Tag Archives: Meds

Popular Heartburn Meds Linked to Osteoporosis

Americans spend a whopping $ 13 billion a year on over-the-counter (OTC) antacids (acid neutralizers) and OTC and prescription proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which are the most popular heartburn medications on the market.1 It’s estimated that more than 15% of the population are on PPIs.2,3 Prescription PPIs like Nexium, Dexilant, Prilosec, Zegerid, Prevacid, Protonix, Aciphex… Read More »

Some blood pressure-lowering meds linked to less memory decline in older adults, study finds

Older adults taking blood pressure-lowering medications known to cross the blood-brain barrier had better memory recall over time compared to those taking other types of medicines to treat high blood pressure, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a risk factor for cognitive… Read More »

When do you need blood pressure meds

But your doctor might be able to reduce or stop your treatment if your blood pressure stays under control for several years. If your doctor determines that your high blood pressure is primarily related to modifiable factors and your blood pressure readings normalize after you make changes, it may be time to discuss whether you need… Read More »

Omega-3 Fish Oil As Effective As Meds For Some ADHD Kids

According to researchers, attention improved in children with ADHD when given omega-3 fish oil supplements, but only in children with omega-3 blood levels that were low.[1] Previous studies by the researchers discovered that children who are omega-3 deficient are more prone to having severe ADHD. The 12 week randomized controlled trial consisted of 92 ADHD… Read More »