Blueberries May Help Liver Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study with 45 rats, those with the highest berry intake had 37% less liver damage. (more…)
Resveratrol May Help with Obesity Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Resveratrol in a cell study had 220% less increase in fat cell division. (more…)
Effects of Flavonoids in the Human Body
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. (more…)
Erythritol is a Sweet, Zero-Calorie Antioxidant
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. Research from the Netherlands showed that erythritol is a strong antioxidant, does not raise blood sugar levels or promote tooth decay, has a favorable effect on blood vessels, and has no calories. (more…)
CoQ10 Absorption Enhanced by Grapefruit Juice
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. (more…)
Antioxidants Found to Help Female Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Those with the 25% highest intake of Vitamins A, C, and E significantly decreased their risk of cervical cancer by 65%, 65%, and 47% respectively, compared to those with the lowest 25% intakes. (more…)
Acai Helps Maintain Cholesterol Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 32 rats, those fed acai pulp had 62% lower levels of a marker for chronic diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes. (more…)
Antioxidants Low in Children with Celiac Disease
Written by Marcia J. Egles MD. Study shows that children with celiac disease might benefit from the addition of antioxidant rich foods and supplements such as vitamins A, C, and E to their diets. (more…)
Antioxidant Intake Helps Kidney Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Those with the highest daily intake of fruits and vegetables (> 600 grams per day) had a 32% reduced risk of renal cell cancer compared to those with the lowest intakes (< 200 grams per day). (more…)
Study Finds How Cranberry Juice Helps with Bladder Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Use of cranberry led to a 73% decrease in the number of E. Coli cells binding to the bladder tissue thus reducing urinary tract infections. (more…)
Study Adds Confusion on Antioxidants during Cancer Treatment – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick Massey, M.D., Ph.D. Research on the use of antioxidants during chemotherapy or radiation therapy was flawed. (more…)
Antioxidants Can Help Blunt the Damage of Chemotherapy – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick Massey M.D., Ph.D. There is evidence that antioxidants help protect against the damage caused by chemotherapy. (more…)
Hail to the Humble, Disease-Fighting Grape – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick Massey, M.D., Ph.D. Grapes contain powerful compounds that have positive health effects on heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease and cancer. (more…)
A Recent Review Supports the Use of Echinacea for the Common Cold
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. This literature review suggests that Echinacea can be effective in reducing incidence and duration of the common cold. (more…)
Ginger May Help Control Nausea Common After Surgery
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. This study indicates that ginger helps reduce post-surgery nausea. (more…)
Curry May Be Protective Against Alzheimer’s Dementia
Written by Marcia Egles, MD. In a study of 1092 Singapore residents, those using curry in their diet had an average mental performance score equal to those ten years younger and not using curry. (more…)
CoQ10 May Offer Help for Fatigue During Exercise
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Those taking 300 mg CoQ10 for 8 days had 22% less fatigue compared to a placebo group in a test on a stationary bike. (more…)
Antioxidant Confusion – Informed Opinion
Written by Neil E. Levin, CCN, DANLA, Nutrition Education Manager. The meta-analysis published in JAMA that reported antioxidant vitamins do not extend life and even increase death rates slightly had many variables, flaws, and an arbitrary structuring of its statistical model. (more…)
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