Association Between Maternal Fluoride Exposure and IQ in Offspring
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This study found an association between higher levels of fluoride exposure during pregnancy and lower IQ scores in three to four year old children.
Prenatal Diet Associated with Symptoms of Hyperactivity-Inattention in Offspring
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Maternal diet during pregnancy was independently associated with children’s hyperactivity–inattention symptoms but not with conduct problems, validating the importance of diet in pregnant women.
Optimism and Longevity: Is there a Link?
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study suggests that optimism may be an important psycho-social resource for extending life span in older adults.
Vitamin C Protects the Female Rat Reproductive System from Electromagnetic Radiation
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Vitamin C supplementation significantly reduced the oxidative damage to the rat reproductive system due to continuous EMR exposure.
Vitamin D Supplementation Shown to Improve ADHD in Children
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Twelve weeks of vitamin D supplementation significantly improved aspects of cognitive functioning related to an ADHD diagnosis.
Brain Injury and the Bidirectional Gut-Brain Axis
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. The results of this study demonstrate strong two-way interactions between the brain and gut and underscore the importance of bi-directional gut-brain communication on the long-term effects of traumatic brain injury.
Vitamin D Improved Asthma Symptoms in Vitamin D Deficient Asthmatic Patients
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Long term supplementation with vitamin D reduces occurrence of asthmatic exacerbations and corticosteroid use in asthmatic patients with vitamin D deficiency.
Hot Water Extract of Turmeric Helps Alleviate Chronic Low-Grade Inflammation
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study results suggest that consumption of a hot water extract of Curcuma longa may have the potential to improve general health by reducing chronic low-grade inflammation and improving associated metabolic disorders.
Bisphenol A Associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study found that higher urinary BPA concentrations were associated with ADHD in U.S. children and were stronger in boys than in girls.
The Age of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Affects Brain Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study has important implications for young athletes at risk of mTBI and for retired athletes with a history of earlier age concussions.
