A new study found that supplementing with a multi-strain Probiotic and Omega-3 support anti-inflammatory activity which reduces low grade inflammation and lowers the risk of age-related chronic disease in the elderly. 91 individuals participated in this random study. Participants were between the ages of 65 and 80. Study subjects had a normal BMI range (defined…
A new study analyzing the analgesic effects of Turmeric and Boswellia extracts found significant benefits for relieving pain caused by exercise. Usually plant extracts are not considered as a treatment of acute musculoskeletal pain due to delay in onset of analgesia. Both Turmeric and Bosellia extracts are well studied as anti inflammatory compounds and have…
A new study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, found daily supplementation with 5-HTP may reduce body fat mass in both men and women. 48 trained men and women were recruited to participate in this trial. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either 100 mg of 5-HTP or a placebo. Participants did not change…
According to a recent study, Bitter Melon peptides could significantly reduce blood sugar levels in individuals who had not responded to medications. Participants were assigned randomly assigned to one of two groups of 20. One group was given a Bitter Melon supplement containing 600 mg of Bitter Melon. The other group of 20 was given…
A report published in the Journal of Indian Pharmacology details the results of a study using Boswellia Serrata Extract and how Boswellia Serrata Extract was as effective as a selective COX-2 inhibitor in relieving pain due to osteoarthritis. Over 65 individuals participated in this randomized, prospective, open label study. Participants were between the ages of…
A new research study has found the supplementation of Cranberry may boost memory and keep dementia at bay while also reducing bad cholesterol. 60 individuals between the ages of 50 and 80 years participated in this parallel randomized placebo-controlled trial. The study lasted 12 weeks. Half the participants were given freeze-dried Cranberry (equivalent to 100…
A new research study has found the supplementation of Cranberry may boost memory and keep dementia at bay while also reducing bad cholesterol. 60 individuals between the ages of 50 and 80 years participated in this parallel randomized placebo-controlled trial. The study lasted 12 weeks. Half the participants were given freeze-dried Cranberry (equivalent to 100…
According to a past study, GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric Acid) may aid people in falling asleep faster. 10 people with an average age of 37.7 years participated in this study. The participants had a high probability of having a sleep disorder as measured by the PSQI (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index). The participants were given 112 mg of…
According to a new study, a combination of 4 herbals extracts, Soy Isolflavones, Black Cohosh, Chasteberry and Evening Primrose Oil, may significantly reduce sweating and hot flashes as well as enhance mood and improve sleep. Over 100 post menopausal women between the ages of 45 and 60 participated in this randomized controlled trial. The participants…
A new study just published in the Food & Function journal shows consuming 9 grams of freeze dried Cranberry powder which is equivalent to taking in 100 grams of fresh Cranberries, improved blood vessel function in healthy men in one month. 45 healthy men participated in this double-blind, parallel-group, randomized controlled study. Participants were given…