The Association Between Vitamin D Levels and Inflammation in Older Adults
Written by Harold Oster, MD. The study suggests that vitamin D deficiency is associated with increased inflammation in older adults.
CBD Supplementation Improves Perceived Sleep Quality and Immune Function in Healthy Adults
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers saw an overall improvement in sleep evaluation scores [LSEQ scores] in the CBD group after eight weeks (P= 0.04).
Cranberry Extract Reduces Incidence of UTIs in Diabetic Patients Prescribed SGLT-2 Medications
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. The data showed that the rate of infection was significantly lower in the treatment versus placebo during the trial (P = 0.001).
The Association of Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet and Sleep Disturbances with Migraines
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that poor adherence to the Mediterranean diet and the presence of sleep disturbances are associated with disabling migraines.
Coffee Consumption Associated with Reduced Risk of All-Cause and CVD Mortality Despite Sedentary Behavior
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Non-coffee consumers who sat for more than six hours per day had a 58% increased risk of dying of all causes (HR= 1.58, P< 0.05) compared to coffee consumers sitting for the same amount of time who had 22% risk.
The Effects of Garlic Supplementation on Glucose and Lipid Levels
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that garlic supplementation improves fasting blood glucose, hemoglobin A1C, and lipid levels.
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption is Significantly Associated with High Serum Uric Acid Levels in Men
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Men who consumed 1 to 3 cups of sugar-sweetened beverages daily were 1.403 times more likely to have high serum uric acid levels even after adjusting for all confounders (Model 3: OR = 1.403 P = 0.001).
Cocoa Consumption Improves Specific Cardiometabolic Risk Factors
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Cocoa polyphenol is associated with reduced fasting blood glucose, LDL and total cholesterol, as well as systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Physical Activity Associated with Reduced Risk of Cognitive Decline
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers found that individuals with high vigorous physical activity once a week had a significantly lower risk of mild cognitive impairment [HR = 0.80, P < 0.05].
The Association of Vitamin D Levels and Depression in Adults, with a Focus on Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that in adults, as vitamin D levels increase, the risk of depression decreases, and the association is greater in pregnant and postpartum women.
