The Effect of Dietary Carotenoids on Biological Aging in Adults

The Effect of Dietary Carotenoids on Biological Aging in Adults

Written by Dr. Clara Sartor, NMD, DAc, LAc, BSc. In this cross-sectional study, Qi et al. explored the relationship between dietary intake of carotenoids and biological aging indices in adults. Results indicated that higher total carotene intake was associated with lower prevalence of hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. A negative association between dietary intake of carotenoids and biological aging indices was established. β-carotene resulted as highly contributory to phenoAge and to lowering homeostatic dysregulation.

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Adjunctive Silymarin Use May Reduce Disease Activity and Improve Quality of Life in Active RA Patients on DMARD Therapy

Written by Keely Puchalski, ND. Results from this study suggest that adjunctive silymarin supplementation may improve joint symptoms, physical function, fatigue, and mood in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis receiving conventional DMARD therapy, though without significant changes in inflammatory markers CRP or ESR.

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Spirulina Supplementation Improves Sleep Quality, Reduces Sleep Latency and Depressive Symptoms, and Enhances Mental Health in Adults with Mild to Moderate Depression 

Written by Alexa Heathorn, MS, CNS-c, Science Writer. Daily supplementation of 2 g of softgel spirulina for 8 weeks significantly improved sleep quality, reduced sleep latency, and enhanced mental health in adults with mild to moderate depression.

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Hydroponically Grown Red Panax Ginseng Reduces Perceived Stress, Negative Emotion, and Depressive Symptoms, and Enhances Cognitive Functions in Moderately Stressed Adults

Written by Alexa Heathorn, MS, CNS-c. Daily supplementation of 200 mg of hydroponically grown red Panax ginseng for three weeks significantly reduced perceived stress and negative emotional states, while increasing focus, mental clarity, and memory in adults experiencing moderate stress.

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