Obstructive Sleep Apnea Is Associated with Higher Brain Amyloid
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Severe obstructive sleep apnea was associated with an increase in brain amyloid beta (Aß) protein and a greater risk of developing dementia.
Benefits of Kiwifruit Versus Vitamin C Supplement on Vitality
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Both kiwifruit and vitamin C tablet interventions significantly increased plasma vitamin C levels in study participants; however, only kiwifruit significantly improved subjective vitality.
Does Time-Restricted Eating Support Weight Loss and Metabolic Parameters in Overweight and Obesity
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Overweight or obese adults who participated in time-restricted eating (TRE) experienced a 1.17% modest weight loss that was very similar to the weight loss (0.75%) in the control group that practiced consistent meal timing (CMT).
Bimodal Neuromodulation with Sound and Tongue Stimulation Benefits Those with Tinnitus
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Compared to previous studies, this study suggests that bimodal neuromodulation, using higher-frequency tones with synchronized or shorter delayed tongue stimulation, delivers a more sustained therapeutic benefit for tinnitus.
Ginger Extract an Effective Alternative Treatment for Patients with Allergic Rhinitis
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study found that ginger was as good as loratadine in improving quality of life and caused less side effects in study participants with allergic rhinitis (AR).
Nicotinamide Mononucleotide Intake Reduces Impact of Maternal Obesity in Offspring
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Using a mouse model, researchers demonstrate an association between maternal obesity and metabolic dysfunction markers that can be reversed in offspring with exercise and NMN supplementation.
Green Tea Polyphenols Protect Cochlear Hair Cells from Ototoxicity
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Researchers demonstrated that catechin epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) could promote hearing-impaired recovery by suppressing the Notch signaling pathway.
Rehydration with Fructose -Sweetened Drinks Exacerbates Dehydration and Associated Renal Injury
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study demonstrates in a mouse model that rehydration with fructose-containing beverages may lead to renal damage and hypertension.
Green Tea and Coffee Consumption is Associated with Decreased Mortality Risk in Diabetics
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Higher consumption of green tea and coffee was associated with increased longevity in a Japanese population with type 2 diabetes.
Vitamin D Supplementation is Association with Improved Diabetic Symptomology
Dr. Halima Phelps, DC, ND. This study demonstrated that cholecalciferol at a dose of 40,000 IU per week for a period of four weeks significantly reduced neuropathy severity and inflammation and improved skin microcirculation in participating diabetics.
