Botanical names: Panax ginseng How It Works Ginseng’s actions in the body are thought to be due to a complex interplay of constituents. The primary group are the ginsenosides, which are believed to counter the effects of stress and enhance intellectual and physical performance. Thirteen ginsenosides have been identified...

External beam radiation therapy uses doses of radiation to kill cancer cells. A beam of radiation is aimed at the tumor from outside the body. This treatment is given to most people with early-stage breast cancer who choose breast-conserving...

Home treatment may help to reduce cancer pain and improve your physical and mental well-being. Talk to your doctor about any home treatment you may use. Heat and cold. Heat and cold treatments can help with mild to moderate pain from cancer. Talk to your doctor before trying either heat or cold during chemotherapy or...

Nutrition is what you eat and drink and how your body uses it. Good nutrition is important for good health. A healthy diet includes a variety of foods and liquids that have nutrients (vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and water) your body needs. Good nutrition for people with cancer may differ from what...

Discusses HIV, a virus that attacks white blood cells called CD4+ cells which are an important part of the immune system. Covers symptoms and stages of infection, including last stage called AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Covers HIV treatment.

Gamma Oryzanol How Much Is Usually Taken by Athletes? Gamma oryzanol is a mixture of sterols and ferulic acid esters. Despite claims that gamma oryzanol or its components increase testosterone levels, stimulate the release of endorphins, and promote the growth of lean muscle tissue, research has provided little support...

American Ginseng How Much Is Usually Taken by Athletes? An extract of American ginseng was found ineffective at improving endurance exercise performance in untrained people after one week’s supplementation in a double-blind study. 1. Standardized extracts of American ginseng, unlike Asian ginseng, are not available...

Heart attacks happen to both women and men—but they don’t always look the same. They’re not as obvious as you’d see on TV, and that’s true for more women than men.What to look for What does a heart attack feel like? Chest pain or discomfort is the most common symptom for both women and ...

Botanical names: Schisandra chinensis How It Works The major constituents in schisandra are lignans (schizandrin, deoxyschizandrin, gomisins, and pregomisin) found in the seeds of the fruit. Modern Chinese research suggests these lignans have a protective effect on the liver and an immunomodulating effect. Two human...

What is restless legs syndrome (RLS)? Restless legs syndrome is a disorder related to sensation and movement. People with RLS have an unpleasant feeling or sensation in parts of their bodies when they lie down to sleep. Most people also have a very strong urge to move. And moving sometimes makes them feel better. But...