Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. Age related cataracts occur 3.4 years earlier in diabetics and 2.4 years earlier in non-diabetics that are statin users. Cataracts is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision normally afflicting the elderly, but...
Beta-Glucan Fiber May Benefit Metabolic Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In 46 patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, the consumption of 3 grams beta-glucan reduced blood pressure significantly. In other studies on blood sugar levels results were mixed but may be beneficial. Beta glucans...
Brazilian Nut Consumption Improves Health in Obese Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 37 severely obese women, all were deficient in selenium before the study and consumed one Brazil nut per day (one nut provides over 5 times the RDA of selenium). After 8 weeks all were sufficient in selenium and...
Krill Oil Superior to Fish Oil in Fighting Effects of Obesity
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. By the end of 6 weeks, researchers observed levels of triglycerides to decrease by 19% in the krill oil group compared to no changes in either the fish oil group or the control group and 32% higher rate of fat breakdown. The Center...
Physical Exercise Helps Both Mind and Body in Elderly
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. For the researchers, "Physical exercise training leads to improved cognitive functioning and psychological well-being in frail older adults." There are a number specific illnesses that can affect the elderly population, including the...
Trichloroethylene Solvent Exposure May Increase the Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. A study in 99 pairs of twins showed those with six months exposure to trichloroethylene had six times the risk of Parkinson's disease. A recent study of aging participants of the World War II Twin Registry has shown a strong link...
Psyllium Found to Benefit Metabolic Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Psyllium lowered insulin levels by 20% and blood sugar by 22% in a study of 93 patients compared to the control group. Another test showed reductions in blood pressure. The World Health Organization estimates that 1 in 4 people on...
Quercetin Shows Hope in Helping with Metabolic Syndrome
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study with mice on a high fat diet and fed quercetin, there was a 17% reduction in blood sugar and 4% reduction in blood pressure over a control group. Quercetin is a type of plant antioxidant called a flavonol found in a number...
A Bowl of Berries a Day Helps Keep the Doctor Away
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In a test with 1898 women, higher intakes of anthocyanins were associated with lower arterial stiffness. 1-2 portions of berries daily could reduce high blood pressure risk. Recent research suggests that berries are beneficial to...
Review Shows CoQ10 Beneficial for Blood Vessel Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Studies reveal that CoQ10, not only helps maintain healthy levels of cholesterol and inflammation, but may also help blood vessel health. Blood vessel dysfunction, characterized by a decrease in an ability to either constrict or...
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