Monthly Archives: July 2016

After being confined to health-food stores for years, gluten-free foods have become the latest food fad. Supermarket aisles abound with products proudly labeled “Gluten free,” and many restaurants now offer gluten-free options. For people who can’t tolerate gluten, a protein … Continue reading →

Q: Good evening Doc, please I want to know if it is healthy for a baby to be breastfed whenever the mother is on her monthly cycle? A: Hi dear, thanks for writing in. There are lots of myths about … Continue reading →

The color of nasal discharge isn’t enough to determine the cause of nasal distress. Source: Don’t judge your mucus by its color

Research suggests that the bacteria in your gut may also impact your heart health. Collectively known as the gut microbiota, these microbes assist with digestion, but also make certain vitamins, break down toxins, and train your immune system. These microbes … Continue reading →

The overuse of antibiotics has led to an increase in antibiotic resistance. Inappropriate prescribing is one contributor to this problem. Source: The trouble with antibiotics – Harvard Health Blog

Q: Hello Dr. Ketch. Please what do you recommend for someone with spider veins? A: Spider veins are a form of varicose veins. They are smaller and found closer to the skin. Most of you must have heard of varicose … Continue reading →

Q: Good evening Doc, please can a pregnant woman eat snail? A: Interesting question. Old wives’ tale has it that if you eat a lot of snails, your baby will spit a lot when born! But this is totally fiction. … Continue reading →

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Q: Dr. please how can one effectively treat toilet infection..,candida to be precise? I’ve tried using injections, drugs, all to no avail. Also what are the preventive measures? Thanks A: This entity called toilet disease is…

Teenagers and young adults who use marijuana may be messing with their heads in ways they don’t intend. Ongoing research shows a possible link between early use of marijuana and later development of psychosis or schizophrenia. Source: Teens who smoke … Continue reading →

Millions of Americans skip high-cost medications as a way to save money. Source: Millions of adults skip medications due to their high cost