Q&A with Dr. Jim

Feb 13

Q: How are Organic and Wild Salmon Different?

There are no official standards for organic fish, so is organically labeled salmon comparable to wild salmon?

 
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Feb 6

Q: How Can I Get Rid of My Motion Sickness?

To help prevent or reduce motion sickness, pay attention to your position while in cars, planes, and boats. Also, take advantage of natural remedies that can help curtail motion sickness symptoms.

 
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Jan 30

Q: How Can I Overcome My Overactive Bladder?

Is medication the only way to treat an overactive bladder? Dr. Weil suggests behavioral changes that you can try first.

 
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Jan 24

Q: Can Using Too Much Black Pepper Be Harmful?

Is there something found in black pepper that can be harmful? How much would one have to use to see the effects?

 
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Jan 16

Q: Is There Something Wrong with Grapefruit Juice?

Grapefruit juice contains something that interferes with the absorption and metabolism of a number of drugs. Why is this and which drugs does it affect?

 
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Jan 9

Q: Why do I Have a Metallic Taste in my Mouth?

Although having a metallic taste in the mouth does not usually suggest a serious health issue, Dr. Weil explains what can cause this to occur.

 
 Why do I Have a Metallic Taste in my Mouth? [3:37m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Jan 2

Q: Can Orange Juice Prevent Heart Disease?

Studies have shown that orange juice fortified with plant sterols can reduce C-reactive protein and cholesterol in subjects. Are these juices available?

 
 Can Orange Juice Prevent Heart Disease? [4:44m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Dec 26

Q: What is Recommended for Autoimmune Disorders?

Dr. Weil recommends supplements and dietary changes that can help you fight the commonly recognized autoimmune diseases.

 
 What is Recommended for Autoimmune Disorders? [4:17m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Dec 19

Q: Is it Possible to be Allergic to Ladybugs?

In recent years, incidents of ladybug allergies have been on the increase, and are now comparable to cat or cockroach allergies. Dr. Weil tells us why - and what you can do if you’re allergic.

 
 Is it Possible to be Allergic to Ladybugs? [3:33m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Dec 13

Q: Should I Get a Pneumonia Vaccine?

Dr. Weil explains who should get a pneumonia vaccine, and tells us which illnesses it will protect against.

 
 Should I Get a Pneumonia Vaccine? [3:54m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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