Brazilian molecular biologist Rodrigo Moura Neto inspects a CBD-containing plant, which can be used to treat epilepsy and chronic pain, in his laboratory at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro in June 2023 (CARL DE SOUZA) In a hidden laboratory on a sprawling university campus in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian molecular biologist Rodrigo Moura … Read more
When chronic pain flares up, it can be hard to focus on anything else until you find relief. Over-the-counter and prescription pain relievers may seem like an easy fix. But the side effects of both are well known and can be devastating. Fortunately, recent research has located a compound known as palmitoylethanolamide (PEA for short) … Read more
There are many factors involved in eating a healthy and complete diet, including vitamin intake. Our bodies rely on an array of vitamins and nutrients for everything from boosting the immune system to bone health. But it’s hard to know which ones you need. In fact, many patients ask me, “What vitamins should women take … Read more
Federal regulators want most patients to see a healthcare provider in person before receiving prescriptions for potentially addictive drugs through telehealth, which hasn’t been required in more than three years. During the covid-19 public health emergency, the Drug Enforcement Administration has allowed doctors and other healthcare professionals to prescribe controlled medications during telehealth appointments without … Read more