Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, M.D., Ph.D. Studies that are based on self-reported data are notoriously unreliable, and since there are no controls, the results are far from conclusive. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a small rat study, subjects on a high fat diet had 49% lower liver fat levels, 19% lower blood sugar levels, and 18% lower insulin levels than those not receiving creatine. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Ten studies of 268,276 patients and 8,695 strokes found that stroke risk significantly decreased 11% for every 1000 mg per day of increased potassium intake. Also 5 of the 10 studies found that for every 1000 mg per day of increased potassium intake there was an 11% decrease in ischemic stroke.
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Written by Dr. Patrick B. Massey, MD, PhD. Substituting a single serving of beans for white rice on a daily basis was associated with a 35 % reduced risk of metabolic syndrome. (more…)
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. In a study with 351 patients with high levels of fats in the blood, specific dietary modifications (viscous fiber, plant sterols, soy and nuts) significantly reduced serum LDL cholesterol were recommended. This resulted in a 10% reduced risk for coronary heart disease. (more…)
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Increasing blood levels of vitamin D would reduce the mortality rate in the United States by 13.3% in males and 15.3% in females, resulting in an increased life expectancy of 2 years. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found a reduction in blood sugar of 35% in a group taking creatine. (more…)
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PHD, Daily Herald Columnist. Two recent studies suggest that carnitine may help treat autism. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. This study of 16 healthy adults demonstrated that those who ate 90 grams of pecans per test meal doubled their blood levels of vitamin E 8 hours after the test meal while their blood antioxidant levels increased and their LDL oxidation significantly decreased. (more…)
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Astaxanthin improved all measures of oxidative stress in a three week study. (more…)
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. Medications have numerous interactions within the body and some of these interactions can lead to serious nutrition deficiencies. (more…)
Written by Neil E. Levin, CCN, DANLA. Studies have shown that whole grain intake is proactive against cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found 42% lower rate of weight gain in the whey group, compared to the non-whey group (14.5% vs. 25%) and 32% lower body-fat levels in the whey group ( 16.7% vs. 24.3%). (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Pycnogenol was found to decrease ankle swelling by 35%, and a 20% decrease in disability, compared to a control group. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Research has suggested that whole grains can significantly benefit blood sugar and blood vessel health. (more…)
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Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PhD. There is good evidence that medications and therapies (and their associated costs) could be reduced if you take 5,000 steps per day. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A study of 4429 patients indicated that, compared with those with the lowest 25% intake of branched-chain amino acids, those with the highest 25% of intake had a 30% reduced risk of obesity. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Research demonstrates that natural almond skins exhibit anti-viral protection and suggests they stimulate a response which contributes to an anti-viral immune defense. (more…)
Proceedings of the Natural Health Research Institute Symposium, “Natural Products – Cost-Effectiveness & Safety of Dietary Supplements“, held November 18th, 2010, are now available. (more…)
