Study Identifies Legumes to be Most Related to Lifespan
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. This study demonstrates that, for supporting longevity, legumes may be the most important component in the Greek variant of the Mediterranean Diet.
Olive Leaf Extract Shown to Improve Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Levels
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A 6 week supplementation with olive leaf extract significantly decreased both systolic and diastolic blood pressures as well as total and LDL cholesterol which could equate to a cardiovascular risk reduction of 4.2% and 9.75%.
Study Finds Effective Formulation for Motion Sickness in Children
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Of the 254 children suffering from motion sickness, those who received simplificiolia with magnesium for three months significantly improved their motion sickness symptoms.
Probiotics May Benefit Diabetes During Pregnancy
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Pregnant women with gestational diabetes, who took probiotics for 6 weeks, significantly improved their fasting blood sugar by 5% and, in addition, experienced a 14.2 % lower weight gain compared to the control group.
Propolis Comparable to Conventional Treatment for Oral Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. After 2 days of rinsing, the propolis rinse group reduced salivary levels of mutans streptococcus by 42.9% compared to a 26.1% reduction in the chlorahexedine group and an 18.1% increase in the placebo group.
Curcumin Improves Action of Antidepressants in Men
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Those who supplemented with 1000 mg of curcumin for 6 weeks had depression scores that improved significantly by 9% and 10.2% compared to control.
Vinegar Can Reduce Blood Sugar and Help With Diabetes – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PhD. Adding just a small amount of vinegar to one’s daily diet can improve blood sugar levels.
Study Showcases Several ways Lutein Benefits Heart Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Individuals given lutein saw a 75.3% decrease in the inflammatory protein IL-6.
Calcium And Vitamin D Supplementation Give Numerous Benefits For Those With Gestational Diabetes
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Calcium and Vitamin D supplementation reduces fasting glucose by 17% in women with gestational diabetes.
Low Vitamin D and Brain Health in Older Adults
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. Study examines a possible relationship between serum vitamin D levels and cognitive decline.
