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…

Omega 3 prenatal

Maternal Intake of Fish, Omega-3s and Omega-6s Linked to Child Neurodevelopment

A new large scale review recently published in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition reported significant differences in children whose mother’s consumed large amounts of Fish and Omega-3s in comparison to mothers that did not.  Prior observational studies have established some evidence that taking Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) during pregnancy might be beneficial to…

ALA and Muscle Recovery

Alpha Lipoic Acid Cuts Muscle Damage, Boosts Recovery

A new study has found supplementing with Alpha Lipoic Acid aids in maintaining muscle strength after hard training. 17 participants who were familiar with strength training were recruited for this placebo controlled, double blinded crossover study.  The protocol for this study required a hard set of strength training exercise followed by the supplementation of 150…

Elderberry and Virus

Elderberry Minimizes and Inhibits Flu Virus Multiplication

A new study has found how the Elderberry Fruit might aid in the fight against Influenza.  The study showed compounds derived from Elderberries could directly stop the entry and replication of the virus in human cells.  They also found that Elderberry can support a person’s immune response to the Flu virus. Elderberry’s Flu-Fighting properties have…

Melatonin and Immune

Immune Function, Inflammation and Melatonin

Melatonin, which we typically associate with the regulation of circadian rhythms, has actually been shown to improve many markers of pulmonary inflammation and lung function.  It is actually one of our most basic protective antioxidants.  So in addition to regulating our sleep cycle, Melatonin has also been found to impact our metabolism, brain health, bone…