Multi Vitamins and Brain Health

Multivitamins May Boost Memory and Slow Cognitive Decline in Older People

A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found supplementing with a Multivitamin daily may improve memory performance by approximately 3.1 years in older adults compared to a placebo. 3500 participants age 60 and above were randomized to receive either a daily Multivitamin supplement or a placebo.  The study lasted 3 years. …

Ginger and Colon Health

Ginger Supplement May Reduce Colon Inflammation and Cancer Risk

According to research published in the journal Cancer Prevention Research, Ginger’s anti-inflammatory properties could play a role in reducing inflammation in the colon and possibly reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer. 30 individuals were assigned to take a supplement containing 2 grams of Ginger root extract or a placebo daily.  The study lasted 28…

Curcumin and Immune

Curcumin May Reduce Common Cold Symptoms

According to a new study, supplementation with Curcumin (Turmeric) may reduct the duration of common cold symptoms. 99 healthy adults participated in this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study which lasted for 12 weeks.  The primary outcome of this study was the cumulative number of days a participant experienced common cold symptoms.  Immunity, inflammatory measures, liver function…

Curcumin and Weight Loss

Meta Analysis Support Curcumin’s Weight Management Potential

A new review of a meta-analysis published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition of studies performed with Curcumin (Turmeric) shows weight management may be a new benefit associated with Curcumin supplementation. This new systematic umbrella review and updated meta-analysis of RCTs (randomized controlled trials) evaluated the effects of 3 types of Curcumin formulations.  14…

Sleeplessness and Stroke Risk

Sleep Problems Increase Risks of Strokes

According to a new study recently published in the online issue of Neurology, individuals with sleep problems are more likely to have a stroke.  Actually the study found this was the case for almost every sleep issue that was studied.  Both sleeping too little and sleeping too much was associated with stroke risk increases.  Participants…