Grandparent asks for new updates about Type 1 diabetes
DEAR DR. ROACH: My grandson has just been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
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Multivitamins have been shown to be contaminated with metals
DEAR DR. ROACH: My family doctor said to stay away from multivitamins because they contain metal contaminants.
Taking low-dose gummies with CBD/THC for sleep isn't harmful
DEAR DR. ROACH: What is your opinion on taking gummies that contain 8 mg each of CBD, CBN and THC before bedtime for sleeping assistance? I am an 81-year-old male and have been taking them for several months, and they seem to help me.
Irregular fasting blood sugar levels might call for intervention
DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm a 70-year-old woman.
Rosacea symptoms continue to occur amid antibiotic treatment
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 61-year-old male in excellent health.
A reasonable dose of vitamin A doesn't pass 900 mcg RAE
DEAR DR. ROACH: If I am taking vitamin A, what is a reasonable dose? I have seen reports that taking too much can cause liver damage, but nobody says how much is a problem.
Drinking tea won't lower cholesterol levels by much
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have read that drinking decaffeinated green tea brewed below 175 degrees Fahrenheit will lower cholesterol.
Woman needs reassurance after a letter about her mammogram
DEAR DR. ROACH: Following my last 3-D mammogram, I received a warning letter from the mammography center regarding the possible shortfall of mammograms for dense breast tissue.
Neurologist advises patient to take 2,000 mcg of vitamin B12
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 73, and I was worried about dementia.