A 64-year-old Missouri man died days after seeking a holistic treatment that involves an intravenous infusion of vitamins, raising the question of whether the therapy is safe for everyone, especially those with underlying conditions.
{FD} Turmeric behind woman’s liver problems?
Turmeric supplements are popular these days, but for one woman in Arizona, taking a turmeric supplement may have triggered an uncommon liver problem, according to a new report of the case. Continue reading →
{FD} Poppy seeds: delicious bagel topping or dangerous narcotic?
On July 12, the Food and Drug Administration sent a warning letter to the owner of a website selling a product known as PoppySeed Wash. Continue reading →
{FD} Proponents of pot-infused coffee tout ‘medical and health’ benefits
Cannabidiol (CBD), a compound found in cannabis, has been a hot topic of debate among the medical community and proponents of alternative therapy who say it helps treat seizures, anxiety and pain, among other ailments. Continue reading →
{FD} UK relaxes health rules to allow cannabis-based medicines
The British government says doctors will now be able to legally prescribe cannabis-based medicines, following criticism over the denial of medical treatment to severely epileptic children. Continue reading →
{FD} Medical milestone: US OKs marijuana-based drug for seizures
U.S. health regulators have approved the first prescription drug made from marijuana, a milestone that could spur more research into a drug that remains illegal under federal law. Continue reading →
{FD} British mother pleads for return of son’s seized cannabis oil
British mother who says her son needs cannabis oil to prevent dangerous epileptic seizures is pleading with British officials to return the supply she recently obtained in Canada. Continue reading →
{FD} Parents face charge after giving teen marijuana to treat alleged seizures
A Georgia family has been torn apart after authorities placed a 15-year-old teen in a group home following a tip from his therapist that his parents gave him marijuana in an effort to control his seizures. Continue reading →
{FD} Doc hawking MP3s as ‘cure-all’ for Ebola, depression may see medical license revoked
The California medical board has flagged a homeopathic doctor who has been hawking 13-second soundwave clips as a “cure-all” for everything from Ebola to menstrual pains and even pet bladder infections. Continue reading →
{FD} ‘QLaser’ TV infomercial doc gets 12 years in prison for selling scam device
A former dentist-turned convicted con-man and his two cohorts were sentenced to prison on Friday for their roles in a multi-million-dollar fraud case that primarily preyed on the elderly. Continue reading →
{FD} Canadian naturopath claims she gave gave 4-year-old boy saliva from rabid dog to cure behavioral problems
Anke Zimmermann of Victoria, Canada, has come under fire after she claimed she gave a 4-year-old boy saliva from a rabid dog to treat his behavioral issues. Continue reading →
{FD} How healthy is too healthy? EU warns about green tea supplements
Taking high doses of supplements containing green tea extracts may be associated with liver damage, according to new research from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Continue reading →
{FD} FDA orders recall of salmonella-tainted kratom products nationwide
Various brands of kratom supplements have been linked to nearly 90 cases of salmonella across 35 states. Continue reading →
{FD} Horseback riding may relieve combat vets’ PTSD symptoms
Therapeutic horseback riding may ease symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder in combat veterans, a new study finds. Continue reading →
{FD} US health officials to target high-risk alternative remedies
U.S. health officials plan to crack down on a growing number of unproven alternative remedies, focusing on those containing dangerous ingredients that have occasionally been linked to serious injury and death. Continue reading →
{FD} Mom claims cryotherapy left her with severe burns, permanent scarring
A Westchester mom is suing Equinox and Nordic Cryotherapy, claiming a botched treatment in the freezing chamber left her with severe injuries from frostbite. Continue reading →
