Magnesium Can Lower Cholesterol, Studies Show – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PH.D. Magnesium intake is important for reducing heart attacks and improving cholesterol levels.
Review Confirms Health Benefits of Nut Consumption
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers used questionnaires from 20,742 male physicians to show that those using more than 5 servings of nuts per week had a 26% reduced risk of death compared to those with less than one serving per month.
Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Decreased Lung Health in the Elderly
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In 28 elderly subjects with asthma, given 2000 IU vitamin D per day there was a 20% improvement in asthma scores.
The Healing Power of Gratitude – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PH.D. The regular practice of gratitude lowers blood pressure and may reduce depression and anxiety.
High-Protein Snack Improves Perception of Hunger and Eating Habits in Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study in 20 young healthy women, provided 3 days with a high protein or two forms of high carbohydrate and fat snacks consumed 11.25% less calories at dinner on the fourth day.
Increased Health Risks to Children from Smartphone/Tablet Radiation
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Radiation from smartphones and laptop computers damaging effect on children were found that convinced the FCC to recommend a distance of 8 inches between the device and the user.
CLA for Weight Loss
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. In 80 overweight volunteers, 1.7 grams of CLA significantly reduced BMI, waist-to-hip ratio, as well as body fat mass.
Study Uncovers How Niacin Helps Maintain Healthy Cholesterol Levels
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers discovered that niacin affects a receptor on liver cells to explain how it reduces cholesterol levels.
Review finds Vitamin E Beneficial for Liver Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a review of five studies on nonalcoholic liver disease, those given 100 mg vitamin E per day had better liver enzyme levels by 40.6% and 47.7% in two enzymes.
Vitamin K7 Improves Blood Vessel Health in Postmenopausal Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. New study suggests that long-term use of Vitamin K7 (menaquinone 7) beneficially affects cardiovascular health.
