According to a study published in the online edition of Cancer, an American Cancer Society Journal, Milk Thistle may reduce liver inflammation caused by chemotherapy in cancer patients. 50 children, who were undergoing chemotherapy for acute lyphoblastic leukemia, were randomly assigned to receive either Milk Thistle or a placebo. Chemotherapy drugs are known to often…
According to a new study, daily supplementation of Turmeric Extract may improve blood flow to the brain which is linked to increases in cerebral oxygenation. 12 women and men with a mean age of 70 participated in this small double blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over study. Participants were randomly assigned to receive a high dose of Turmeric…
New research recently published in the Nutrition Journal found Curcumin Longa (Turmeric) helps in lowering C-Reactive Protein Levels (an inflammatory marker) and improved mental health scores in individuals not in the placebo group. 90 healthy but overweight individuals between the ages of 50 and 69 participated in this double blind placebo controlled study. The participants…
Supplementing with Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA) a phytonutrient which is extracted from the South Asian Fruit Garcinia Cambogia,, has been shown to reduce BMI (Body Mass Index), improve cholesterol and increase fat burning. In a pilot study, which was an initial phase of a larger 90 patient study, participants were divided into 3 groups of 30…
A new study found supplementing with Bacopa Monnieri Extract may improve measures of executive functioning and cognitive flexibility in children. Over 100 male children including adolescents were recruited to participate in this double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study. Participants had elevated levels of inattention and/or hyperactivity. The boys were randomly assigned to receive a supplement of Bacopa…
A human study published in Phytotherapy Research found participants using the Gymnema Sylvestre (GS) plant found benefits in blood glucose reductions reinforcing its benefits for Diabetes support. 7 females and 4 males with an average age of 50 years old, participated in this 60 day study. Participants weighed in at approximately 130 lbs and all…
A new study found that supplementing 600 – 900 mg daily of standardized Elderberry Extracts which are rich in Antioxidants, both before and after travel can reduce the severity and duration of colds in individuals traveling by Air. Over 300 individuals traveling by air in economy class flying for at least 7 hours participated in…
A new study found combining the mineral Zinc with Curcumin may provide significant improvements in insulin measures, blood sugar measures and Body Mass Index (BMI) in people who are overweight or obese and who are considered to be pre-diabetic. Over 80 pre-diabetic overweight or obese individuals participated in this randomized, placebo-controlled trial. Participants were randomly…
A new meta-analysis shows that Phytosterols’, mostly known for their Cholesterol reducing potential, may also help support healthier Blood Pressure. 19 clinical trials were reviewed and data was pooled and analyzed. Results showed that Phytosterol supplementation may reduce Systolic Blood Pressure by an average of 1.55 mmHg and Diastolic Blood Pressure by .84 mmHg. These…
When the body is signaling it is under stress it seems to change the way the Gastro Intestinal (GI) system functions leading to stress related digestive problem. A new study looks at how the effects of a Curcumin extract works on Gastro Intestinal symptoms, mood and basic quality of life in adults experiencing digestive issues.…