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Will Sleeping Pills Really Help You Get Some Shuteye?

Posted on March 30th, 2012 by author  |  No Comments »

Will sleeping pills really cure sleep deprivation? Recent studies will tell you that you should think twice before filling a prescription for sleeping pills. Not only do they fail to address the reasons for sleep deprivation, they are actually linked to increased risks of cancer and death. Taking Sleeping Pills Can Put Your Life on [...]

 
 

Dr. Mercola Reveals Harmful Effects of Over-The-Counter and Prescription Drugs

Posted on August 25th, 2010 by admin  |  4 Comments »

Just because they don’t require a prescription doesn’t mean over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are safe. According to Dr. Joseph Mercola, some OTC drugs and sleep aids can cause long-term brain damage. These drugs are known as anticholinergics. They block acetylcholine, a nervous system neurotransmitter, and can result in long-term cognitive impairment such as dementia. Examples of [...]