Folate and folic acid are forms of a water-soluble B vitamin. Folate occurs naturally in food. Folic acid is synthetic and is found in supplements and fortified foods. Folate is important in the production and maintenance of new cells. This is especially…
Ranitidine belongs to a group of drugs called histamine-2 blockers. It is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other…
The Hidden Dumb Mistake Even Smart Doctors Make Fact: communicating with your doctor can make or break your personal health. A miscommunication can cause serious consequences, and not just with something like a prescription dosage. Doctors often assume their patients…
Hidden Drug Dangers That Nobody Talks About You’ve just had an appointment with your doctor. In your hand, you carry a little slip of paper for the pharmacist. A quick visit to the local drugstore, or an easy online order,…
Dangerous Diagnosis A threshold for a diagnosis is important since it determines whether an individual is sick, however a low threshold can introduce many problems. According to Dr. Welch, “physicians are now making diagnoses in individuals who wouldn’t have been…
