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What Causes Belly Cramps in Cyclists vs. Runners
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. When it comes to belly cramps, cyclists are different from runners. The most common cause of belly camps in a cyclist is stool in the colon. In runners, it is a stretching of the ligaments from the diaphragm that holds up the liver. Fit athletes rarely suffer discomfort from small amounts of food in the stomach. Belly Pain in Cyclists Did you know that … [Read more...] about What Causes Belly Cramps in Cyclists vs. Runners
Red Yeast Rice Pills May Not Deliver Desired Protection
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. People who take red yeast rice pills to lower their cholesterol levels may not be getting their expected protection against suffering a heart attack. North Americans spend an estimated $40 million a year on these pills. Harvard professor Pieter Cohen tested 28 brands of red yeast rice supplements purchased at major U.S. retail chains, such as GNCs and … [Read more...] about Red Yeast Rice Pills May Not Deliver Desired Protection
Energy Drinks Can Have Negative Side Effects
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Energy drinks can raise blood pressure and may cause irregular heartbeats, according to a recent study conducted at Travis Air Force Base in California (Journal of the American Heart Association, April 26, 2017;6(5)). This extremely well-planned, -performed and -controlled study shows that two hours after drinking 32 ounces (four cups) of a popular energy … [Read more...] about Energy Drinks Can Have Negative Side Effects
How Excess Salt Affects You
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Two excellent recent studies from Germany and Vanderbilt University in Tennessee tell us that us excess salt: causes hunger, rather than thirst; breaks down muscle and fat; and may be a primary dietary factor in the high rates of obesity, diabetes, heart attacks and strokes in North America because it raises blood levels of adrenal hormones … [Read more...] about How Excess Salt Affects You