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More Gleanings from the healthcare industry

Coffee Linked to Miscarriages

A Swedish/U.S. research team, publishing its findings in the 12/20/2000 New England Journal of Medicine, found that American coffee increased the risk of miscarriage:

1-3 cups - 30% increased risk
3-5 cups - 40% increased risk
5+ cups - 100% increased risk

Chocolate Is Good for the Heart

Chocolate contains procyanidin, a chemical belonging to a group called the polyphenolic compounds which are known to protect against coronary heart disease.

A research team in Sweden and the United States, publishing its findings in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the equivalent of one-to-three cups of American coffee increases the risk of miscarriage by 30 percent. Three-to-five cups raises the risk by 40 percent. Five cups or more yields more than double the risk. 

Source: Associated Press, December 20, 2000

Chocolate Is Not Always Good for the Brain

Chocolate is a common food trigger for migraines. Of the 28 million Americans who suffer from migraines, 70% are women. The most common food triggers for migraines are:

  • Chocolate
  • Red wine
  • Nuts
  • Dairy products
  • Cured meats
  • The food additive MSG

Source: www.zomig.com/recipes

Snuff Out Seasonal Allergies

Are seasonal allergies driving you crazy? Here are some tips:

  • Keep windows closed during the day, and especially at night. Use air conditioning to filter air.
  • Don't use overhead fans while sleeping.
  • Limit outdoor activity when pollen counts are highest: mornings during the fall when ragweed is at its worst, and evenings during the spring and summer when grass pollen levels are elevated.
  • During the day, pollen collects on your clothes and hair. Shower before going to bed so that you are not rubbing your face in a pillow full of pollen.
  • Eliminate exposure to tobacco smoke.
  • If you are building a home, include a central vac.
  • Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter.
  • Use Dacron or foam hypoallergenic pillows and hypoallergenic mattresses. Avoid goose down.
  • Do not store firewood near the home.
  • If you are allergic to your pets, remove them from your home.
  • Turn house plants into outdoor plants. If you must have them in the home, don't have them in your bedroom.
  • Use an Austin Air Cleaner HEPA filter in your bedroom and family room.
  • Limit the amount of carpet in your home.
  • Cleaning the inside of your refrigerator with vinegar will help to control mildew.
  • Purchase draperies, sheets, and blankets that can be washed in 130 degree water to kill dust mites
  • Keep the humidity level at 25-50%.

My allergies

My allergies have been driving me nuts since I was in grade school. When I was about 40, I ran into a friend at the airport, and for some reason we started talking about allergies. He told me that he took allergy shots for 2 years and then was cured. That got my attention, because I had been taking allergy shots since I was about seven years old. I quickly asked who his doctor was. He said, "Alan Gilbert."

ALAN GILBERT! That was my allergist. At my next appointment, I told Dr. Gibert the story and then asked him why I had been taking allergy shots for over 30 years. He simply said, "Because of all my patients, you easily have the worst allergies."  

So, how do I survive my allergies other than two shots per week? Here are the medications I recommend you ask your doctor about. Ask your doctor before trying them. I am not a doctor.

  • OTC Flonase® Sensimist™ - Two sprays in each nostril daily
  • OTC Zyrtec® 10mg Tablets - One tablet nightly before bed. Zyrtec makes you drowsy, so take it before bed.
  • Atrovent® (Ipratropium bromide) - I call this Imodium® for your nose. It is a nasal spray. I suffer from something called gustatory rhinitis. Every time I eat, whether it is a saltine cracker or jalapeños, my nose runs. Taking Atrovent before my meal cures it. Ipratropium bromide is also a cheaper alternative to Astepro®. A prescription is necessary.
  • Astepro® (Astelin or Azelastine) - An antihistamine nasal spray. It is interesting, because it also seems to act like a decongestant. It acts much more quickly than most oral antihistamines. A prescription is necessary.

 

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