Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that supplementation with Ashwagandha root extract in adults is associated with improved cognition, energy, and mood. (more…)
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Participants partaking in the animal-assisted intervention experienced increased brain activity and reported improved feelings of fatigue, stress, and depression when interacting with the dog compared to when at rest. (more…)
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that 85% dark chocolate has a beneficial effect on negative mood states and gut microbial diversity. (more…)
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Supplementing with saffron extract for 8 weeks was proven to improve low mood while boosting quality of life and social functioning in the study participants. (more…)
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study findings suggest that ashwagandha’s stress-relieving effects may occur via its moderating effect on the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis.
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Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Two doses of Sideritis scardica (Greek mountain tea) were capable of improving aspects of cognitive function and mood, specifically increased cerebral blood flow, information processing, memory, and anxiety, in a group of healthy, older adults. (more…)
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study suggests that a probiotic combination of different strains and species of Lactobacillus, Lactococcus, and Bifidobacterium can significantly reduce negative thoughts, specifically for aggression and rumination. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Six months of once weekly music-based multitask training was associated with improved cognitive function and decreased anxiety in community-dwelling older adults, compared to non-exercising controls. (more…)
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Just 14 weeks of supplementation with a modest dose of 75 mg of resveratrol significantly improved cerebrovascular function and reduced cognitive decline in 39 participating postmenopausal women. (more…)
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This study showed that rosemary aroma from the essential oil improved cognitive learning and decreased the amount of time to answer questions correctly. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Study results suggest Zn supplementation may be effective in reducing anger and depression. (more…)
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. In 80 adults with an average age of 75, half had mild brain size decrease (Alzheimer’s disease) and half were normal. Those with low vitamin D levels performed significantly lower on 2 out of the 4 tests given. (more…)
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Discover how this medicinal mushroom has been used for centuries to boost cognitive function, enhance digestive health and promote overall wellness. (more…)
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Participants in the treatment had a 34% and 40% improvement in “non-hay fever quality of life” symptoms at weeks 3 and 6, respectively, compared to baseline (P=0.01). (more…)
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Essential oils, used for thousands of years in aromatherapy, have numerous health benefits. (more…)
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Ocimum basilicum leaf extract (OBLE) was found to reduce the overall severity of menopausal symptoms. The researchers state that OBLE can be considered as a convenient and affordable option, without adverse side effects, for alleviating menopausal symptoms among women. (more…)
In recent years eating disorder occurrence has dramatically increased in teens and young adults. In this interview with Dr. Douglas S. Kalman PhD, RD, FACN, FISSN and Dr. Susan J. Hewlings, PhD, RD, we discuss the crucial importance of supporting eating disorder treatment through proper nutrition and, if necessary, adequate supplementation to fill in nutritional gaps. Plus, we examine the targeting of the supplement industry in proposed and already enacted state bans on dietary supplement sales to people under the age of 18 and the supposed connection of teen supplement use and the occurrence of eating disorders. (more…)
Dr. Susan Kleiner is a globally recognized trailblazer in the nutrition and human performance industry, and her expertise and groundbreaking research have earned her a stellar reputation as a visionary leader in industry. She is the founder and owner of the internationally recognized consulting firm, High Performance Nutrition, LLC, and Dr. Kleiner is co-host of the “Your Food Matters Podcast”. With one foot in the academic world and one in the business world, she authored the best-selling legacy book Power Eating® now published in its fifth edition as The New Power Eating. Dr. Kleiner is also the author of The Good Mood Diet, many other popular books, numerous academic chapters, and peer-reviewed scientific journal articles, as well as featured columns in all forms of media. She has consulted with professional athletes and teams, Olympians and elite athletes in countless sports, including the WNBA Champion Seattle Storm, the OL Reign FC, the Seattle Seahawks, the Seattle Supersonics, the Seattle Thunderbirds, the Miami Heat, the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Cleveland Browns. (more…)
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Discover the causes of leaky gut syndrome and the simple nutritional changes you can make to help heal and support your gut health. (more…)
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM), is a holistic healing system that has been practiced for centuries. It is based on a comprehensive understanding of the human body and mind and its relationship with nature. (more…)
