Omija (Schisandra chinensis) Extract and Soybean Mixture Improves Glycemic Control in Hyperglycemic Subjects

Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. 12-week supplementation of an Omija extract and soybean mixture capsule resulted in significant improvement in plasma glucose levels compared to baseline (p=0.002, 0.023, 0.041). Furthermore, OSM subjects experienced lower insulin levels and insulin AUC compared to placebo, even after adjustment of the baseline (p=0.006, 0.011).  (more…)

HDL-C & Glucose Levels Measured in Early to Mid-Adulthood Associated with Alzheimer Occurrence Decades Later

Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Study findings show that elevated glucose levels (15 mg/dL increase) in middle adulthood was associated with a 14.5% increased risk of AD while increased high density lipoprotein cholesterol (15 mg/dL increase) was associated with a 15.4% decreased risk of AD in early adulthood and a 17.9% decreased risk in middle adulthood.  (more…)

Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Carnosine, and Thiamine Improve Glucose Metabolism in Obese Diabetic Patients

Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. An individualized supplement of alpha-lipoic acid, carnosine, and thiamine was able to maximize the potential antidiabetic activity in type 2 diabetic recipients by effectively reducing glucose concentration, and potentially increasing insulin production from the pancreas.
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