Coconut Oil Pulling Improves Gum Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. After 30 days of coconut oil pulling, study participants saw a 51.6% decrease in gingival index and a 60.3% decrease in plaque index.
Olive Leaf Extract Improves Blood Vessel Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Supplementation with olive leaf significantly improved arterial stiffness and levels of an inflammatory protein called IL-8, which is a predictor of cardiovascular disease.
Whole Grains Shown to Improve Life Span
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A meta-analysis of 14 studies (786,076 participants), found an inverse association between grain consumption and the following 3 categories: mortality from all causes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
Mushroom Improves Immune System Strength in Men
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Of the 80 healthy participating males, those who took 1.5 grams of Cordycepts extract daily for one month significantly increased 3 types of immune system cells: NK50, NK100, NK200 in addition to interleukin-2 ( IL-2) which is a white blood cell regulator.
Omega-3 Fats and Vitamin E Benefits Diabetics During Pregnancy
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Women with gestational diabetes, who supplemented with 1000 mg of omega 3 fatty acids from flaxseed oil and 400 IU of Vitamin E for 6 weeks, improved their fasting blood sugars by 11 % and HOMAR IR (a measure of insulin resistance) by 69.4% compared to the control group.
Pumpkin Seed Benefits Prostate Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Of the 1431 participating men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), those who took pumpkin seeds for 12 months had a significant 10% improvement in BPH scored compared to placebo.
Saffron Supplements Improve Cell Health in Those With Metabolic Syndrome
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A twelve week supplementation of 100 mgs of saffron significantly reduced the cellular damage in participating subjects with metabolic syndrome compared to control group.
Vitamin D Blood Levels Linked to Reduced Cancer Risk in Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A new study revealed that serum vitamin D levels higher than 40 nanograms /milliliter significantly reduced the overall cancer risk by 67% compared to vitamin D levels less than 20 ng/ml.
Bee Pollen and Honey for Alleviating Hot Flashes
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Honey and honey bee pollen were both effective in relieving hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause in menopausal women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer.
Study Suggests Link Between Proton Pump Inhibitor and Dementia
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Study participants who took proton pump inhibitors had a significant 44% increased risk of developing dementia.
