Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Early life exposure to household pet dogs may lessen the risk of developing schizophrenia. Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder carry worldwide morbidity and mortality, with genetic influences differing greatly among different populations 1....
High Carbohydrate Diets may Contribute to Insomnia
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study suggest that a diet of high-glycemic index foods could be a risk factor for insomnia in postmenopausal women. Insomnia plays a critical role in our lives in that it can affect our work productivity and quality of life, increase...
Are Sleep Patterns and Genetics Linked to Cardiovascular Disease?
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. In a large prospective study, a healthy sleep pattern was associated with reduced risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD), coronary heart disease (CHD), and stroke among participants with varying levels of genetic risk. Studies have shown...
Sleep Quality is Linked to Anxiety Disorders
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study suggests that insufficient sleep increases anxiety levels while deep sleep helps to reduces stress. Sleep deprivation is a recognized symptom of anxiety disorders 1 and has been linked to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),...
Ashwagandha May Alleviate Anxiety and Depression in Schizophrenic Individuals
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study results suggest that Withania somnifera extract may treat a broad spectrum of symptoms in exacerbated schizophrenia. Although schizophrenia is most saliently characterized by symptoms of hallucination and delusion,...
Nepalese Pepper Extract Improves Cognition and Cerebral Blood Flow
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Supplementation with Zanthoxylum armatum DC. ZA extract, rich in hydroxy α-sanshool, significantly improved the processing speed of cognitive tasks. Traditionally known as Nepalese or Timur pepper, Zanthoxylum armatum DC....
Ginger Treatment for Acute Migraine Headache
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. The addition of ginger to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be beneficial as an adjunct treatment for migraine. Approximately 12% of the Western world ‘s population suffer from migraine headache 1 with 53% requiring bedrest 2 and ...
Herpes Virus 6A Infection Increases Multiple Sclerosis Risk
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study demonstrates that an increased serological response against human herpesvirus 6A is associated with risk for multiple sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a typically progressive disease characterized by central nervous system...
Antibiotic Use Increases Parkinson’s Disease Risk
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Excessive antibiotic exposure is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. While the cause of Parkinson’s disease (PD) remains unknown, environmental and genetic factors may play an active role in its pathogenesis. Known...
Biomarkers Link Acetaminophen Use to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Offspring
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Maternal acetaminophen biomarkers were specifically associated with increased risk of ADHD diagnosis in offspring. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that has risen significantly in the U.S....
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