Pet Allergies Can Worsen Hay Fever Symptoms
A team at Queen’s University in Canada led by Dr Anne Ellis, an assistant professor in the departments of medicine and microbiology and immunology, has found those with allergies to cats and dogs develop ragweed […]
PANDAS in Identical Twins: Environmental Factors Play Role
Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with Streptococcus (PANDAS) involves childhood-onset obsessive compulsive disorder and tic disorders. The symptoms resemble Sydenham chorea, primarily because they have an acute onset after a bout with group A Streptococcus […]
The Country Requiring the Most Infant Vaccine Doses has the Highest Infant Mortality Rate
Which country requires the most infant vaccine doses and yet has the highest infant mortality rate? Yes, that would be the United States, based on new research (May 4, 2011). Those demanding scrutiny of vaccine policies have […]
Connection Between Allergy and Tourette Syndrome Confirmed
Study compares 845 patients with Tourette syndrome with 3378 controls ACN Latitudes has promoted the concept of a link between allergy and Tourette syndrome for close to 20 years. While conventional medicine ignores this connection […]
4 Important Vitamins to Prevent and Help Cure the Flu
You may have seen the news reports that the 2008 flu vaccine was only 44% effective. Nutritional experts suggest that strengthening the immune system is the most failproof way to prevent or treat the flu. […]
A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to ADHD
MARY ANN BLOCK, MD Medical Director of the Block Center, Hurst, Texas My positive experience with nonpharmacological treatments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and behavior problems inspired me to become a physician. […]
Natural and Integrated Pest Control — A Free Resource
We’ve all had the problem of pesky mosquitoes, spiders, fleas, and other bugs. We want to avoid toxic products but don’t know what will truly work. Stephen Tvedtenn has produced an online volume that should have what you are […]
Study: Diet Helps Some ADHD Kids More Than Drugs
Dr. Lidy Pelsser, Dutch author of a new study on diet and ADHD, reports that 64% of children diagnosed with ADHD are actually experiencing a hypersensitivity to food. Listen to the doctor’s interview on National Public Radio, […]
Tourette Syndrome Tics Triggered by Electricity
I’ve known Matt for ten years. Recently I became concerned that some of his Tourette syndrome symptoms were related to hypersensitivity to electromagnetic radiation. Now his latest email confirmed it. Matt wrote in an e-mail: […]
15 Simple Ways to Understand Food Allergies
If you’ve ever been confused when trying to understand food allergy, don’t feel bad. The issue is complex, and not without disagreement among experts. Hopefully this article will help you sort things out. We thank […]