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How does black currant oil/borage oil affect the balance between omega-6 and omega-3 oils? Should the omega-6 from these sources be taken into account along with all the vegetable oils and other sources of omega-6 oils that are so prevalent in the typical American diet?

What can you tell me about Rhodiola rosea, a European herb that is supposed to prevent fatigue and relieve depression? I’ve also heard that it can extend life and prevent breast cancer.

What can you tell me about a study that found an increased risk of dementia in men who had undergone vasectomy? I am considering a vasectomy. Should I be worried about dementia as a possible side effect?

I hear there's new research on the hair color/cancer issue. Has a connection been established?

What do you think of the new report showing that Zetia does not work? My doctor has just prescribed it for me and I am hesitant to go on it.

I was recently diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Are there any alternative, natural treatments?

I just heard about a new report linking breast cancer to environmental toxins. That's something I've always wondered about. Are you familiar with the report? What's the story?

I was told that you if you eat the same thing everyday for a long period of time, such as having a hard-boiled egg everyday for lunch, your body will develop a toxicity FROM it. Is this true, even of good foods?

My granddaughter has been diagnosed with receptive language disorder. Can you give me information about this? Are there any supplements that can help?

I don't see anything on your site regarding maca. What are your recommendations regarding this supplement?

What can you tell me about an herb called pe min gan wan? I've been told that it can help with my allergies.

My husband has had multiple occurrences of a hydrocele. He has taken many courses of antibiotics, which sometimes work and sometimes don't. Are there any herbal or vitamin remedies for a hydrocele? 

What is your take on the study showing that there are drug residues in drinking water? What’s the safest, healthiest way to make sure that my family’s drinking water is clean?

Is saw palmetto safe to use for male pattern baldness? If so, what dose? I've read that some products provide up to 1,500 mg, which seems excessive. Do other herbs and supplements like nettle root, pumpkin seed, Pygeum africanum, and zinc help?

Is there any proof that organic food - or organic gardening and farming - is better for human health and for the planet?

I've taken chromium picolinate in the past and have found it reduces my carbohydrate cravings. I stopped taking the supplement when I saw research indicating it causes damage to DNA. In your opinion, is chromium picolinate safe?

I've been reading about bee propolis lately. Seems interesting. Any thoughts?

Several pesky cats have been using my garden as their giant litter box. Even though I wash my produce thoroughly, I wonder if we are in danger of getting infected with toxoplasmosis when we eat homegrown produce.

I put a few sprinkles of cinnamon on my toddler’s oatmeal and was told that any more than 1/4 teaspoon is toxic for anyone, especially babies. I have not seen this anywhere and have only heard the benefits of cinnamon touted. Can you please comment on this?

A friend uses hot water from the tap for cooking and even for making tea. She says it is perfectly safe. I think she’s wrong. Can you settle this argument?