Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Supplementation with 100mg of pycnogenol improved the number of push-ups by 15% and decreased the two mile run by 10.1% compared to a control group of women. (more…)
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Researchers demonstrate that ginger and ajowan significantly decreases food transit time in the gastrointestinal system. This is especially helpful in the prevention of colon cancer. (more…)
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. There are times when medication is necessary, but from Dr. Massey’s perspective, lifestyle changes yield better and lasting results at a fraction of the cost. (more…)
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Very low toxicity of vitamin E seen in high supplementation given in clinical trials. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Epidemiological data shows that high intakes of anthocyanin was associated with 18.3% decrease in inflammatory proteins and 8.3% decrease in insulin resistance. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a review of 17 studies, research shows that consumption of 7 grams of fiber per day can reduce the risk of cardiovascular and coronary heart disease by 9%. (more…)
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. In a study of 98 cystic fibrosis patients, those with the highest percentile of retinol intake were associated with a significant improvement of lung health. (more…)
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Study showed 300mg of magnesium demonstrated a 5.6% improvement in the severity of cystic fibrosis. (more…)
The NHRI is sponsoring a seminar, “Omega 3 Fatty Acids: Brain Health & Function“ at the 105th American Oil Chemists Society Annual Meeting , held May 4-7, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas. The speakers below will present new research on the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in maternal and child mental health and in adults with dementia. View abstracts below the roster. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a 16-week trial, supplementation with 60IU of tocopherols led to a 28.5% decrease in triacylglycerols (unhealthy dietary fats) and a 38% increase in HDL-C ( good cholesterol). (more…)
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PhD. A recent medical study found that nitric oxide produced locally in the skin as a result of UVA exposure lowered blood pressure. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Randomized placebo-controlled study shows 2 grams of ginger exhibits 23-25 % reduction in pain. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found dietary concerns with sodium, polyunsaturated fats, fiber, and vitamin D intake: 65 % of men and 74 % of women consumed Vitamin D levels below the recommended amount. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a double-blinded placebo-controlled study, individuals with cognitive impairment supplemented with 2000 IU vitamin E functionally declined 18.6 % slower each year as compared to the placebo group. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Cell study suggests that sulforaphane, an antioxidant found in broccoli, may block IL-1, an inflammatory protein present in osteoarthritis. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found that 1080 micrograms of vitamin K-2 caused a 46 % decrease in inactive Matrix Gla Protein, a strong inhibitor of calcification in blood vessels. (more…)
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. In a study with 50 pregnant women researchers found the cause of maternity blues may be due to low tryptophan levels. (more…)
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Double-blind, parallel-group study shows hypertonic saline improved the vital capacity of cystic fibrosis patients by 81 %. (more…)
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. In a randomized, double-blind controlled study, 28 g of Ardeh (or Tahini) caused a 10 % (-15.3 mg/L) decrease in serum triglycerides. (more…)
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. 2 grams of Acetyl-L-Carnitine for 6 months demonstrated a 6.2 % decrease in systolic blood pressure. (more…)
