Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Out of 20 fibromyalgic patients, those who supplemented with 300 mg of Enzyme CoQ10 for 40 days, experienced a 52 % reduction in pain, a 47% reduction in fatique, and a 44% reduction in morning tiredness compared to placebo.
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. 5 mg per day of melatonin before bed for 2 months improved blood pressures, cholesterol levels and antioxidant status in participants with metabolic syndrome.
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. In this study of the Chinese population, it was determined that the calcium to magnesium ratio greater than 1.7 was associated with lower total death rates as compared to individuals whose diets had the calcium to magnesium ratio lower than 1.7.
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Analysis of 16 studies found that an intake of 250 mg of magnesium per day decreased the risk of a fatal heart attack by 27% compared to the lowest intake of 175 mg per day, while the highest intake level of 400 mg per day resulted in a 22% decreased risk.
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. This study analyzes the risk of excessive fluoride consumption which leads to bone deformations and teeth discoloration. It was analyzed in skeletons from an ancient population that were very well preserved due to their sudden death during a volcanic eruption.
Written by Patrick B. Massey, M.D., Ph.D. 30 patients with mild to moderate dementia who received 300 mg phosphatidylserine per day showed significant improvements in recall, memory recognition, executive functions, focused attention, sustained attention, and short term memory.
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This study of healthy participants with memory complaints, consumed 300 mg of phosphatidyl serine daily and experienced significant improvements in memory, after 6 weeks of supplementation.
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This review analyzed data from 8 different studies which highlight the beneficial effects of pistachios on cholesterol levels. The researchers suggest that pistachios should be considered part of a healthy diet.
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This is a study of 51 elderly participants who consumed 20 grams of a protein supplement daily. There was an increase in a hormone by 45.8% which plays a beneficial role in bone health. Additionally, protein supplementation with zinc was beneficial for bone health.
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In this study, 170 diabetic patients were given vitamin C and E or a placebo daily and after 3 months it was determined the supplementation showed significant decrease in blood pressure, blood sugar, and increases in the body’s innate antioxidants.
