Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This study shows that reducing added sugar intake by 2.3 teaspoons, or about 1/4th of a can of soda, could significantly reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure in women.
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study shows that although some indicators of child behavior were significantly associated with their urinary BPA and phthalate concentrations, the major chemical associated with adverse behavioral indicators was lead.
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study demonstrates that consumption of foods containing sucralose and maltrodextrin might exacerbate myeloperoxidase (MPO) intestinal reactivity only in individuals with a pro-inflammatory predisposition, such as Crohn’s Disease.
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study investigates the effect of delivery mode (cesarean or vaginal) on the composition of gut microbiota throughout the neonatal period, and into infancy.
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Supplementation with non-viable Lactobacillus gasseri was associated with significant improvement in gut function and intestinal environment.
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Compared to supplementation with RCE alone, a twice daily RCE intake over a 12-month period significantly attenuated BMD loss caused by estrogen deficiency, improved bone turnover, promoted a favorable estrogen metabolite profile (2-OH:16a-OH), and stimulated equol production in postmenopausal women with osteopenia.
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study results suggest a potential transfer of maternal-fetal- infant transfer of phthalates and that meconium may be a useful matrix for measuring in utero exposure to phthalates.
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study reveals a significant correlations between phthalate urinary metabolites of mothers and their children and the environment, diet, and use of personal care products.
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Results of this study suggest that only carotenoid levels achieved by the tomato nutrient complex dose of 15 mg of lycopene or higher correlate to a beneficial effect on systolic blood pressure in hypertensive subjects while lower doses and lycopene alone do not.
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. A recent study found a 25% (one in four) decrease in risk for cancer in those eating organic fruits and vegetables.
