Type II Diabetes Mellitus – 2011 Research Summary
Written by Marcia J. Egles MD. Foods which do not convert rapidly into blood sugar and exercise are recommended for diabetics and a number of supplements are also recommended.
Health Benefits of Whole Grain Diets
Written by Neil E. Levin, CCN, DANLA. Studies have shown that whole grain intake is proactive against cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity.
Fish and Nut Consumption May Help with Inflammation in Older Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Data from 2514 patients showed that those with higher omega-3 levels had a 44% reduced risk of death from inflammatory diseases and 40% reduced risk for those with the highest nut consumption.
Resveratrol For Diabetes?
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. After 4 weeks of resveratrol supplementation, 10 type 2 diabetics demonstrated a significant improvement in blood sugar control compared to those who received no resveratrol.
Whey Protein May Help Offset Health Problems of Western Diet
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found 42% lower rate of weight gain in the whey group, compared to the non-whey group (14.5% vs. 25%) and 32% lower body-fat levels in the whey group ( 16.7% vs. 24.3%).
Vitamin C May Impact Your Heart – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. In a recent clinical trial of patients with mild to moderate congestive heart failure, researchers found that vitamin C infusions produced a remarkable improvement in their heart function.
Electromagnetic Radiation from Cell Phone Exposure Effects Brain Activity
Written by Diana Abdi, BS.
Gamma-Ray Irradiation Effects in Beef Meat
Written by Diana Abdi, BS. Gamma-ray radiation increases the amount of saturated fat and decreases the amount of unsaturated fat in beef meat.
Pycnogenol Again Found to Help With Leg Circulation
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Pycnogenol was found to decrease ankle swelling by 35%, and a 20% decrease in disability, compared to a control group.
Chondroitin Shows Quick Benefits to Knee Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Chondroitin sulfate reduces cartilage loss by 40% and bone marrow lesions by 35%.
