Brussels Chicory Juice Improves Time to Exhaustion During Exercise
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Participants in the chicory group had a significantly longer time to exhaustion compared to the placebo (men= 8.3% increase, women= 12.2% increase; P<0.001). The conversion of lactate to pyruvate and vice versa play a...
Resveratrol for Cognitive Function, Cardiovascular Health, and Cancer Support
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Resveratrol has emerged as a powerful natural compound with a range of potential health benefits, particularly in the realms of cognition, cardiovascular health, and cancer support. Resveratrol is a natural polyphenolic...
Low Vitamin D Status Is Associated with Vascular Changes in the Carotid Artery
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Sub-optimal vitamin D status is associated with increased glucose (P=.037), insulin (P=0.044), HOMA index (P=0.044), and parathyroid hormone levels (P<0.001). Subclinical cardiac and vascular changes generally occurs in...
Prenatal B-12 Supplementation Positively Associated with Cognitive Health of Children
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Verbal IQ scores were significantly associated with B-12 intake (Beta= 1.08, P= 0.033). Vitamin B-12, which is commonly used for energy, is essential to neural development during pregnancy1,2. Furthermore, vitamin B-12 can...
L-Cysteine Supplementation Improves Bioavailability of Vitamin D
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers observed a significant increase in 25(OH)D availability among participants assigned both L-cysteine and vitamin D versus those assigned vitamin D alone (P<0.05). Studies have shown that vitamin D deficiency...
Lion’s Mane for Cognition, Stress Support, and Gut Health
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. Lion's mane mushroom, scientifically known as Hericium erinaceus, is a...
Carboxymethly-glucan Improves Allergy Symptoms in Adults with Moderate Seasonal Allergy
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). Beta-glucans are long chain polysaccharides found in...
Modified Atkins Ketogenic diet [MAD] Lowers Frequency and Intensity of Migraines
Written Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. At 6 months, patients showed a significant decrease in the frequency (P<0.001), intensity (P<0.001), and length of migraines (P<0.005). Migraines can be attributed to environmental, behavioral, and genetic causes1....
The Association Between Polyamine Consumption and the Incidence of Diabetes
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that higher consumption of the polyamines spermidine and putrescine is associated with a lower incidence of diabetes, while increased spermine consumption is associated with a higher incidence. The prevalence of type 2...
The Health Benefits of Essential Oils
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Essential oils, used for thousands of years in aromatherapy, have numerous health benefits. Essential oils are complex compounds produced by aromatic plants. They have been used for centuries in fragrances, cosmetics, and aromatherapy and...
The Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Cinnamon, a popular spice worldwide, contains bioactive compounds that benefit health. Cinnamon is a spice derived from the bark of the cinnamon tree. The most common species are Cinnamomum cassia, known as cassia cinnamon, and Cinnamomum...
Herbal Extract Shown to Improve Menopausal Symptoms
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...
Salicornia ramosissima Extract Provides Some Benefits to Patients with Minor Stroke and TIA
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers observed significant improvements in cognitive scores within the treatment group when comparing baseline and endpoint scores at 11months (P<0.05). Transient ischemic attacks [TIA] are characterized by...
Diet and Supplementation for Teen Eating Disorders – An Interview with Dr. Douglas S. Kalman PhD, RD, FACN, FISSN and Dr. Susan J. Hewlings, PhD, RD
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...
Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC) for Immune Health, Liver Protection, and Stress Support
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC) is a unique blend of amino acids, polysaccharides, and minerals that have been shown to have various health benefits. Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC) is a standardized extract...
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