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 patients with Type 2 Diabetes who are taking statin drugs and supplementing with Vitamin D improves their cardio respiratory fitness as well as muscle mitochondria. 28 individuals participated in this randomized controlled trial. Data from the participants upon completion of the trial showed that participants cardio respiratory fitness decreased by 8.4%…
A 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…
A new study finds that in individuals with a history of hypertension, even the smallest amount of fish oil may reduce blood pressure. Over 300 healthy women and men between the ages of 20 and 70 participated in this randomized controlled trial. Participants consumed either a placebo made from palm and soybean oil or a…
I never took it too seriously when people told me their hair was falling out until it happened to me. I would tell them to try taking a multi vitamin and a hair vitamin and it would stop and they would eventually even see their hair grow back. When hormonal changes and stress started making…
A new study has found that a lack of Vitamin B12 has been linked with serious health conditions in the elderly. The study also found that a Vitamin B12 deficiency is widespread in long-term care facilities, 13.8% of seniors moving in to assisted living arrangements were deficient in this nutrient with more developing a deficiency…