A new mouse study has found consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids may stop a lupus episode and possibly the trigger of other autoimmune conditions. The research specifically looked at lung and kidney lesions caused by lupus, an autoimmune condition. 96% of these lung lesions were halted with supplementation of DHA. Female mice who were already genetically…
DetailsA new study has found that mother’s who have higher levels of B Vitamins during pregnancy usually produce children less likely to develop eczema. Almost 500 pregnant women participated in this study. The amount of serum nicotinamide, derived from Vitamin B3, in the participants was looked at for this study. A 30% lower chance of…
DetailsA new meta-analysis of existing research points to Omega-3 essential fatty acids and their ability to help alleviate depression. 13 studies with over 1200 participants were reviewed for this analysis. Researchers found a significant depression reducing benefit for EPA (Eicosapantaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid), the essential fatty acids that make up Omega-3’s. The higher…
DetailsNew research has found daily Vitamin D supplementation may reduce the risk of breast cancer in older women. Over 200 postmenopausal women participated in this randomized, controlled clinical trial. All the women in the study were overweight or obese. Each participant supplemented with 2000 IU of Vitamin D daily. The study lasted 1 year. The…
DetailsAccording to a new study daily supplementation with Pycnogenol, French maritime pine bark extract, may help boost daily muscle endurance, support muscular function and stabilize muscle loss. 64 healthy senior citizens between the ages of 70 – 78 participated in this study. The study lasted 8 weeks. All study participants were assigned an exercise plan…
DetailsAccording to new research supplementing daily with B vitamins significantly increases energy and overall mood in mentally demanding situations, reduces subjective stress and improves general mental health. Two clinical trials studying B vitamins supplementation have been completed and are the first trials ever to use neuroimagaing to examine the effects of vitamins supplementation. Researchers mapped…
DetailsA new study has found that a high dose Co Enzyme Q 10 supplement taken daily may improve wrinkles around the eyes and other parts of the face. 32 healthy individuals who averaged 53 years of age participated in this placebo-controlled randomized intervention study. Participants were randomly broken down into 3 groups: low dose CoQ10…
DetailsAccording to a new study supplementation of Vitamin D may improve fasting glucose levels as well as insulin resistance in healthy adults. 96 healthy adults were randomly determined to receive either a placebo or a Vitamin D3 supplement (420 IU) daily. The study lasted 1 year. Results showed increases in serum blood levels of Vitamin…
DetailsAccording to a new study people taking statin drugs to reduce cholesterol levels may see benefits for reductions in blood pressure and arterial improvements when supplementing with fish oil. 20 Adults with Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), an inherited condition that leads to elevated bad (LDL) cholesterol levels, participated in this trial. All participants were already taking…
DetailsA new study supports the ability of a standardized fenugreek extract (Trigonella foenum-graecum) to reduce hot flashes in postmenopausal women and aid in improving their quality of life. 88 women participated in this randomized, double-blinded placebo-controlled study. Participants randomly were assigned to receive either a 1,000 mg dose of a fenugreek extract or a placebo…
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