In this open-label randomized cross-over study, participants were adults experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of depression (scores of 5-19 on the Public Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)). The enrollment in the study covered a period of over one full year. This was done to minimize the number of cases of seasonal depression participating in this trial. The…
A new study using mice has found low Omega-3 in adolescent mice may lead to behavioral problems in adulthood. Using a mouse model which mimicked a dietary deficiency of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids during childhood and adolescence, researchers found significant increases in anxiety and anhedonia (the inability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable). …
Choline is an essential vitamin-like nutrient that is useful for helping the body to maintain optimal health. Only recently has this vital nutrient gained attention for its role in supporting healthy liver function, prenatal development, brain and heart health and athletic performance and recovery. As a matter of fact Choline is the most recent nutrient…
Elderly people with mild cognitive impairment saw significant improvements in both cognitive performance and reduced inflammation when supplementing with 400 mcg of Folic Acid daily for a period of 12 months. Over 150 seniors with mild cognitive impairment were randomly assigned to two groups. One group received daily Folic Acid supplementation (400 mcg) and the…
A new meta-analysis found supplementing with Magnesium may reduce levels of inflammatory biomarkers. 11 randomized controlled trials were used for this meta-analysis which was designed to study how plasma C-reactive protein (CRP) was affected by oral Magnesium supplementation. CRP is an established marker of inflammation and is high in individuals with chronic inflammation. Researchers found…
A new review has found that a reduction in the time spent in the hospital and a reduction in the risk of complications was seen in open heart surgery patients supplementing Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids daily. 19 randomized, controlled trials were reviewed. Reductions of 1.4 days in the length of time spent in the hospital…
A new study suggests daily supplementation with Curcumin (Turmeric) might improve Body Mass Index (BMI), metabolic status and liver biomarkers in people with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). 87 people with grades 1-3 NAFLD (Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease) participated in this randomized controlled clinical study. The study lasted 8 weeks. Participants were assigned randomly to…
A new study shows a reduction in the risk of early menopause when high doses of dietary Vitamin D and Calcium are taken. Early menopause is associated with higher risks for Osteoporosis, Early Cognitive Decline, Cardiovascular Disease and other health issues. Over 116,000 female US registered nurses participated in this study. Individuals between the ages…
A new study backed by Nestle` shows a specific strain of a probiotic, Bifidobacterium longum, helped relieve symptoms of depression as well as alleviating gastrointestinal upsets. Over 40 adults who had experienced Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in addition to mild to moderate amounts of depression or anxiety participated in this study. Half the group took…
New research shows a high quality Chondroitin Sulfate supplements may be as effective as a very commonly prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication for treating knee osteoarthritis. Over 600 individuals with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis were randomly assigned to receive one of three different daily treatments. Participants were then monitored for six months. One group was given an…