Dietary Supplement May Ease Stress Response in Some People – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, M.D., Ph.D. In a recent study, phosphatidylserine was found to benefit individuals who respond strongly to stress.
Omega-3 Fats Help Heart Health in Dialysis Patients
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Those in the group with the highest omega-3 blood levels (at least 4.51%) had an 80% reduced risk of death after one year of hemodialysis treatment compared to the group with the lowest omega-3 blood levels ( 3.07% or less).
Herbal Formula Rich in 5-HTP Decreases Appetite and Cravings
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. A herbal formula with 5-HTP resulted in a 29.2% increase in feeling full in a study with 77 healthy women.
Digestive Enzyme Bromelain Supports Overall Health
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. In a study of 77 subjects given 200 mg or 400 mg bromelain daily, those in the higher group had a 18% greater pain reduction and 2.5% less anxiety and 3.1% less depression.
Virgin Coconut Oil Improves Eczema
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Virgin olive oil decreased harmful skin bacteria and symptoms better than olive oil.
Improving Vision in Macular Degeneration
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Lutein and zeaxanthin significantly reduced two symptoms of macular degeneration.
Vitamin D May Help Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Patients
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Treatment with vitamin D was associated with an improvement in a marker for prostate cancer in 55% of a test group.
Why It’s So Important to Reduce Your Stress Level – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, M.D., Ph.D. Regular stress reduction is an absolute necessity and there is no quick cure. It takes daily practice for a lifetime of good health. Stress is implicated in 60 to 90% of all illnesses.
Capsaicin Improves Glucose Tolerance in Obese Mice
Written by Marcia J.Egles, MD. Capsaicin (component of hot peppers) use improved glucose levels in a test with 12 mice by 29% and reduced weight by 10%.
Relora ® Helps Women Manage Stress Levels
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Relora (a combination of the extracts barks of Phellodendron amurense and Magnolia officinalis) might offer some relief for premenopausal women experiencing temporary anxiety.
