Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This large study of U.S. men and women showed that a higher intake of olive oil was associated with significantly lower risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary artery disease.
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study results suggest that higher levels of plasma n-3 PUFAs may play a key role in maintaining bone health by protecting bone mass and preventing risk of fracture.
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. In this randomized sample of healthy American adults, consumption of fruits and vegetables was proven to be positively and significantly associated with telomere length, with greater intake directly related to greater telomere length.
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Participants with moderate intake of vegetable nitrate had a 15% lower risk of CVD.
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. High-PAC standardized cranberry juice significantly suppressed H. pylori infection at week 8 (p<0.05).
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. BCAAs from non-grain sources were positively associated with handgrip strength (P<0.05).
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Patient response on the WOMAC scale demonstrated that 18% of the turmeric group experienced at ≥50% reduction in stiffness (p= 0.0002).
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. In subjects with deficient levels of vitamin B12, methylcobalamin (a form of vitamin B12) intake for one year produced significant improvement on neuropathy tests, pain scores, and self-reported quality of life.
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Thermal mineral bath therapy significantly improved quality of life (p<0.05) and functionality (p=0.01) in patients with osteoarthritis.
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Supplementing with saffron extract for 8 weeks was proven to improve low mood while boosting quality of life and social functioning in the study participants.
