Benefits of Eating Whole Grains
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In a review that included 11 researches, it was found that those consuming 30 grams of fiber per day had a 30% reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
Melatonin and Metabolic Syndrome
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. An experiment in rats showed that supplementing their diet with melatonin improved bodyweight, systolic blood pressure, glucose tolerance, and cholesterol levels.
Grape Polyphenols Improve Blood Pressure Health in Those with Metabolic Disease
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Compared to placebo, daily consumption of grape polyphenols for 30 days significantly improved vascular endothelial function and biomarkers of metabolic syndrome by increasing flow-mediation dilation response by 45 % and lowering systolic blood pressure by 4.7%.
Pycnogenol Found Beneficial for Metabolic Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. The study suggests that Pycnogenol, the extract from French maritime bark, may also help with metabolic health.
Effect of Frankincense on Plaque and Gingivitis
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A study on the effect of Frankincense, (traditional anti-inflammatory medicine containing boswellic acid) showed significant improvement in gum health, gingivitis and other conditions that affect gum health.
Mediterranean Diet Takes Healthier Approach to Eating – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, M.D., Ph.D. After a 7 year study of 7,000 participants in 3 groups, the Mediterranean diets had a significant 30% reduction in heart attack and stroke compared to the group that was only counseled on reducing fat in their diet.
Walnuts Associated with Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Written by Jessicca Patella, ND. A large study of 58,063 women aged 52-77 and 79,893 women aged 35-52 has determined that consumption of walnuts lowers risk of diabetes. After 10 years, the participants consuming 1 serving per week of walnuts had a 15% lower risk of type-2 diabetes and those consuming 2 or more servings had a 21% lower risk of type-2 diabetes.
Vitamins C and E may Help Bone Health in the Elderly
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Research concludes that “1000 mgs of ascorbic acid and 400 IU of Vitamin E is beneficial for preventing or helping with the treatment of age-related osteoporosis”.
Glucosamine, Chondroitin and Fish Oil Lower Inflammation
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. A large study of 9,947 adults living in U.S. has determined the effects of using supplements to decrease inflammation. It showed that intake of glucosamine decreased inflammation by 17%, chondroitin showed a 22% decrease and fish oil lowered the CRP by 16%.
Review Finds Benefit of Fiber Intake for Cardiovascular Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. This review article of 6 large studies found a 12% reduced risk of stroke for each 10 gram increase per day of total dietary fiber intake.
