Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study investigates the mechanisms by which mulberry leaf extract protects against glyphosate-induced brain toxicity. Glyphosate, the most active ingredient in Roundup®, is used extensively throughout the world. It is present, along...
Can DHA Supplementation Lessen the Effects of Football Head Injuries?
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. DHA supplementation during football season significantly decreased the serum level of neurofilament (NFL), a sensitive biomarker of brain cell injury due to head impacts occurring in football players over the course of a football season....
Mediterranean Diet Slows Mental Decline in Elderly
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. A cross-sectional study of 8,035 participating adults (aged 50 years and older) demonstrated that high adherence to the Med and MIND diets was associated with better cognitive function. Cognitive decline leading to dementia...
Macular Carotenoids Improve Stress, Serum Cortisol, and General Physical and Emotional Health
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Supplementing with lutein and zeaxanthin significantly decreased serum cortisol levels and psychological stress in the participating subjects. Converging lines of research have highlighted the relationship between...
Medium-Chain Triglycerides in Combination With Leucine and Vitamin D Boost Cognitive Function in Older Adults
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A daily 3-month intervention with medium-chain fatty acids, leucine and vitamin D significantly improved by 10.6% the cognitive function scores of 13 participating nursing home residents compared to an 11% drop in the 12...
Study Highlights Diet That Changes Fatty Acid Levels in Blood to Improve Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Ten weeks of supplementation with either linoleic or omega 3 diets significantly altered the ratio of linoleic acid to omega-3 DHA of the intervention groups compared to control; however, did not impact mood or emotional states of all...
Reiki Therapy Improves Pain, Anxiety, and Blood Pressure in Patients Undergoing Major Surgery
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Three to four 30-minute sessions of Reiki therapy significantly enhanced pain management and post-operative recovery in knee replacement patients. Reiki is a Japanese-based technique for stress reduction and relaxation,...
Mindfulness Meditation Mitigates Pain Through Endogenous Opioid Pathways
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. This study of 15 mindfulness meditation practitioners suggests an analgesic effect similar to endogenous opioids and may offer powerful therapeutic benefits for acute pain sufferers. Mindfulness is characterized by a...
Sugary Beverage Intake Associated With Preclinical Markers of Alzheimer’s Disease
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study results demonstrated that sugary beverage consumption significantly decreased performance on episodic memory tests and reduced total brain volume in 4276 participants, leading researchers to validate an association...
Aroma Works Through Various Means to Influence Cognitive and Physiological Function After Stress Exposure
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A study of 92 participating healthy adults, demonstrated the effectiveness of lavender aromatherapy in significantly improving post –stress memory and processing speed. Popularized as a therapeutic technique for stress...
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