Phytosterols and Blood Pressure

Meta-Analysis Supports Phytosterols’ Potential Blood Pressure Benefits

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…

High Blood Pressure and Probiotics

Probiotics Can Improve Blood Pressure: 9-Study Review

According to a research review published in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension, long term Probiotic supplementation may control Blood Pressure. Over 540 adults with either normal or elevated Blood Pressure participated in the 9 studies reviewed by these researchers.  The analysis of the study results found Probiotic supplementation reduced Systolic Blood Pressure (top number)…

Fish Oil and Osteoarthritis

Fish Oil Shows Potential to Alleviate Joint Health Burden

A recent study found daily supplementation with Omega 3 may aid in easing the pain associated with Osteoarthritis in overweight and obese older adults. Over 150 sedentary adults between the ages of 50 and 80 participated in this randomized, double-blind, 2×2 factorial, placebo-controlled intervention. Participants were randomly assigned to be in one of following four…

B Vitamins-Omega-3 and Cognitive Impairment

Cognition and Ageing: B Vitamins, Omega-3 Intake Reduces Decline in East Asian Elderly

A new meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCT’s) found supplementing with Omega-3, EPA and DHA, could reduce Cognitive Decline in the elderly even more so for individuals already suffering from mild Cognitive Impairment. The meta-analysis included 18 RCT’s.  5 types of intervention were assessed: Micronutrient Supplementation Essential Fatty Acids Supplementation Chicken Essence Supplementation Nutraceuticals Nutritional…

Curcumin and Muscle Soreness

Short Term Curcumin Supplementaton May Reduce Muscle Soreness After Exercise

According to a new study, ten days of pre and post exercise Curcumin supplementation was associated with reductions in muscle soreness without affecting muscular power when compared to a placebo. Over 20 people (men and women) in their early 20’s participated in this study.  Participants were randomly assigned to receive either 500 mg of Curcumin…