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Healthier Summer Treats

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Published: October 22, 2012
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Summer is here, and and it's time to start taking advantage of the warm weather, getting outdoors and joining in on favorite activities. It's a great time for fitness and fun in the sun (good ol' vitamin D). But summer can also be a time of temptation to over-indulge in unhealthy treats — sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages, ice cream, and Margaritas by the pool. If you're not paying attention, you can easily undo all the benefits the healthy season has to offer. In this week's newsletter, we'll remind you of the importance of watching your sugar intake. We'll give you a few pointers on how to do it, and share a couple of recipes for healthy summer treats. With a little effort, you'll find it's not too difficult to satisfy your sweet tooth and still reach the end of summer with a slimmer waistline.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Glaucoma Risk Increases in Thyroid Disorders

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Published: October 22, 2012
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In this study, the association between a self-reported history of thyroid problems and a self-reported history of glaucoma (increased eye pressure) was evaluated in 12,376 participants from the U.S.-based 2002 National Health Interview Survey. Those who reported a history of any thyroid problem had a 50% increased risk of having also had glaucoma (increased eye pressure). The prevalence of glaucoma was 6.5% in those who did report thyroid problems and 4.4% in those who did not.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Insomnia Associated with Low Levels of the GABA

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Published: October 22, 2012
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This study using brain scanning showed low levels of GABA in the brains of those with insomnia. GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is naturally made in the brain from the amino acid glutamate, and vitamin B6 (both in a good multivitamin powder). It is the brain's chief "inhibitory" neurotransmitter, known to help induce relaxation, ease pain, and help sleep.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Natural Immune Boosters and Antivirals

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Published: October 22, 2012
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1. Thymic protein A is an excellent natural immune stimulant. Although not a hormone, thymic protein A mimics the natural hormone produced by the thymus, the gland that stimulates the immune system. I find it to be extraordinarily effective in fighting common acute infections of any kind that seem to pop up and recommend it be in everyone's medicine cabinet.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Immune Abnormalities in CFS - Two New Studies

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Published: October 22, 2012
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Two excellent new studies have just come out that look at the immune abnormalities in CFS. Their conclusions? There are many cytokine (immune chemical) abnormalities in CFS, and the pattern they make is quite characteristic for CFS. This may allow creation of a lab test panel that, according to researchers from Bond University in Australia (who partnered with Dr. Nancy Klimas, one of my favorite CFS researchers) "may serve as biomarkers in CFS/ME patients with potential for an application as a diagnostic tool."

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Vitamin B12 May Be More Effective Than Medications for Diabetic Nerve Pain

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Published: October 22, 2012
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A significant problem faced by diabetics is the development of nerve pain, called "diabetic neuropathy." Traditionally, tricyclic antidepressants such as Elavil or nortriptyline have been a first-line therapy for this pain. Other medications such as Neurontin and Cymbalta can also be helpful.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Six Natural Remedies to Address a Cold

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Published: October 22, 2012
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With winter fully upon us, cold season has officially arrived, with coughing, sinus congestion, and the dullness that colds impart. Fortunately, natural cold remedies can help you to beat colds more quickly, and reduce the severity of symptoms.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Migraines - The Role of the Hypothalamus

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Published: October 22, 2012
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Hypothalamic Activation in Spontaneous Migraine Attacks

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Pregnant? Check this Simple Test and Save Your Baby's Life!

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Published: October 22, 2012
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Doctors unnecessarily let 50,000 healthy babies die each year by ignoring thyroid issues in pregnant women.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

Can a Banana Save Your Life?

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Published: October 22, 2012
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In earlier newsletters I've discussed how eating salt in itself, for most people, is not a major risk. In fact, several major studies show that higher salt consumption is actually associated with a lower risk of death. This week I'd like to take the conversation to the next level and talk about what the real issue more likely is regarding salt and health. It's not so much the amount of salt you eat — it's much more about the balance between your intake of three important minerals: sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. His newest book (June 10, 2024) is You Can Heal From Long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.

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