_For_The_Obese.asp Prehypertension does not affect risk of kidney diseases unless one has BMI over 30 kg/m2. Mon, 27 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00132-Healthy_Lifestyle_Correlated_To_Lower_Heart_Problems.asp Those who ate right and exercised lowered their chances of cardiovascular trouble. Wed, 22 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00132-Healthy_Lifestyle_Correlated_To_Lower_Heart_Problems.asp Those who ate right and exercised lowered their chances of cardiovascular trouble. Wed, 22 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00131-Eat_Citrus_Fruits_For_Weight_Control.asp Prevent obesity and diabetes through eating grapefruits. Tue, 21 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00130-Higher_Dementia_Rates_with_Age.asp Age remains the most important risk factor for dementia and AD. Mon, 20 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00129-Omega-3_Fats_In_Breast_Milk_Important_For_Infants.asp Om3 in breast milk will help premature babies to growth in their length, weight and head circumference in the first 6 months of life. Thu, 16 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00128-Eating_Less_Is_Anti-Aging.asp A study of monkeys who went on calorie restriction diets were found to live longer. Wed, 15 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00127-Prostate_Cancer_Test_Might_Be_Harmful.asp Prostate cancer screening might bring more harm than use because most prostate tumors are slow growing and not very life-threatening. Mon, 13 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00126-Stress_Increases_Weight_Gain.asp Hardships in a relationship or having difficulties paying the bills can lead to weight gain. Thu, 9 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00125-TV_Ads_Increase_Snacking_Habits.asp Watching TV food ads will trigger automatic eating, regardless of hunger, and is a significant contributor to the obesity epidemic. Wed, 8 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00124-Less_Cancer_For_Vegetarians.asp New UK research says that vegetarians are 12% less likely to develop cancer than meat eater. Tues, 7 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00123-Omega-3_Deficiency_A_Big_Problem.asp A new Harvard study has determined that Om3 deficiency in America will cause 96,000 deaths a year. Mon, 6 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00122-Animal_Fat_Associated_With_Pancreatic_Cancer.asp A diet that includes significant amounts of red meat and dairy products causes an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Thu, 2 July 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00121-Iron_Supplements_Benefit_Female-Soldiers.asp Iron supplementation (100 mg ferrous sulphate) given to female solders improved their physical and cognitive performance. Tues, 30 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00120-Breastfed_Infants_Grow_Up_With_Higher_IQ.asp New US research confirms previous studies that have linked breastfeeding to higher IQ. Mon, 29 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00119-Benefits_Of_Sipping_Red_Wine.asp Scientists now understand why red wine is so beneficial to health. Thu, 25 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00118-High_Vitamin_D_Levels_Associated_With_Weight_Loss.asp Results of a new study have discovered that Vitamin D deficiency is associated with obesity. Tues, 23 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00117-OM3_Prevents_Macular_Degeneration.asp New research has found that diets rich in omega-3-fatty acids may slow the progression of early age-related macular degeneration to advanced disease. Mon, 22 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00114-Allergies_Defend_Against_Cancer.asp An upside to allergies? Scientists believe they protect us against cancer. Wed, 10 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00113-Liver_Disease_May_be_Caused_By_Pollution.asp Not only do alcohol and hepatitis influence your liver, but also pollution is found to harm it. Tues, 9 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00112-Avert_Prostate_Cancer_Through_Diet.asp A diet low in fat and red meat and high in vegetables and fruits is beneficial in preventing and treating prostate cancer. Mon, 8 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00111-Low_VitaminD_Equals_Low_Cognition.asp Studies have shown that higher levels of Vitamin D in older men help in their thinking and cognitive skills. Wed, 3 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00110-Eating_Meat_Does_Not_Increase_Breast_Cancer_Risk.asp Study shows that the consumption of meat is not linked to developing breast cancer. Tues, 2 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/VitaminK_Reduces_Fracture_Risks.asp High doses of Vitamin K are effective in reducing the risk of fractures in post menopausal women. Mon, 1 June 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news000108-Harms_of_Texting.asp Text Messaging can bring about sleep deprivation and anxiety. Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news000107-Atrial_Fibrillation_Connected_To_Alzheimers.asp Patients with Atrial fibrillation have a higher chance of developing dementia. Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00106-chew_almonds_to_feel_full.asp Chewing almonds 40 times before swallowing may boost satiety and suppress hunger. Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00105-sunlight_needed_to_reduce_metabolic_syndrom.asp Studies show that older people have an increased deficiency in vitamin D, which correlates with increased metabolic syndrome. Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00104-Hypothyroidism_Increases_Risk_Liver_Cancer_Women.asp Women who have hypothyroid condition for over 10 years have a higher chance of developing liver cancer. Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/news00103-Taking_Folic_Acid_Baby_Heart_Defect.asp Adding B vitamin to grain products cuts congenital heart defects in newborns. Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://www.drlam.com/news/older_women_harder_life.asp Due to obesity and arthritis, older women will suffer more disabilities when they age as compared to men. Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://drlam.com/news/drink_fruit_juice_skinnier.asp Drinking a glass of 100 % juice daily has been found to lower risk factors for several chronic diseases. Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://drlam.com/news/news000100.asp One in five American deaths in adults is caused by smoking effects. Fri, 8 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://drlam.com/news/news00099.asp New research shows physical effects of caffeine withdrawals Thu, 7 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://drlam.com/news/news00098.asp Elderly who get up two or more times a night to urinate face a higher risk of death. Wed, 6 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://drlam.com/news/news00097.asp Studies show that women are more vulnerable to tobacco carcinogens than men are Tue, 5 May 2009 00:00:01 PST http://drlam.com/news/news00096.asp Both fish and walnuts thus help to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Wed, 22 April 2009 00:00:01 PST