Author Archives: Clark Hansen N.M.D.

Menopause and Low Testosterone: Jan’s Story

This is the story of my patient who I will call Jan. When she came to see me she was 56 years old and had been experiencing menopause symptoms for about 6 years. She was having 5-6 hot flashes every … Continue reading

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Fear may be more harmful than radiation from Japanese nuclear reactors

When it comes to the nuclear-power disaster unfolding in Japan, there clearly is far more to fear than fear itself. But fear is clearly one of the biggest – and could turn out to be the most potent – dangers. … Continue reading

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Bio-Identical Hormones: Pros and Cons

Recently, a 52 year old woman came to my office complaining of hot flashes, night sweats, moodiness, depression, apathy, fatigue and weight gain in her abdomen. She said, “I just don’t feel like myself anymore. Am I just getting older … Continue reading

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Curcumin complex reduces arthritis symptoms

A low dose of a curcumin complex has been found to help relive pain and increase mobility in patients with osteoarthritis, according to a new study from Indena. Indena, the Italian ingredient firm claims that this is “the first time … Continue reading

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Update: Intravenous Vitamin C Targeted by FDA

Naturopathic and other Holistic Physicians use nutritional IV’s to boost the body’s ability to heal itself. Vitamin C is among the safest of all vitamins. Our bodies cannot make, we cannot live without it and we need much higher doses … Continue reading

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Multivitamins linked to younger ‘biological age’

The cells of multivitamin users may have a younger biological age than cells from non-users, according to new research from the US. Researchers from National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, led by Honglei Chen, MD, PhD, looked at the length … Continue reading

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Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation

General Thanksgiving By the PRESIDENT of the United States Of America A PROCLAMATION WHEREAS it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly … Continue reading

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Vitamin D Prevents the Flu

As daylight hours grow colder and shorter, incidences of the common cold, flu, and respiratory infections spike upwards. Scientists have identified reduced vitamin D levels in winter months as a prime suspect for this increase in infectious disease cases. Vitamin … Continue reading

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Bio-Identical Hormones: Are They Right for You?

Oprah Winfrey, Suzanne Somers and Robin McGraw (Dr. Phil’s wife) all rave about how “bio-identical hormones have rescued them from menopause. On her website, Oprah writes, “After one day on “bioidentical” estrogen, I felt the veil lift. After three days, … Continue reading

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To Register to WIN a FREE Hormone Test simply Join Our Mailing List. Enter your email address in the box at the right and you will be automatically registered ($189 Value). Additionally, when you Join Our mailing List, you will … Continue reading

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Low Vitamin D linked to Metabolic Syndrome in Seniors

Insufficient and deficient levels of vitamin D may increase the risk of metabolic syndrome by about 40 percent, according to new findings. By Stephen Daniells, 02-Jul-2010 According to findings presented at The Endocrine Society’s 92nd Annual Meeting in San Diego, … Continue reading

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Victory! The Anti-Supplement Provision is Defeated—At Least for Now

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Supplements beat sun for Vitamin D boost

By Stephen Daniells, 18-Jun-2010 Adequate vitamin D levels are best achieved by supplements because of the side-effects of UV exposure, says the results of a new computer simulation model from the US. We can produce vitamin D in our skin … Continue reading

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Osteoporosis Drugs Causing Fractures & Cancer! What Can You Do?

On March 8, 2010, ABC News reported that “Osteoporosis Drugs, Like Fosamax May Increase Risk of Broken Bones in Some Women” and that “Long-term Use of Popular Class of Osteoporosis Drugs May Have Opposite Effect for Some Women.” (click here … Continue reading

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Act Now to Protect Your Supplements!

Source:The Alliance for Natural Health The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to abolish Structure/Function Claims and Qualified Health Claims. What does this jargon mean? Why is this so important? At … Continue reading

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Low folate in early pregnancy may lead to hyperactive kids

Quoted from http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Low-folate-levels-in-early-pregnancy-may-lead-to-hyperactive-kids By Stephen Daniells, 30-Apr-2010 The development of a child’s brain in early pregnancy may be impaired by low levels of the B-Vitamin folic acid, or folate, in the mother, which can lead to behavioral problems such as … Continue reading

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Blueberries boost mood and memory

Drinking blueberry juice daily for 12 weeks was associated with improved learning and recall of words, as well as a reduced depressive symptoms, according to findings published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry in January 2010. The study … Continue reading

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Orange juice prevents harm from fats and sugar

Special bioflavonoids found in orange juice prevent toxic inflammatory chemicals released by eating a high-fat, high-carbohydrate meal from causing harm, says a new study from the US. Researchers from the University at Buffalo, led by Professor Paresh Dandona, linked the … Continue reading

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Fruits and Veges Fight Off Cancer!

Data from the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) study showed that for every 200 grams (about two servings) of total fruits and vegetables eaten per day, the incidence of cancer was reduced by 3%. The study, published … Continue reading

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Prenatal Vitamins boost birth weight and infant health

Women who take daily multivitamins in and around the time of conception give birth to babies who weigh one pound more on average than women not taking the supplements, report researchers from Harvard and Boston University in the Annals of … Continue reading

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