by Becky | Nov 6, 2019 | 2019, Cancer, Cardiovascular Health, Sweeteners
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. A greater intake of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) was associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular and total mortality and a modest risk for cancer mortality. (more…)
by Becky | Nov 6, 2019 | 2019, Ashwagandha, Botanicals, Brain Health, Cognitive Health
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. An ashwagandha leaf water extract shows promise as a natural therapeutic remedy for preventing neurodegeneration and cognitive impairments associated with peripheral inflammation and neuroinflammation. (more…)
by Becky | Oct 28, 2019 | 2018, Brain Health, Caffeine
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Study results suggest behavioral activity of coffee beyond its caffeine content, raising issues with the use of decaffeinated coffee as a placebo and highlighting the need for further research into its psychoactive effects. (more…)
by Becky | Oct 28, 2019 | 2017, Environmental Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Those who lived closer to mobile phone base stations had significantly higher levels of cellular oxidative stress and free radical production as witnessed by decreased concentrations of glutathione, superoxide dismutase, and catalase and increased lipid peroxidation. (more…)
by Becky | Oct 21, 2019 | 2019, Antioxidants, Cardiovascular Health, Flavonoids, Fruits and Vegetables
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. An acute dose of low calorie, high polyphenol cranberry beverage improved antioxidant status, while 8 week daily consumption significantly reduced cardiovascular disease risk factors by improving glucoregulation, downregulating inflammatory biomarkers, and increasing HDL cholesterol. (more…)
by Becky | Oct 21, 2019 | 2019, Aging, Brain Health
Written by Chrystal Moulton. Women with high optimism were twenty-three percent more likely to experience healthy aging. (more…)
by Becky | Oct 21, 2019 | Alcohol, Brain Health, Cognitive Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study participants with mild cognitive impairment, who consumed more than 14 alcoholic drinks per week, had the most severe cognitive decline compared with consumers of less than 1.0 drink per week.
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by Becky | Oct 14, 2019 | 2018, Digestive Health, Sweeteners
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study demonstrates that consumption of foods containing sucralose and maltrodextrin might exacerbate myeloperoxidase (MPO) intestinal reactivity only in individuals with a pro-inflammatory predisposition, such as Crohn’s Disease. (more…)
by Becky | Sep 30, 2019 | 2019, Infant and Children's Health, Pregnancy and Lactation, Women's Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study investigates the effect of delivery mode (cesarean or vaginal) on the composition of gut microbiota throughout the neonatal period, and into infancy.
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by Becky | Sep 16, 2019 | 2018, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Brain Health, Infant and Children's Health, Pregnancy and Lactation
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Maternal diet during pregnancy was independently associated with children’s hyperactivity–inattention symptoms but not with conduct problems, validating the importance of diet in pregnant women. (more…)
by Becky | Sep 9, 2019 | 2019, Blood Pressure, Obesity
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study results suggest that consumption of a hot water extract of Curcuma longa may have the potential to improve general health by reducing chronic low-grade inflammation and improving associated metabolic disorders. (more…)
by Becky | Sep 9, 2019 | 2019, Obesity, Weight Control
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Researchers identified a molecular pathway in the brain called GIPR/Rap1 signaling that links overeating and obesity to leptin resistance. (more…)
by Becky | Aug 26, 2019 | 2018, Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Health, Omega - 3
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study demonstrates that a higher Omega-3 Index is associated with statistically significant, clinically relevant lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels in young and healthy individuals with blood pressure values within normal limits.
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by Becky | Aug 19, 2019 | Cardiovascular Health, Fiber
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. A study showed that dietary fiber from beans, fruits and vegetables was superior compared to fiber derived from grains or nuts when it came to reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 29, 2019 | Alternative Therapies, Curcumin
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. Anti-inflammatory foods, some herbs and supplements, moderate exercise and stress reduction therapies like meditation help to regulate the production of the inflammatory compound NF-kB. (more…)
by Becky | Jul 15, 2019 | 2019, Fruits and Vegetables, Metabolic Syndrome, Polyphenols
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Phyllanthus emblica (amla fruit), at a 500 mg daily dose, significantly improved components of metabolic syndrome such as endothelial function, oxidative stress biomarkers and lipid profiles in participating subjects.
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by Becky | Jul 8, 2019 | 2019, Cardiovascular Health
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Using a Mendelian randomization design, researchers demonstrated that higher BMI and particularly fat mass index are associated with increased risk of aortic valve stenosis and most other cardiovascular conditions.
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by Becky | Jun 26, 2019 | 2019, Cardiovascular Health, Fruits and Vegetables, Metabolic Syndrome
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Consuming one cup of blueberries per day for six months resulted in significant sustained improvements in vascular function and arterial stiffness and reduced cardiovascular risk by up to 15%.
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by Becky | Jun 18, 2019
Newsletter Archive Please click on a month or topic of your choice and the corresponding newsletter will be displayed. 2024 January – Physical Activity February – Coronary Artery Disease March – Chronic Kidney Disease April – Irritable Bowel...
by Becky | Jun 10, 2019 | Cardiovascular Health, Weight Control
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A very low-calorie ketogenic diet, combined with a synthetic amino acid protein replacement, increased weight loss and reduced cardiovascular risk, without the development of sarcopenia and activation of inflammatory and oxidative processes.
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