Treatment of Dravet Syndrome With Cannabis
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Cannabidiol, an extract from Cannabis stevia, significantly reduced the frequency of convulsive seizures in the 52 participating children and young adults with Dravet syndrome.
Medium-Chain Triglycerides in Combination With Leucine and Vitamin D Boost Cognitive Function in Older Adults
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A daily 3-month intervention with medium-chain fatty acids, leucine and vitamin D significantly improved by 10.6% the cognitive function scores of 13 participating nursing home residents compared to an 11% drop in the 12 participants taking long-chain triglycerides and vitamin D.
Immune Function Improved by Dietary Intake of Yogurt Containing L. Paracasei, B. Lactis, and Heat-Treated L. Plantarum
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A twelve week daily consumption of dairy yogurt containing L. paracasei, B. lactis, and heat-treated L. plantarum enhanced the immune system functioning in 200 participating nondiabetic older adults.
Zinc Helps Regulate the Immune System – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, Ph.D. Zinc contributes in many ways to a healthy body and immune system.
Probiotics Improve Gum Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Study participants with gingivitis, who supplemented daily for 12 weeks with a probiotic containing Lactobacillus plantarum, significantly improved probing depth and plaque index compared to the control group.
Herbal Extracts With Gastroprotective Properties Help Treat Gastroesophageal Reflux
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A combination of two herbs, Opuntia ficus-indica and Olea europaea along with a sodium alginate/bicarbonate formulation, when consumed for two months, significantly improved gastroesophageal reflux in the 118 participating recipients.
Dietary Supplementation With Coconut Milk Has Beneficial Impact on Lipid Profile
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Coconut milk rich in saturated fat significantly reduced low density lipoprotein (LDL) and significantly increased high density lipoprotein (HDL) in the 60 participating healthy adults living in Sri Lanka.
Resveratrol –A Potential Treatment for Takayasu Arteritis
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Chinese participants with Takayasu Arteritis had significantly improved BVAS scores and reduced markers of inflammation after 3 months of supplementation with resveratrol.
Phenolic-Rich Olive Leaf Extract Beneficial for Blood Pressure and General Vascular Health
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Thirty days of twice daily supplementation with 10 mL of extra strength olive leaf extract significantly decreased daytime and 24-hour average systolic and diastolic ambulatory blood pressures in participating subjects.
Curcumin Reduces Adipose Tissue and Aids Weight Loss
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Supplementation with 800 mg of curcumin with added piperine and phosphatidylserine significantly improved weight loss and reduced waist size and hip circumference in participating subjects compared to control.
