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If you're one of the 25% to 30% of U.S. adults who are sedentary, not getting even the minimum recommended 30 minutes of daily motion, you're setting yourself up for a roster of chronic conditions, starting with heart disease -- and heading to dementia, cancer, and joint woes.

Well, if you would like to change your ways and improve your heart ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I just discontinued using metoprolol succinate extended release (ER) at a dosage of 6.25 mg. My heart rate is normally in the 70-80s, and my blood pressure is normal. My doctor prescribed metoprolol for palpitations, but it seems totally unnecessary. My issue is that I am experiencing tachycardia of over 100 beats every single ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old healthy woman (who is 5 feet, 3 inches tall and weighs 118 pounds). I have no underlying health issues except slightly high blood pressure. I have had all the COVID vaccines that have been offered. I did have a slight case of COVID in 2022.

I received the 2024-25 COVID vaccine on Aug. 1. Then they came up ...Read more

If you're 45 to 65 years old and love eating ultra-processed foods (UPF) -- even though you know they're damaging your mind and body -- you may be addicted to these seductive products.

A study in the journal Addiction looked at data on 2,000 folks and found that 21% of women and 10% of men ages 45 to 60, who grew up or were young adults when ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your recent column where you said that ivermectin has not been proven to be an effective treatment for cancer. I feel that you need to be further informed on the positive aspects of Ivermectin. I have on file dozens of testimonials about the cancer-curing properties of ivermectin. -- J.A.

ANSWER: Testimonials are not ...Read more

Can't quite remember what you were looking for on the computer? Not sure what that person's name is? A study in Neurology reports that cognitive problems are on the rise, especially among younger folks. Looking at 4.5 million survey responses, researchers found that almost 10 % of folks under age 40 say that physical, mental, or emotional ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife and I are both healthy and in our 70s. At 5 feet, 9 inches tall, we are both at a reasonable weight. Our yearly blood panels always come back with good results. We both take Lipitor. We play pickleball, walk and ride bikes on a regular basis. We don't smoke and enjoy wine in moderation. There is no history on either ...Read more

The phrase "You are what you eat" is adapted from an 1826 book by a French foodie titled "The Physiology of Taste." And while it may be true, the author missed another noteworthy truth: You are what you drink.

Two new studies show how important it is to drink plenty of water and skip soft drinks entirely. (You already know you should only drink...Read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) is responsible for producing just under 20% of all corporate and government written content, from job posts to press releases, and one study found that AI was used in about one out of 10 student writing assignments. No wonder a Pew Research Center survey found that around half of you are worried about how AI will be ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 69-year-old female. I walk every day and belong to an exercise group that I attend twice a week. I'm writing because during a routine dental cleaning, my dentist noticed a spot on the left side of my tongue that turned out to be squamous cell carcinoma.

I've never smoked, and I drink less than one alcoholic ...Read more

Your gut contains 10 times as many microbial cells as there are in the rest of your body -- for a total of around 100 trillion microbes (bacteria, fungi, viruses, etc.) from up to 5,000 different species. These busy little organisms help you get energy from food; help manufacture neurotransmitters like dopamine (involved with movement, pleasure,...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: What is the difference between a cold and the flu? -- A.T.R.

ANSWER: Both colds and influenza (the "flu") are respiratory illnesses that are caused by viruses. Influenza is caused specifically by the influenza viruses, which come in two main types (A and B). Influenza A is further broken down into different subtypes based on ...Read more

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, in children seems anomalous. Indeed, it's relatively rare but not unheard of. In the U.S. roughly one in seven children and teens may have high blood pressure or be trending toward it.

That does not bode well for their future health. A new analysis of 37,000 people found that high blood pressure at age 7 ...Read more

Sciatica is a painful condition caused by the compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, resulting in radiating pain, tingling, and numbness along the lower back, buttocks, and legs. While conventional treatments are available, some individuals seek alternative approaches to manage their sciatica symptoms. Homeopathy, a holistic system ...Read more

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. While conventional treatments for RA exist, some individuals seek alternative approaches to complement their management plan. Homeopathy, a holistic system of medicine, offers potential remedies that may help...Read more

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition characterized by red, inflamed patches of skin covered with silvery scales. While there is no cure for psoriasis, many individuals seek alternative approaches to manage their symptoms and promote overall skin health. Homeopathy, a natural and holistic system of medicine, offers potential remedies that may...Read more

Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition characterized by the clouding of the lens, leading to blurry vision and impaired eyesight. While conventional treatment options include surgery, some individuals may explore alternative approaches, such as homeopathy, to support their eye health. In this article, we explore several homeopathic ...Read more