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Welcome to the Holistic Medicine Blog. This is where you can keep up-to-date on the latest pages and changes to this site. Here you can find keys to your own health, wellness and vibrant living without missing a thing. To subscribe to this blog, simply right-click on the orange RSS button (see bottom buttons to the left) and then paste the URL into your RSS reader or add it to your personalized home page. Here's to your health! The benefits of licorice root: adrenal support and more.Get the benefits of licorice root without worry. Holistic Medicine MD explains which conditions benefit and how to avoid the side effects. Permalink -- click for full blog post "The benefits of licorice root: adrenal support and more." Consider a Hops Supplement When Looking for Herbs for StressDid you know that a hops supplement can calm anxiety, improve digestion, and is a natural sleep aid? Find out at Holistic Medicine MD. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Consider a Hops Supplement When Looking for Herbs for Stress" Spaghetti featured in the latest Real Foods That HealIf you are not already subscribing, you won't see this in the archives for a while, and this is important. I'll give you a short excerpt, but you'll also get a lot of good information by looking at the glycemic index page on this site, at http://www.holistic-medicine-md.com/low-glycemic-foods.html I've been thinking lately about carbohydrates. Carb confusion is rampant, and every time I turn around I hear about another diet plan that takes a different slant on low carb. ... For some overweight people, 'no flour, no sugar' may be necessary to shift metabolism, move out of a pre-diabetic state, and drop to a normal body weight. ...strict rules like that are attractive, because they don't require a lot of decision making. But most of us don't want to be that restrictive. ...That's where the glycemic index comes in.... Click on 'Subscribe' now to never miss another Real Foods That Heal e-zine! Medicinal plants and herbs: natural health meets medical scienceWho advises you on medicinal plants and herbs? Can you depend on the store clerk to understand safety and interactions? Before you shop, get MD recommendations on herbs here Real Foods That Heal issue on Miso SoupIf you are subscribed to Real Foods That Heal, my weekly e-zine, check your e-mail inbox. I have been thinking about miso for a while, and writing about a nice hot soup was perfect for the frigid days we are having right now! Subscribers are the first to get these bulletins, as it won't be up on the archives for quite a while yet. If you missed it, click the Archives for other whole soy foods and good recipes! to your health, Robert Pendergrast, M.D. 2009 Year End thoughts on food and healthWhat have I learned in 2009 about food and health? Three areas deserve mention: Legumes and heart disease prevention: the more I read, study, and practice medicine, the more I am convinced of the value of beans for cardiovascular health. They will decrease LDL cholesterol, lower homocysteine, decrease inflammation in arteries, and make diabetes less likely. Take some time to look over all the bulletins on legumes, and you'll see what I mean! Aim for four legume meals per week. My long-held suspicion that the rapid absorption of carbohydrates leading to blood sugar and insulin elevations is a key cause of obesity has been confirmed in clinical practice. If you are concerned about weight, talk to me about reducing sugars and anything made with flour. We can prevent over 70,000 new cases of breast cancer each year in the United States by making good choices in food, exercise, and weight control. Astonishing. And even more astonishing that you hardly ever hear anything about this, even with all the pink ribbons and fund-raisers. But you will be hearing a lot about it soon: my book will be going to publication in the next few months, and I am ready to promote it with all the energy I can find. Preventing 70,000 cases of cancer is worth it, and I would love to build a fire under a movement to do just that. When you hear from me that the book is available, join me in the cause and help me spread the word. Thanks! To stay current on the latest science on foods and health, sign up for Real Foods That Heal (click on the link in the left hand column). to your health, Robert Pendergrast, M.D. Osteoporosis Treatment: Understanding Your OptionsConfused about osteoporosis treatment? Here's straight talk from a doctor about prescriptions and natural remedies Permalink -- click for full blog post "Osteoporosis Treatment: Understanding Your Options" Who needs osteoporosis medication?If your doctor writes for an osteoporosis medication, here's the information you need to make an informed decision. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Who needs osteoporosis medication?" Cancer Prevention: Powerful, Safe, Natural, and MD Verified.One third of cancers are related to our food choices. Cancer prevention strategies are known to science, now you can know them too. Move yourself from high to low-risk with real foods, MD researched Permalink -- click for full blog post "Cancer Prevention: Powerful, Safe, Natural, and MD Verified." Chamomile tea, safe and effective for all agesNervous stomach? Colic? Reach for chamomile tea as safer relief for upset stomachs or anxiety. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Chamomile tea, safe and effective for all ages" Adrenal Fatigue, causes and natural curesExhausted? Stressed? Relieve adrenal fatigue without dangerous hormone supplements. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Adrenal Fatigue, causes and natural cures" Preventing Breast Cancer: You Can Take Action to Reduce Your RiskHere are powerful tools for preventing breast cancer, scientifically supported real prevention from foods and daily life Real Foods That Heal issue on Lima Beans and your HeartAnother issue of the Real Foods That Heal e-zine has just gone out; if you are subscribed, check your e-mail inbox. I'm especially excited about the recipe with this one, and of course about the heart health that comes along with the good food! Also check the 2008 Archived editions of RFTH; almost the whole year is up on the site; simply click on the "Archives" link to your left. If you are not already subscribed, click to sign up; it's free and we will honor your privacy. best regards, Robert Pendergrast, MD Osteoporosis Treatment, Prevention, vitamin D, calcium supplements and moreAre prescription drugs for the rest of your life really the answer? If osteoporosis is your question, find answers here about calcium supplements, vitamin D, prevention, and natural medicine Real Foods That Heal issue on GrapesAnother issue of the Real Foods That Heal e-zine has just gone out; if you think you are subscribed but do not find this in your e-mail box by Monday morning the 21st, go back to the sign-up page and carefully re-enter your e-mail address. This week's bulletin is about the wonderful phytochemicals in grapes! Also, all 12 of the Archived volume 1 bulletins from 2008 are now posted on this site; simply click on the "Archives" link to your left. If you are not already subscribed, click to sign up; it's free and we will honor your privacy. best regards, Robert Pendergrast, MD New Issue of Real Foods That HealIf you are a subscriber to the Real Foods That Heal e-zine, check your inbox! I've just posted a new issue (September 13, 2009), this one taking on the somewhat controversial health benefits of red wine. Also, the 2008 Archived editions are gradually making their way onto the archives pages on the web site. Keep checking back on those as I'll be uploading them as fast as I can! If you are not already subscribed, there's a sign up page just waiting for you, and it's free! best regards, Robert Pendergrast, MD Use stinging nettle for seasonal allergies.Stinging nettle is a documented herbal alternative to antihistamines for allergies, and also helps the prostate. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Use stinging nettle for seasonal allergies." Lactoferrin can build bone densityLearn about lactoferrin from holistic MD; a natural osteoporosis treatment. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Lactoferrin can build bone density" Symptoms of mesothelioma: here's help from holistic medicineHolistic Medicine reduces symptoms of mesothelioma safely Permalink -- click for full blog post "Symptoms of mesothelioma: here's help from holistic medicine" Heart Attack PreventionIs heart attack prevention a puzzle you have figured out? Here's your answer key. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Heart Attack Prevention"
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