2007 January

Everyone in the medical profession knows the problem with antibiotics. The excessive overuse of these drugs has prompted bacteria to quickly adapt and become much more resistant to even the most powerful antibiotics.

What do banaba leaf extract, bitter melon, and nopal cactus have in common? Each of these botanicals has been shown to help control blood sugar levels.

An HSI member named Mary asks: “I read your article on chlorine and have a concern. I do water aerobics 3x a week for an hour. If a 10 minute shower is bad, what can that be doing?”

When choosing a multivitamin, don’t forget to look for one that has plenty of key vitamins and minerals, and, of course, is shaped like a favorite cartoon character.

If you know someone who’s struggling with cancer, one of the best gifts you could possibly give her is a tip on how she might overcome fatigue. Here’s the tip: L-carnitine.