by nhri | Jan 11, 2010 | 2009, Fiber, Men's Health, Vitamin C, Vitamin E
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. 1060 adults had a 45% reduced risk of a marker of inflammation for every 100 gram (3.5 oz) increase in fruit and vegetable intake per day. Reduced risks were also seen with vitamin C, vitamin E, and fiber. (more…)
by nhri | Oct 16, 2009 | 2009, Digestive Health, Fiber, Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Written by Diana Gnat, DC. In 275 patients with irritable bowel syndrome, 57% had relief with psyllium, 40% with bran, and 35% with rice flour (control). (more…)
by nhri | Aug 11, 2008 | 2007, Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Health, Fiber
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. In a study with 35 healthy volunteers, a measure of hypertension reduced a marker of inflammation by 13.5% with a standard anti-hypertensive diet and 18.2% when 1 oz of psyllium fiber was added. (more…)