Exposure to Perfluorocarbons is Linked to the Onset of Menopause
Written by Diana Abdi, BS. This Study of 25,957 women between 18 and 65 years of age found that peri-menopausal and menopausal women had the highest levels of perfluorocarbons.
Despite Supplement Use, Americans Still Not Getting Enough Calcium
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a very large survey, it was found that supplementation of calcium increased average intake by 3 to 15% in men by age group and 7-30% in women. Also found that all age groups averaged below the RDA without supplementation.
Thyroid Supplements – Informed Opinion
By Neil Levin, CCN, DANLA. Natural thyroid supplements include iodine, L-tyrosine, selenium, zinc, copper and guggul.
Oat Bran Shown to Improve Numerous Blood Factors that Improve Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study with 24 young adults, those consuming oat bran had 10% greater improvement in total cholesterol and other benefits.
Dietary Fiber Helps Reduce Development of Breast Cancer
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. In a review including 712,195 participants, the risk of breast cancer decreased by an average 7% for every 10 grams of fiber consumed daily.
Research on Vitamin Benefits Continues – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, PhD, MD. At this point in time, the potential benefits of taking vitamins seem to outweigh any of the risks.
Are You Taking Enough Omega-3 for Heart Health
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A review of studies involving 214,426 participants showed researchers that the relative risk of death from a sudden cardiac event was significantly lower (35.1%) in those who consumed at least 250 mg per day of omega-3 oil compared to those who consumed less than 250 mg per day of omega-3 oil.
How You Supplement with L-Carnitine for Exercise Endurance Makes a Difference
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Performance was 35% greater in the carnitine group compared to the control group.
A Few Brazil Nuts Per Day Help Cholesterol Levels
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Those who ate Brazil nuts for 16 weeks, significantly increased their selenium blood levels and decreased their LDL, total cholesterol, and triglyceride levels compared to those who ate no Brazil nuts.
Omega-3 Fats During Pregnancy Improve Newborn Weight Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 1250 women with the greatest intakes of omega-3 fats were 32% less likely to have obese children. Mother’s having more than two servings of fish per week decreased the risk of obesity in newborns by 47%.
