Herbal Supplements

Have a question for Dr. Blythe? Write to her at AskThePediatrician@tribune.com May 21, 2012 Q: My school-age children have been sick with colds lately and, because of conflicting information in the news, I'm still unsure about which over-the-counter...

Q.Why did you decide to go into business? A. Nareena Guhin: We love really good coffee, and care about the drinks we create. When someone takes a sip of their coffee, sighs and smiles, I know I have done something great! I like to be a part of making...

Dear Pharmacist: Recently you wrote about the medicinal action of herbal teas, which got my attention. I have serious health concerns like diabetes, hypertension, pancreatitis and insomnia. — J.Y., Gainesville Dear J.Y.: As far as tea goes,...

The bubble of enthusiasm around chewing gum appears to have burst in the U.S., and Chicago's industry giants are racing to reverse sales declines. Chicago-based Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. is betting a wider variety of pack sizes will bring back lapsed chewers...

A commercial website for people suffering from symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia is rife with numerous illegal and misleading treatment claims, according to a recent warning letter sent to Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum by the U.S. Food and Drug...

As if Dr. Paul Offit hasn’t made enough enemies already by insisting (correctly) that parents put their kids’ health at risk when they refuse to get them vaccinated, now the infectious disease expert appears to be picking a fight with those...

Former Washington State Cougar and ex-NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf has been formally charged in Montana with four felonies – two counts of burglary and two counts of possession of dangerous drugs, the Great Falls Tribune reported Friday. The Cascade...

If you’ve ever considered taking an herbal remedy under the theory that it can’t hurt and it might help, read this: A study published online Monday by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reports that people who thought they...

Sirloin Cranberry and Pear Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing Total preparation and cooking time: 25 minutes ++++++++++++++++++++ || 4 || beef sirloin steaks, cut 3/4 inch thick (4 ounces each) || || 1/2 || teaspoon coarse grind black pepper...

While there is no cure for acne, this chronic skin condition can be managed very effectively. Dermatologists have a wide range of treatment options, including medications, chemical peels and laser light applications. That’s important to...

Remember chia pets? Rinsing your hair with beer? Food that's just food — no soy protein isolate, xanthan gum, red dye No. 40 or mystery ingredients from the Amazon rain forest? Well, chia is back, big time (the seeds, not the chia pets). And so...

HUNTINGTON PARK, Calif. (KTLA) -- Authorities have identified a woman found dead inside a Huntington Park vitamin shop as 39-year-old Veronica Hurtado De Reyes, a store employee. Her body will be examined on Monday, according to Los Angeles County...