Herbal Extracts for Treatment of Mild to Moderate Acne Vulgaris
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Herbal extracts may be a new therapeutic option for non-drug users with mild to moderate acne vulgaris.
Eating Nuts a Marker of Better Diet Quality in Those at Higher Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Nut consumption was associated with nutrient adequacy, better diet quality, and higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet in a population at higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
Higher Omega-3 Index Is Associated with Better Asthma Control
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study demonstrates that a higher Omega 3 Index is associated with better asthma control and with lower inhaled corticosteroid medication dose, suggesting that a higher erythrocyte n-3 PUFA level may have a role in asthma management.
Carcinogenic Contaminant Risk in United States Drinking Water
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Over 100,000 lifetime cancer cases could be due to carcinogenic chemicals in United States drinking water according to a cumulative risk analysis done between 2010 and 2017.
Blue Light Supports Sleep and Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study provides insight into the effect of blue versus amber wavelength light on the circadian and sleep systems and their potential roles in traumatic brain injury repair and recovery.
Pomegranate Juice Extract Protects Against UVB-Induced Skin Damage
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Daily oral pomegranate consumption may lead to enhanced protection from UV photodamage.
Ultra-Processed Foods Contain Added Sugars
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study suggests that decreasing the consumption of ultra-processed foods could be an effective way of reducing the excessive intake of added sugars in the American diet.
Personal Care Products and Foods Linked to Phenol and Phthalate Exposure
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Urine analysis exposes phenols and phthalates in a variety of foods and personal care products.
Curcuma Longa Extract Shown to Improve Osteoarthritis Knee Pain
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A three-month daily intake of both high and low dose bio-optimized Curcuma longa extract significantly reduced osteoarthritic knee pain in participating subjects.
Long Sleep Duration and Midday Naps may Increase Stroke Risk
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Long sleep duration, long midday napping and poor sleep quality were independently and jointly associated with a higher risk of stroke.
