Fighting Back Against Lyme Disease
Antibiotics are the standard therapy for Lyme disease. Like other drugs, the way they are taken can strongly influence the outcome of treatment.
Antibiotics are the standard therapy for Lyme disease. Like other drugs, the way they are taken can strongly influence the outcome of treatment.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 04.18.2012
Two conditions are creating what may become the perfect storm for transmission of Lyme disease this spring.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 04.08.2012
You know trans fats are bad for you. High consumption of trans-fatty acids raises cholesterol levels and increases the risk of heart attacks.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 04.01.2012
Scientists have known for years that major and minor life stresses interfere with immune function and contribute to disease.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 03.24.2012
For many Americans, adopting a healthier diet is a radical change, with sacrifices such as swapping a salad and vegetable juice for a burger and a shake. But the positive results are equally radical in terms of weight loss, improved health and reduction in diabetes risk.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.06.2011
Pomegranates are making a big splash in nutrition research, with scientists searching for the latest health benefits of this antioxidant-rich fruit.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 09.01.2011
Whether you buy them at the farmstand, the supermarket or grow your own, there are a few things you should know about tomatoes.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 07.15.2011
Red, ripe and delicious, strawberries are a little fruit that work overtime for your health. Peak strawberry season is just around the corner, so now is the perfect time to add strawberries to your menu for summer weight loss.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 07.07.2011
Spring is the perfect time of year to enjoy the wonderful freshness of parsley and cilantro. Not only do these herbs add flavor and color, but they also have special health benefits.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 06.26.2011
Could a traditional food have pain- and inflammation-reducing effects similar to over the counter pain medicine like ibuprofen? Scientists from It...
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 06.18.2011
Aromatic ginger is a superstar of traditional medicine in Asia, where it has been treasured for thousands of years for its amazing flavors and impressive health benefits.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
Because it is something of a mystery disease that can show itself as a bewildering array of other conditions, you could have Leaky Gut Syndrome and not even realize it.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
For people who are sedentary or get very little exercise, moderate physical activity can enhance immune function. Yet intense physical training, at any level, could actually decrease immunity.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
Integrated medicine seeks to restore balance and healthy function, instead of simply treating symptoms -- and it is a powerful way to address chronic illness.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
patients' problems are never fully explained by their diseases. There is almost always something quirky or strange that separates each person's illness from the textbook case.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
Although certain drugs can be effective in relieving unpleasant symptoms of acid reflux, they don't really deal with the underlying issue.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
Taking any dose of aspirin on a regular basis can triple your risk of dangerous gastrointestinal bleeding. If aspirin were a new drug, it would have a tough time getting approved by the FDA.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
Several studies have found that the attitude toward vitamins and other nutritional supplements is Don't ask, don't tell. How do you know when interactions among drugs and supplements will be beneficial?
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011
If you're stressed about your weight, here's a good reason to relax: stress is often a major cause of weight gain and relaxation can ease your path to healthy weight loss.
Leo Galland, M.D. | Posted 04.27.2012