Effects of Fennel on Symptoms of Menopause
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This study shows that fennel as a phytoestrogen is effective in reducing menopausal symptoms and has no serious side effects.
Cinnamon Controls Blood Glucose Metabolism in Prediabetic Individuals
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Supplementation with cinnamon for twelve weeks improved FPG and glucose tolerance in prediabetic subjects and was safe and well-tolerated.
Oral Probiotic Spray Effective for Recurrent Streptococcal Pharyngontonsilits in Children
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. The use of an oral spray of Streptococcus salivarius 24SMB and Streptococcus oralis 89a effectively treated recurrent acute pharyngotonsillitis in children and reduced the need for antibiotics that do not prevent recurrence.
Crocin Helps Protect against Cerebral Ischemic Reperfusion Injury
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study suggests that gut microbiota may be responsible for the conversion of crocin to its metabolite crocetin, which protects against brain injury in a rat model of induced stroke.
Antiviral Potential of Curcumin in an In Vitro Alpha-Coronavirus Model
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. In an in vitro alpha-coronavirus model, curcumin not only inhibited the proliferation of the transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV) but was also able to deactivate and destroy it.
Lifestyle Modification Improves Symptoms of Essential Hypertension
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Intense lifestyle treatment significantly improved blood pressure and pathophysiological markers of arterial stiffness and endothelial dysfunction in patients with stage 1 essential hypertension.
Vitamin D may Offer Some Protection Against Coronavirus – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. Several medical studies have indicated that vitamin D supplements may help to keep you healthy against COVID-19.
Preliminary Report on the Benefits of Dexamethasone in Hospitalized Patients with Covid-19
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study finds that dexamethasone shows promise as an inexpensive, readily available treatment for COVID-19.
Higher Dietary Omega-3 Intake Required for Dementia Risk Reduction in APOE4 Carriers
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study suggests that a minimum dose of two grams per day of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is required to ensure adequate delivery to the brain, particularly for those individuals who carry the APOE4 allele.
Green Outdoor Environment Associated with Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Individuals living in greener residential neighborhoods may be less likely to develop heart disease and stroke than those living in areas with fewer parks or green spaces.
