A recent study found taking a daily multi species probiotic could help boost the immune systems of athletes in training as well as reduce their risk of URTI (upper respiratory tract infections). 39 athletes participated in this study which lasted 12 weeks. After the study period, it was found that the placebo group had an…
A 13% reduction in the risk of developing Type-2 Diabetes was seen in individuals who took in more than 500 IU of Vitamin D daily according to data published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Additionally people who had the highest blood levels of Vitamin D (measured as greater than 25 ng/ml) had a…
A new study found drinking a cup of Passion Flower tea could boost sleep quality by around 5%. 41 healthy volunteers between the ages of 18 and 35 participated in this study. The participants were required to answer questions concerning their sleep patterns and their health. They were also asked to keep a sleep dairy…
Improvements in the activity of white blood cells in elderly adults, a group of individuals with a higher chance of infections, may occur with daily supplementation of the Probiotic strain containing Bifidobacterium Lactis. 37 healthy older adults participated in this double-blinded placebo-controlled randomized cross-over study. Participants were randomly assigned to receive a Prebiotic (GOS), a…
A study done in Japan found daily supplementation with the Amino Acid L-Theanine, could help people suffering with anxiety to focus on their daily activities. 18 healthy University students participated in this study. The participant’s anxiety levels were assessed using the manifest anxiety scale (MAS). Students were split into two groups based on their anxiety…
Researchers believe Zinc’s ability to support the immune system in fighting off infections may lie in its ability to shut off and kick start immune pathways. A new study shows the mineral Zinc plays an important role in controlling how the body responds to infections by slowing various immune system pathways. It seems that if…
A new trial implies daily Zinc supplementation may significantly reduce infections in the elderly while improving the overall antioxidant status of this group of the population. 50 healthy male and female individuals between the ages of 55 and 87 participated in this double-blind, placebo controlled study. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either a daily…
According to researchers, Vitamin D supplements could help in boosting a person’s resistance to respiratory infections, like the Coronavirus, and/or limit the severity of the ailment in those infected. An article just published in the Irish Medical Journal recommends adults take 1000 – 2000 IU of Vitamin D daily to see the benefits of increased…
A new alarming trend is appearing, antibiotic resistance, and researchers are looking at ways to stop it. Overuse of antibiotics is considered to be a major cause of antibiotic resistance. Additionally antibiotics can cause havoc on the microbiome of the gut. Researchers are looking at “helper compounds”, non-antibiotic compounds that enhance the efficacy of antibiotics. …
According to a meta-analysis of clinical trial data, the length of time needed in intensive care units was significantly reduced with supplementation of Vitamin C at an average dose of 2 grams (2000 mg) per day. One study reviewed by researchers reported that 35% of patients hospitalized due to acute respiratory infections showed Vitamin C…