Soy for Postmenopausal Women

Soy for Postmenopausal Women

Soy contains isoflavones, phytoestrogens (“plant estrogens”) that mimic some of the effects of estrogen. Many women consume soy or soy supplements in hopes of gaining some of the benefits of estrogen while avoiding the side effects of synthetic hormones. Soy may help...
Transdermal Methimazole for Hyperthyroid Cats

Transdermal Methimazole for Hyperthyroid Cats

Hyperthyroidism (too much thyroid hormone) is a  common disease of older cats. Signs include weight loss, changes in appetite, vomiting, increased thirst and urination, hyperactivity, and diarrhea. High levels of thyroid hormone can cause heart disease. Methimazole is...
Oral vs. Topical Therapy for Arthritis

Oral vs. Topical Therapy for Arthritis

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are among the most commonly prescribed drugs and are responsible for approximately one-quarter of all adverse drug reaction reports. NSAIDs are widely prescribed for patients with the rheumatic disease-a population at...
Cinnamon to Lower Blood Glucose and Cholesterol

Cinnamon to Lower Blood Glucose and Cholesterol

Cinnamon seems to lower blood glucose, triglycerides, and LDL cholesterol in patients with type 2 diabetes. Cinnamon may increase insulin sensitivity, which improves the utilization of carbohydrates and fats. In a study, doses ranged from 1 to 6 grams per day of...
Can diabetics eat sugar?

Can diabetics eat sugar?

Having diabetes doesn’t mean having to follow a completely sugar-free diet. People with diabetes should eat a healthy, balanced diet. You should still be able to…