Pycnogenol Improves Symptoms of Menopause
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. After 8 weeks of Pycnogenol supplementation, the 38 participating perimenopausal women saw a significant improvement in hot flashes and other symptoms.
Astaxanthin Improves Cell Health in the Obese
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In this study of 27 overweight healthy subjects, those who took 20 mg of astaxanthin for 12 weeks, demonstrated that astaxanthin was safe and effective in lowered LDL cholesterol by 6% and 2 markers of cell damage by 7.1% and 23.5% compared to placebo.
L-Carnitine May Help Lung Health in Children
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Fifty children with moderate asthma given 1050 mg L-carnitine for six months had a 71% decrease in hospital visits compared to the control group.
Prunes May Have Positive Impact on Osteoporosis – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick Massey, MD, PhD, Daily Herald Columnist. Several good studies have shown that eating prunes positively affects osteoporosis.
Trans Fats Hinder, Olive Oil Benefits Mental Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A 10 year study of 12,059 depression free patients found that those with the highest 20 % intake of trans fatty acids had a 48% increased risk of depression compared to those with the lowest 20% of Vitamin D intake.
Going with the Flow of Bio-Energy Healing – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. Although research on its medical benefits has been mixed, bio-energy is quietly making inroads into traditional medicine.
Seeing Clearly: Reducing the Risk of Cataracts
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A research study showed that participants with the highest blood levels of lutein and zeaxanthin had 42% and 41% lower risk of cataracts compared to those with the lowest levels. Factors that increase the risk of cataracts include smoking, sunlight exposure, diabetes, aging, and some pharmaceuticals.
Study Finds Fiber-Rich Foods to Offer “Significant Health Benefits”
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In research in 388,122 men and women, those with the highest 20% of fiber intake had a 22% reduced risk of death from all causes.
Vitamin A Intake Linked to Skin Health in Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Women with the highest supplement intake of vitamin A had a 26% reduced risk of melanoma vs. women not taking vitamin A supplements.
Dietary Behaviors Predict Mortality
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Adoption of recommended dietary behaviors was associated with 20-25% lower risk of mortality.
