New research points to Selenium as a means to help women prevent cataract formation if they supplement with this mineral at the beginning of menopause. Data from over 7500 people who received an ophthalmic exam while participating in the NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) from 2001-2008 was reviewed. If a participant underwent ophthalmic…
According to a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, supplementing with Bilberry and Omega 3 for 3 months could improve severe dry eye symptoms in young and middle-aged adults. 24 individuals below the age of 30 and middle aged (over 48) all with dry eye symptoms, participated in this study. Participants were…
A new study found higher blood levels of Folate, Vitamins B6 and B12 were associated with lower risks of Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) in young American adults. Data from over 4,400 adults was analyzed. This data was collected over a 30 year period and used dietary intakes by using validated diet histories at study onset and…
A new study found increasing intakes of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids was associated with better hand grip strength (HGS). Over 18,200 people participated in this cross sectional study. Data was obtained from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey during the time period 2016 – 2019. Information was obtained by interviews, nutritional assessments and…
A new study found supplementing with a Probiotic containing Bifidobacterium longum daily could improve bowel movements and especially stool frequency. 80 seniors over the age of 65 and diagnosed with chronic constipation participated in this randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled, parallel-group study. Participants received either a daily Probiotic or a Placebo. The study lasted four weeks.…
According to a new study, regular supplementation with Curcumin, the phtyonutrient found in the spice Turmeric, may relieve muscle fatigue and soreness in adolescent athletes. Curcumin has been show to have both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and has been used for thousands of years in alternative medicine. Specifically, Curcumin seems to have the capacity to…
A new study found a daily Probiotic supplement containing the Bifidobacterium longum strain, may improve measures of cognitive function like attention and memory in older people. 60 older people who were considered to be healthy participated in this randomized, double blind, placebo controlled study. Participants were separate into two groups. One group received the probiotics…
According to a study recently published in the journal Experimental Gerontology a diet rich in the carotenoids Lutein and Zeaxanthin may aid it reducing frailty risks in older individuals. Additionally declines in age-related musculoskeletal health due to these phytonutrients anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties were seen. Data mined from the first five waves of the TILDA…
Research suggests taking daily enzyme supplements appears to improve digestion as well as the absorption of nutrients. The study utilized a patented computer-controlled gastrointestinal model (TIM) which simulates the conditions of the human stomach and small intestines allowing a true comparison between healthy gastric and intestinal secretions and impaired digestion due to lower levels of…
Olive Leaf Extract may improve the clinical status and decrease the length of hospitalization in patients with Covid-19. Over 140 patients completed this randomized, triple blinded clinical study. Using block randomization, eligible participants were assigned to 1 of 3 groups. Intervention Group A received 250mg of Olive Leaf Extract every 12 hours. Intervention Group B…