Selenium and Cataracts

Selenium May Prevent Cataracts in Menopause

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…

Omega-3 and Muscle Strength

Increased Omega-3 Intake Associated with Better Muscle Strength in Less Healthy Population

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…

Probiotics and Constipation in the Elderly

Probiotic Intake Improves Bowel Movement in Elderly with Chronic Constipation

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.…

Curcumin and Muscle Damage

Curcumin Supplementation May Reduce Post-Exercise Muscle Damage in Adolescent Athletes

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…

Probiotics and Cognition

Probiotic May Boost Cognitive Function in Healthy Older People

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…

Lutein and Muscle Loss

Lutein and Zeaxanthin May Improve Musculoskeletal Health and Reduce Frailty Risk

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…