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Dr. Bill Salt, MD

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Dr. Salt, a Sharecare Expert and board-certified gastroenterologist educates people about their digestive health and medically unexplained pain, symptoms, and symptom syndromes from an integrated, holistic perspective. His new book co-authored with Tom Hudson, MDiv, JD is Still Hurting? FIND HEALTH! Discover What’s Behind Your SYMPTOMS (That Doctors Can’t Explain). Website is stillhurtingfindhealth.com

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  • Sharecare News
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    Chronic Heartburn May Raise Odds for Throat Cancer: Study

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- People who suffer from frequent heartburn may be at increased risk for cancers of the throat and vocal cords even if they don't smoke or drink alcohol, a new study says.

    Interestingly, common over-the-counter antacids seemed to protect against these ca...Full Article

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    New Device May Show Doctors More of the Colon

    SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- A new device that gives doctors a better view during colonoscopies may help them miss fewer suspicious growths during those exams, a new study shows.

    Colonoscopies are the recommended screening tests for colorectal cancer, which is the second leading c...Full Article

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    Study Links Coffee to Lower Risk for Rare Liver Disease

    SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Just a few extra cups of coffee each month might help prevent the development of an autoimmune liver disease known as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a new study suggests.

    Investigators from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., found that drinkin...Full Article

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    Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis

    WEDNESDAY, May 15 (HealthDay News) -- Simponi (golimumab) injection has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat adults with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis.

    The drug is designed to block tumor necrosis factor, which has a key role in causing abnormal inflamma...Full Article

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    Bill Salt, MD answered:
    What is the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin A?
    Look for a mixture of antioxidant carotenoids, which includes...  Full Post
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    What is the autonomic nervous system?
    The autonomic nervous system is the part of the nervous system that automatically controls...  Full Post
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    What are the effects of Gilbert's Syndrome?
    None, except it can result in stress and anxiety, unneeded testing, and is associated with...  Full Post
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    How can I naturally lower my LDL cholesterol?
    Diet, exercise, and supplements. As a gastroenterologist, I practice what I preach with my...  Full Post
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    Does hepatitis C make me ineligible for a kidney transplant?
    Some people with hepatitis C can get a kidney transplant. Kidney specialists (nephrologists)...  Full Post
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    What should I do when doctors can't find my problem?
    First, be sure you've consulted with the right doctors, and then consider that you may have...  Full Post
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    How can fibromyalgia be diagnosed if no one knows what causes it?

    Regardless of cause, diagnosis of fibromyalgia is based upon recognition, symptoms, signs, and awareness.

    This answer is based upon an outstanding article in the May, 2011 issue of a  medical journal called, Mayo Clinic Proceedings entitled, "Improving the Recognition and Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia,"

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    How can I handle my negative thoughts?
    Here is a cognitive behavioral therapy technique that Byron Katie, Dr. Amen and others use to help you decide whether or not to believe negative thoughts:
    1. Is the thought true?
    2. Can I absolutely know that it’s true?
    3. How do I react when I believe that thought?
    4. Who would I be without that thought? Or
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    How are food allergies treated?
    Other than avoidance, there are no effective treatments for food allergies. If allergies are confirmed, you should carry an epinephrine kit at all times; exposure to hidden allergens in foods thought to be safe is fairly common. Even if the epinephrine eliminates the initial symptoms, immediate...  Full Post
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    How common is metabolic syndrome?
    The epidemic of metabolic syndrome has spread to adolescents and young adults. Studies now show that ten percent of high school graduating seniors have metabolic syndrome. The problem creeps up on you as you age, beginning with a few extra pounds and an increase in blood pressure. It slowly...  Full Post
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    What are the benefits of dietary fiber?
    Fiber is necessary to promote normal peristalsis, the wavelike muscular contractions that move food along the intestinal tract. As fiber passes along, it absorbs water, which softens and bulks up the stool. Higher stool bulk results in softer and larger stools for most people and eases the el...  Full Post