Boswellia and Menstrual Cramps

Turmeric Boswellia Blend linked to Improvements in Menstrual Pain

A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine, found improvements in self-reported measurements of menstrual pain with a blend of Boswellia and Turmeric Extract. 60 women with painful menstruation unrelated to any uterine pathology (primary dysmenorrhea), participated in this randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study.  All the women who took part in this trial experienced…

Lutein-Zeaxanthin and Macular

Study Finds Lutein and Zeaxanthin Reduce the Effects of Age Related Macular Degeneration

The devastating effects of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are better reduced with Lutein and Zeaxanthin than with Beta-Carotene or Omega 3’s according to a study of almost 3000 individuals. In an original 2006 AREDS cohort study, participants with AMD were randomly assigned to take Omega-3, Lutein and Zeaxanthin, or a placebo with a secondary introduction…

Soy Isoflavones and Breast Cancer

Isoflavone Supplements May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

An analysis published in the International Journal of Cancer found women who supplemented with a supplement containing Isoflavones, including Soy, Red Clover, Garlic and Evening Primrose Oil for at least five years, saw a 25% reduced risk of developing breast cancer.  These finding were only seen in post-menopausal women. Researchers reviewed data from over 3,100…

Multi Vitamins and Micronutrient status

Multivitamin Study in Healthy Older Men Stresses Micronutrient Status

A new study shows Multivitamin Supplementation in older adults may provide health benefits seen in mircronutrient biomarkers.  Overall, Multivitamin/Multi Mineral (MV/MM) supplementation prevents declines or improves vitamin status while limiting declines in cellular O2 consumption.  These results have important long term implications for immune and metabolic health in healthy older men. Participants in this single-center,…

Turmeric and Post Exercise

Turmeric May Improve Post-Exercise Recovery in Elite Athletes

A new study found improvements in whole body and leg soreness as well as reductions in inflammation markers after Turmeric supplementation. 24 professional male footballers were divided into groups.  One group consumed 1400 mg of curcumin (35 g of Turmeric) twice daily.  The other group received a placebo.  After a 96 hour rest period, subjective…