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What alternative therapies can be used to treat migraine?
RAJESH SURESH DAKE
The most common non-medical treatment for headache is relaxation training. Many studies have demonstrated that relaxation training is equally as effective for treatment of migraine as medications. This training takes more time and effort than using a medication, but once learned, it is free, can beRead more
Do childhood earaches cause hearing loss later in life?
RAJESH SURESH DAKE
Recurrent ear infections during childhood can sometimes lead to chronic hearing loss. If an infection is suspected, the child should be seen by a physician for appropriate treatment. Answered by Mariah Samara, MD. Dr. Samara is a board certified surgeon who specializes in conditions of the ears, nosRead more
Is Greek yogurt healthier than regular yogurt?
RAJESH SURESH DAKE
Greek yogurt typically has more protein than regular yogurt (about 16 gm. versus 6 gm.), but it is not necessarily more healthy. No matter what type of yogurt you choose, look for one that is fat-free or at least low-fat and that is not loaded with sugar. Plain yogurt will obviously not have added sRead more
I recently read that researchers believe certain foods might cure Alzheimer’s disease. Is this true? If so, which foods do this and how much would you have to consume to get the benefits?
RAJESH SURESH DAKE
Yes, there is research on this that is ongoing and potentially very exciting. There may be a link with inflammation and the buildup of amyloid plaque on the brain that increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Diet may be a great way to help combat this. What should you eat? Plenty of fresh fruitsRead more
Does day care, preschool, etc. have an effect on children developing allergies or asthma?
RAJESH SURESH DAKE
Yes, it does. Most children in day care or preschool settings experience more viral respiratory infections in the first two to three years of life than children who are at home with no siblings. If you control for genetic background and environmental triggers, however, the children who attended dayRead more
When pain management doesn’t help, what are other alternatives for back pain due to bulged discs and arthritis?
RAJESH SURESH DAKE
I usually advise people that options are nothing (leave it alone), exercise, medications, injections, surgery, or other (non-traditional like acupuncture, tai chi, or even cognitive behavioral therapy). Most people will do well with exercises and medication if needed. Surgery is usually done for so-Read more
Can drinking water with lemon prevent kidney stones? Also, I have been told not to drink city water. What is the best water to drink?
RAJESH SURESH DAKE
One-half cup of lemon juice concentrate added to drinking water over the course of the day is a preventive therapy for calcium oxalate stone formation. As for city water, it is safe to drink but the concern is with water softened using a sodium ion exchange. Softened water should not be used for cooRead more