Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of children aged 4 to 14 who had ADHD and received 200 mg of phosphatidylserine (important brain nutrient), a significant improvement was exhibited in memory, attention, and mental performance.
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Research demonstrates an association of lower vitamin D blood levels with increased risk of breast cancer.
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In this large meta-analysis study, there was a 19% reduced risk of cancer for those with the highest levels of total blood carotenoids versus the lowest levels.
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Use of the Mediterranean Diet was associated with reduced risks; 39% for stroke, 17% for death from cardiovascular disease and 11% for deaths from all causes.
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.
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.
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%.
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. The study suggests that Pycnogenol, the extract from French maritime bark, may also help with metabolic health.
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.
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.
