Reduce NSAIDs Use With Cod Liver Oil
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In research with 97 arthritis patients, 39% of participants were able to reduce NSAID use by more than 30% for those taking 10 grams of cod liver oil per day.
Omega-3 Fats Help With Irregular Heartbeat
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Omega 3 reduced irregular heartbeat by 29%.
Bone Health After Menopause
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Study of 117 post menopausal women found that 4 groups containing combinations of calcium, vitamin D3 and K1 & K2 all significantly increased total mineral bone density compared to control; however, only the Vitamin K1 & K2 groups increased bone density in the lower spine.
Some Supplements May Lower Effects of Chronic Stress – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, M.D., Ph.D. There is evidence that three oils are important for chronic stress. Two are fish oils: eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid, and one is found in cell membranes, phosphatidylserine.
Study Suggests L-Carnitine as a New Supplement for Huntington’s Disease Patients
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Out of 23 patients with Huntington’s Disease , 6 had Carnitine deficiency. After 6 months of treatment with supplementation of L-carnitine, the carnitine group showed 14.1% improvement in motor functionality compared to the placebo group.
L-Carnitine May Benefit Liver Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A study with 74 patients with Nonalcoholic liver disease was conducted with 2 grams of L-carnitine per day for 24 weeks. Patients receiving L-carnitne showed “significant improvement” compared to the placebo group. Researchers suggest that L-carnitine help detoxify the liver.
Relief for Lower Back Pain
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A study with 210 people indicated that 39% of participants in the high dose willow bark group are pain free and only 4% in the high dose group required their pain medication, while 47% of the people in the placebo group required their pain medication.
Increased Quality of Life With the Mediterranean Diet
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A recent research which included 11,015 participants used a 136 item food frequency questionnaire to show that participants with the greatest adherence to the Mediterranean diet have improved physical health and mental quality of life.
Nuts: The Ultimate Antioxidant
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Research shows that people who eat nuts twice a week are 31% less likely to gain weight.
Fiber Lowers Inflammation Due to Body Fat in Teens
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. A study involving 559 teens aged 14-18 revealed that dietary fiber decreased body fat percentage and markers of inflammation.
