by Becky | Jul 20, 2020 | 2020, Cardiovascular Health, Obesity, Omega - 3
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Consumption of goat cheese naturally enriched in polyunsaturated fatty acids and conjugated linolenic acids for twelve weeks significantly increased high density lipoprotein (HDL) and significantly decreased C-reactive protein. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 15, 2020 | 2020, Cardiovascular Health, Environmental Health, Iron
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Acute and chronic exposure to iron-rich airborne nanoparticles contribute to mitochondrial dysfunction of heart tissue and the subsequent development of cardiovascular disease that has its origins in early childhood. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 14, 2020 | 2020, COVID-19, Lung Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study concludes that mandating public use of face masks is associated with a reduction in the COVID-19 pandemic. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 14, 2020 | Environmental Health, Infant and Children's Health, Skin Health
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Study suggests that prenatal exposure to certain phthalates including di-isobutyl phthalate (DiBP) and di-isononyl phthalate (DiNP), may contribute to the development of eczema in early childhood. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 14, 2020 | 2018, Multiple Sclerosis, Omega - 3, Vitamin D - General
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A 12-week co-administration of high-dose omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin D3 significantly improved disability scores, mental health, biomarkers of inflammation and oxidative stress, and metabolic status in patients with MS. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 14, 2020 | 2020, Blood Lipids, Cardiovascular Health, CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. An eight-week supplementation with ubiquinol significantly increased flow mediated dilation of the brachial artery in healthy individuals with mild-to-moderate dyslipidemia. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 14, 2020 | 2020, Brain Health
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study explores how the social brain reflects our attachments to people and why lonely people feel disconnected from others. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 7, 2020 | 2020, Botanicals, Ginseng, Liver Health
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Supplementation with fermented ginseng powder improved liver function and reduced levels of fatigue and inflammation in participating male subjects. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 7, 2020 | 2019, Botanicals, Eye Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study demonstrated that saffron extract standardized to 3% crocin content offers anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects against retinal damage due to increased intraocular pressure (IOP). (more…)
by Becky | Jul 7, 2020 | 2019, Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Health
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study finds that regular consumption of green tea improves pulse pressure and induces regression of left ventricular hypertrophy in hypertensive patients. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 7, 2020 | 2020, Botanicals, Menopause, Rhodiola, Women's Health
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. A proprietary blend of Rhodiola rosea and Black Cohosh was more effective than Black Cohosh alone in reducing symptoms of menopause and improving quality of life in women with moderate menopausal symptoms. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 6, 2020 | 2020, Choline, COVID-19, Pregnancy and Lactation, Respiratory Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study suggests that maternal supplementation with choline protects early brain development by decreasing the negative effects of viral respiratory infections including COVID-19, even when the maternal viral infection occurs in early gestation. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 6, 2020 | 2020, COVID-19, Lung Health, Respiratory Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study contributes to the “COVID-19 host genetics initiative”, a human genetics community that generates, shares and analyzes data on the genetic determinants of COVID-19 susceptibility, severity and outcomes which contribute to the global knowledge of COVID-19 infection and disease etiology. (more…)
by Becky | Jun 30, 2020 | 2020, COVID-19, Lung Health, Respiratory Health, Vitamin C
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study suggests that patients with pneumonia have depleted vitamin C levels and increased oxidative stress and would benefit from additional vitamin C supplementation. (more…)
by Becky | Jun 29, 2020 | 2020, Environmental Health, Kidney Health, Pollution
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. The prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with ambient fine particulate matter (PM2.5) levels above the World health Organization (WHO) guidelines; thus, achieving those air quality standards may help reduce CKD prevalence worldwide. (more…)
by Becky | Jun 29, 2020 | 2016, Kidney Health, Tobacco
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study found an independent association for current smokers between cigarette smoking and rapid renal function decline in African American participants, particularly among current smokers who smoke over 20 cigarettes per day. (more…)
by Becky | Jun 29, 2020 | 2020, Cognitive Health, Sleep
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This crossover study explores the effect of optimized levels of daylight on the sleep and cognitive performance of office workers. (more…)
by Becky | Jun 29, 2020 | 2019, Circulatory Health, Pycnogenol
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This pilot study suggests the use of Pycnogenol® for patients with mild Raynaud Syndrome in lieu of more dangerous and expensive treatments. (more…)
by Becky | Jun 23, 2020 | 2020, Stroke, Tobacco
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study finds that current African American smokers were at more than double the risk of experiencing a stroke event, and those smoking 20 or more cigarettes per day were at 2.8 times greater risk of having a stroke than nonsmokers. (more…)
by Becky | Jun 23, 2020 | Oral Health, Pycnogenol
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Pycnogenol® supplementation significantly increased saliva production and alleviated dry mouth symptoms in both diabetic and non-diabetic participants. (more…)