by nhri | Jun 25, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Magnesium
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Analysis of 16 studies found that an intake of 250 mg of magnesium per day decreased the risk of a fatal heart attack by 27% compared to the lowest intake of 175 mg per day, while the highest intake level of 400 mg per day resulted in a 22% decreased risk. (more…)
by nhri | Jun 21, 2013 | 2013, Blood Lipids, Cardiovascular Health, Nuts and Seeds
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This review analyzed data from 8 different studies which highlight the beneficial effects of pistachios on cholesterol levels. The researchers suggest that pistachios should be considered part of a healthy diet. (more…)
by nhri | May 24, 2013 | 2011, Blood Lipids, Cardiovascular Health, Mediterranean Diet, Nuts and Seeds, Olive & Monosaturated
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Walnut and almond enriched diets lowered LDL cholesterol in a study of 18 participants. (more…)
by nhri | May 9, 2013 | 2012, Cardiovascular Health, Fruits and Vegetables, Lycopene, Stroke
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In 1036 middle aged men , men with the highest lycopene levels in their blood had a 55% lower risk of stroke. (more…)
by nhri | May 9, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Carnitine
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In a review of 13 studies with 3629 subjects a 27% reduction in deaths was found in the group using carnitine, irregular heartbeat by 65%, and angina by 40%. (more…)
by nhri | May 6, 2013 | 2012, Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Health, Vitamin C
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Meta-analysis of 15,693 hypertensive patients found that a 10 mm Hg rise in systolic blood pressure correlated with a 10% increase in all fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular complications. (more…)
by nhri | May 6, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Fiber, Stroke
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In this review study, greater intakes of fiber were associated with a reduced risk of stroke. Furthermore, an increase of 7 grams per day of dietary fiber was associated with a 7% reduction in stroke. (more…)
by nhri | Apr 23, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, DHA, Fish Oil Supplements, Omega - 3
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 94 healthy patients that were given one gram capsules of EPA and DHA rich supplements, men showed a significant reduction in blood clotting when taking EPA and women showed significant reduction after taking DHA. (more…)
by nhri | Apr 22, 2013 | 2013, Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Health, Potassium
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In this review article consisting of 35 studies totaling 129,940 patients, a 30% reduced risk of stroke was found when potassium intake was between 90-120 mmol per day. (more…)
by nhri | Apr 19, 2013 | 2012, Cardiovascular Health, Whole Foods - General
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Randomized double-blind placebo controlled study demonstrated that rice containing resistant starches improved endothelial function, blood glucose and oxidative stress in 90 patients with pre-diabetes or newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes (more…)
by nhri | Apr 18, 2013 | 2011, Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Health, Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, Proteins, Weight Control
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a review of whey protein studies, information was included showing a 57% improvement in insulin response after lunch, double the weight loss, and an 8.0 mmHg drop in systolic blood pressure compared to the control group. (more…)
by nhri | Apr 17, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Fruits and Vegetables, Vegetarianism
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. In a large study of the British population, vegetarians (not consuming meat or fish) had 32% lower risk of hospitalization or death from ischemic heart disease than did the non-vegetarians. (more…)
by nhri | Apr 5, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Diabetes, Men's Health, Olive & Monosaturated
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 46 patients that were given olive leaf extract daily for 12 weeks, subjects had a 6.6% increase in insulin sensitivity and a 5.4% increase in ability to stabilize blood sugar and insulin. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 29, 2013 | 2012, Botanicals, Cardiovascular Health, Stroke
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In a study of 78 patients that sustained a stroke, 3 g of astragulus three times daily for 14 days resulted in significant improvement in expression, social interaction, problem solving and memory. Recovery improvements were also seen in the participants’ ability to groom, bathe, shower, dress the lower body and use the toilet. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 26, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Mediterranean Diet
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Use of the Mediterranean Diet was associated with reduced risks; 39% for stroke, 17% for death from cardiovascular disease and 11% for deaths from all causes. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 25, 2013 | 2012, Cardiovascular Health, Metabolic Syndrome, Polyphenols
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Compared to placebo, daily consumption of grape polyphenols for 30 days significantly improved vascular endothelial function and biomarkers of metabolic syndrome by increasing flow-mediation dilation response by 45 % and lowering systolic blood pressure by 4.7%. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 19, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Metabolic Syndrome, Pycnogenol
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. The study suggests that Pycnogenol, the extract from French maritime bark, may also help with metabolic health. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 18, 2013 | Cardiovascular Health, Mediterranean Diet
Written by Patrick B. Massey, M.D., Ph.D. After a 7 year study of 7,000 participants in 3 groups, the Mediterranean diets had a significant 30% reduction in heart attack and stroke compared to the group that was only counseled on reducing fat in their diet. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 6, 2013 | 2013, Cardiovascular Health, Fiber, Stroke
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. This review article of 6 large studies found a 12% reduced risk of stroke for each 10 gram increase per day of total dietary fiber intake. (more…)
by nhri | Feb 28, 2013 | 2003, Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Health, Fruits and Vegetables
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. In a small study of 19 elderly with partly blocked arteries, after one year of pomegranate juice consumption the participants had a 21% decrease in blood pressure (p< 0.05). (more…)