Possible Beneficial Effect of Dark Chocolate on Mood and the Gut Microbiota
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that 85% dark chocolate has a beneficial effect on negative mood states and gut microbial diversity.
Herbal Blend Supplementation Improves Skin Health and Antioxidant Status in Post-Menopausal Women
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. 12-week once-daily consumption of a nutraceutical supplement containing Glycine max, Cimicifuga racemosa, Vitex agnus-castus, and Oenothera biennis extracts significantly improved skin elasticity (p < .0001) and smoothness (p < .0001), while also increasing glutathione levels (p = .0242).
Serum Vitamin D Levels Demonstrates Causal Association with Psychiatric Disorders
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Results demonstrate that ASD, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder are potential independent risk factors for decreased 25OHD levels.
L-carnitine Supplementation Significantly Improves Lipid Profiles
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Findings of this umbrella meta-analysis of 13 meta-analyses shows that L-carnitine supplementation significantly decreased total cholesterol (p < 0.001), triglycerides (p < 0.001), and LDL-C (p < 0.001) levels, while also increasing HDL-C levels (p = 0.005).
Propolis Reduces Bacterial Proliferation and Improves Healing After Dental Extraction
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. 7-day use of a propolis-based paste significantly improved healing time of dental sockets (p < 0.001). Furthermore, 2-day use of a propolis-based mouthwash reduced bacterial proliferation and results were deemed significant for a combination of a propolis and chlorhexidine-based mouthwash.
Association of Vitamin D3 Levels with Cognitive Impairment and Sleep Quality in Older Adults
Written By Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that normal cognitive function is positively associated with sufficient vitamin D3 levels and good sleep quality.
Flavonoid Intake Associated with Improved Performance and Muscle Mass in Subjects with Sarcopenia
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Findings of this meta-analysis including 6 RCTs shows that flavonoid intervention improved muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical performance in sarcopenic participants.
High Serum Vitamin D Inversely Associated with Rosacea Incidence
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Cox proportional risk regression analysis findings suggest an inverse correlation between higher serum 25OHD concentrations and the risk of rosacea incidence.
Aviron Rapid® Decreases Symptom Severity and Duration of Acute Upper Respiratory Infections in Children
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Results of the multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial shows that use of Aviron Rapid significantly reduced disease duration and symptom severity compared to placebo in both adolescent and pediatric cohorts.
Possible Beneficial Effects of a Mixture of Natural Activators of Autophagy on Oxidative Stress and Arterial Stiffness in Patients with Hypertension
Written by Harold Oster, MD. A mixture of activators of autophagy may have beneficial effects on oxidative stress and arterial stiffness in hypertensive patients.
