Magnesium Clears up Mucus and Improves Breathing in Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Study showed 300mg of magnesium demonstrated a 5.6% improvement in the severity of cystic fibrosis.
Vitamin E Supplements Benefit Dialysis Patients
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a 16-week trial, supplementation with 60IU of tocopherols led to a 28.5% decrease in triacylglycerols (unhealthy dietary fats) and a 38% increase in HDL-C ( good cholesterol).
NHRI/ANA Scientific Symposium, Health and Nutrition Session of AOCS, May 5, 2014
The NHRI is sponsoring a seminar, “Omega 3 Fatty Acids: Brain Health & Function“ at the 105th American Oil Chemists Society Annual Meeting , held May 4-7, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas. The speakers below will present new research on the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in maternal and child mental health and in adults with dementia. View abstracts below the roster.
Sun Exposure May Help Reduce High Blood Pressure – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PhD. A recent medical study found that nitric oxide produced locally in the skin as a result of UVA exposure lowered blood pressure.
Ginger Helps Muscle Pain after Exercise
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Randomized placebo-controlled study shows 2 grams of ginger exhibits 23-25 % reduction in pain.
Vitamin E Helps Slow Mental Decline in Alzheimer’s Patients
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a double-blinded placebo-controlled study, individuals with cognitive impairment supplemented with 2000 IU vitamin E functionally declined 18.6 % slower each year as compared to the placebo group.
Broccoli Antioxidant may Benefit Bone Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Cell study suggests that sulforaphane, an antioxidant found in broccoli, may block IL-1, an inflammatory protein present in osteoarthritis.
Study Identifies Four Dietary Concerns among Those at Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found dietary concerns with sodium, polyunsaturated fats, fiber, and vitamin D intake: 65 % of men and 74 % of women consumed Vitamin D levels below the recommended amount.
Vitamin K May Benefit Blood Vessel Health in Dialysis Patients
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found that 1080 micrograms of vitamin K-2 caused a 46 % decrease in inactive Matrix Gla Protein, a strong inhibitor of calcification in blood vessels.
Salt Water Helps Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Double-blind, parallel-group study shows hypertonic saline improved the vital capacity of cystic fibrosis patients by 81 %.
