Aug 4
If your only experience with figs has been as cookie filling, you’re missing out. Here’s what’s healthy about figs.
Jul 10
Ginger is an herb with a complex chemical structure and proven efficacy in treating certain medical conditions. So why don't we know more about it and use it more often? Actually, many parts of the world have been using this herb for more than 2,000 years - it is a common additive and medicinal herb in Chinese and Indian cultures.
Jul 6
Typically marketed as dietary supplements, “energy drinks”—such as Red Bull, 5-Hour Energy and Wired—are a fast-growing billion-dollar industry. Before you get buzzed, read on.
Jun 16
Risk of stillbirth is four times higher in IVF pregnancies
IUGR , IVF Pregnancy , Miscarriage , Pregnancy , Prematurity , Thrombophilia No Comments »This is a critique of a recent article that reported on the reasons for increased risk for stillbirth in pregnancies conceived by IVF/ICSI. This is an example of a poorly designed study with poor results and even poorer interpretation of the results. Read to understand why so many subjects in medicine are still controversial despite extensive research and billions of dollars.
Jun 5
Why low molecular weight heparin prevents pregnancy complications
Health , IUGR , Miscarriage , Preeclampsia , Pregnancy , Prematurity , Thrombophilia 1 Comment »A recent article published in the journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology presented the results of a beautiful experiment, which has added a new dimension to the benefits of anticoagulation in pregnancy. Historically, patients with recurrent pregnancy loss (miscarriage), preeclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), and fetal demise have been treated with various forms of anticoagulation including aspirin, unfractionated heparin and fractionated heparin, known as low molecular weight heparin.
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