New research suggests the nutritional compounds (phytonutreints) found naturally in Red Wine (Tannic Acid-TA) and Green Tea (EGCG-Epigallocatechin gallate) may inhibit the creation of the toxic metabolites that contribute to the progressive loss of function and structure of neurons, including the death of neurons which are seen in Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease. These nutritional…
New research recently published shows an association between reductions in men’s risks of having a coronary heart disease event and higher levels of DHEA. DHEA considered a prohormone is produced in the adrenal glands and declines as we age. Over 2600 men between the ages of 69 and 80 participated in this study. Upon entering…
A new study which points to long term supplementation with Vitamin E improving mental development in infants born with extremely low birth weight has been recently published. Over 250 school aged children who were born with extremely low birth weights participated in this study. The children were divided into 3 groups according to the length…
According to a new study, one in eight older adults from Ireland may be deficient in Vitamin B12 with one in seven deficient in Folate. This study may be of great importance to countries that do not mandate fortification requirements. This data came from the TILDA (The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing). The study found…
According to new research, a link exists between higher serum Vitamin D levels and lower plasma Cholesterol levels in primary school children. Children with serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels above 80 nmol/l had lower LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and total Cholesterol levels when compare with children whose 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels were below 50 nmol/l. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D…
Researchers have found combining Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids and Vitamin D might benefit women who suffer from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is an endocrine disorder which is believed to affect anywhere between 6% and 10% of women of reproductive age. PCOS is characterized by impaired fertility, hyperandrogenism, menstrual dysfunction and polycystic ovaries. There have…
There is a lot of research out there that looks at the connection between brain health and Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids, from cognitive function and memory to PTSD and mood elevation. Here is a recap about the current science on Omega-3: There are many randomized clinical studies that show very clear benefits for Omega-3 and…
Although weight trainers have always said vitamin E was needed for building muscles, until now the reason for this had not been known. New research has shown vitamin E is necessary for repairing a cell’s plasma membrane. What this means is that a cell is not able to properly repair itself after having been damaged…
A new study suggests supplementation with Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in red wine, may provide support for blood vessels against the negative effects of high blood sugar. Early stages of diabetes are found to cause detrimental changes in coronary microvascular function according to data from both animal and cell studies. These changes are linked to…
As a person ages it is inevitable that their vision will diminish. Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), for millions of people over the age of 55, is a more serious condition. AMD is an irreversible eye disease and ultimately leads to vision impairment and even blindness. AMD is the number one cause of blindness and…