Vitamin B6 and DNA Damage
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Higher levels of vitamin B6 were associated with lower levels of DNA damage in men.
Zinc Supplementation Improves Cystic Fibrosis
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Cystic fibrosis individuals that were deficient in zinc and took zinc supplements for one year experienced improved lung function as well as less bacterial infections.
Yo-Yo Dieting and Stress Lead to Weight Gain
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Caloric restriction in mice resulted in weight loss, but the weight was regained shortly.
Long-Term Effects of Antioxidants on Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A study of 172 elderly participants who consumed the antioxidants: lutein, zeaxanthin, fish oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and copper for 1 year, showed their age-related macular degeneration vision was improved by 20%.
Review Finds Vitamin C Benefits Lung Health During Exercise
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A review of 3 studies found that 40 subjects who took 500 – 2000 mg of vitamin C before exercising experienced a 50% reduction in exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
Coenzyme Q10 May Help Chronic Pain
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.
Melatonin and Metabolic Syndrome: New Findings
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.
The Calcium to Magnesium Ratio- Effect on Mortality
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.
Review Finds Magnesium Beneficial For Heart Health
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.
Skeletal and Dental Deformities Due to Excessive Flouride Consumption
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.
