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The poor record of CAM to treat H. pylori bacteria
It’s unclear whether killing the bacteria called Helicobacter pylori improves symptoms in patients with dyspepsia (ie, stomach pain with fullness, bloating, or nausea). But there is benefit in people with ulcers.
Here’s a review from American Family Physician that recommends that all of us with dyspepsia be tested and treated if H. pylori is found. Recommendations from the American College of Gastroenterology are here.
Is there a role for CAM?
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Is there a role for herbal medicines in treating infections?
Not based on what we know right now.
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How might cinnamon lower blood sugar levels?
The results of studies using cinnamon are inconsistent, but researchers from Sweden wanted to find out how cinnamon might lower blood sugar levels.
To do this, they measured the time for a serving of rice pudding (with and without cinnamon) to empty from the stomach into the intestines. (more…)
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