Study Finds Trio of Dietary Factors Help Diabetics
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Study found three separate ways to help maintain healthy blood sugar levels: increased fiber intake, increased magnesium intake, and low Glycemic Load.
Fish Consumption Helps Maintain Heart Muscle Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found that “moderate fish consumption” (consuming fish 1- 2 times per week) was associated with a 53% reduced risk of developing left ventricular dysfunction in those with Acute Coronary Syndrome, compared to those who consumed fish less than one time per week.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help with Blood Vessel Plaques
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 41 patients, the 17 patients with atherosclerotic plaques and neurological symptoms had 51% lower DHA levels and 44% lower EPA levels than the 24 patients with atherosclerotic plaques and no neurological symptoms.
Qigong Can Improve Life for Cancer Patients – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, M.D., Ph.D. A recent study supports Oriental thought that qigong enhances quality of life.
Mediterranean Diet Helps Mental Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. This study of 10,000 patients reveals that those with the highest adherence to the Mediterranean Diet had a 31% reduced risk of major depression.
New Study Uncovers a New Way Flaxseed Oil May Benefit Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. 4 weeks of daily consumption of 9 grams of flaxseed oil reduced inflammation in 18 non-smoking men.
Low Folic Acid During Pregnancy Affects Infant Mental Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Newborns from mothers with lowest folic acid blood levels had higher scores related to hyperactivity and peer problems.
Fight the Flu with Vitamin D Supplements – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, M.D., Ph.D. Vitamin D may be a good way to prevent winter flu, due to its ability to activate immune system-based proteins that kill the flu virus.
Tackle Pain with a Combination of Therapies – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, M.D., Ph.D. Both traditional and nontraditional medical approaches are necessary to effectively address the number one medical complaint – pain.
