Previous cell studies suggest that curcumin and phenethyl isothiocyanate (PEITC) have anti-cancer effects. Curcumin (Curcuma longa) is a curry spice also known as turmeric and PEITC is. An in vivo study reports that curcumin and PEITC, a natural vegetable compound derived from cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage (alone or in combination), can help prevent and treat prostate cancer. More»
A recent paper published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reviewed the antioxidant action of cocoa, and its potential benefit for cardiovascular disease prevention. More»
The placebo-controlled, double-blind study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2005, vol 81, issue 2), found that fish oil supplements may actually reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death. More»
The study, published in the American Journal of Epidemiology (2004, vol 160, issue 9), found that multivitamin use prior to pregnancy can reduce the risk of delivering preterm. More»
Best known for keeping bones strong, calcium is the body's most abundant mineral. Calcium is now also being studied for its role in colon cancer prevention. More»
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (January 19, 2005293(3):320-329) examined the relationship between folate intake and one's risk for developing hypertension. More»
The International Journal of Dermatology published a study in March 2005 that attempted to demonstrate the protective effects of Vitamin E on retinoid toxicity. More»
A study published in the May issue of Opthalmologica tested the efficacy of a combination treatment for ARMD. More»
A study published in the July issue of the Journal of Nutrition measured the effect a multivitamin supplement had on high blood pressure in HIV+ women. More»
The Journal of Rheumatology published a study in its July issue that examined the effect that dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) has on symptoms of fibromyalgia. More»
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition conducted by Harvard Medical School examined the relationship between essential fatty acid intake and incidence of community-acquired pneumonia in men. More»
A study published in the European Journal of Dermatology in May investigated the effects of zinc gluconate both in patients with active acne and in the lab against more than 40 common strains of bacteria associated with acne. More»
The study published in the December issue of the Journal of Rheumatology documented the effects of a low dose of folate in patients with rheumatoid arthritis being treated with methotrexate. More»
An Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children, published in May, examined the effects that maternal diet had on the blood pressure in the children. More»
A study published in the March issue of the Journal of Nutrition examined the effects of micronutrient supplementation in infants, age 6-12 months. More»
The study looked at the relationships between dietary intake of iron and zinc and cardiovascular disease risk in women who consume more than 10g of alcohol per day. More»
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in January compared the outcomes of weight loss and cardiac risk factors among the popular diets. More»
A recent study was conducted to determine the possible mechanisms of Serenoa repen's action on the prostate in men with BPH. More»
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition this year looked at supplementing zinc in children with shigellosis, a form of gastroenteritis caused by the organism Shigella flexneri. More»
Current research reports that the polyphenols in green tea may reduce the risk of liver disease and damage. More»
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) has been shown to reduce body fat and increase lean body mass in short-term trials with small numbers of subjects. More»
A recent study published in the February issue of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition investigated the effects that dark chocolate has on insulin sensitivity and blood pressure in healthy individuals. More»
A recent study completed in Japan was aimed at determining the effects of AGE on colorectal adenomas (polyps). More»
In a study published in the December issue of Archives of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, the authors examined both the safety and efficacy of Butterbur for allergic rhinitis More»
The study measured the levels of Vitamin B12 in the serum as well as dietary intake of Vitamin B12; published in December 2004 in the Journal of Nutrition. More»
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition measured the effects of long-term supplementation on females from childhood to young adult hood. More»
Results taken from study showed that the intake of soy caused a positive effect on bone mineral density and provided protection against the development of osteoporosis. More»
A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition was aimed at determining the mechanism and compounds in rice bran that may be responsible for the cholesterol lowering effects. More»
A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluded that individuals who smoke cigarettes might have an increased requirement for Vitamin E and Vitamin C. More»
A Japanese study compared the rate of fractures in elderly individuals who had suffered a stroke; published in the March 2005 issue of JAMA. More»
The Initial Heart Outcomes Prevention Trial (HOPE) was aimed at determining the effects that long term Vitamin E supplementation would have in patients with known vascular disease and diabetes. More»
A study carried out at the University of Dundee investigated the effect of altering the microflora using a synbiotic of Bifidobacterium and Synergy 1 on active Ulcerative Colitis. More»
Plant Sterol/Stanol enriched margarine effectively lowers blood lipids in patients with Hyperlipidemia when combined with dietary recommendations: More»
A Japanese study published in the December issue of Phytotherapy Research measured the effects of oral grape seed extract on cholasma in women. More»
A study from Italy published in the May issue of Tumori investigated the effects of acetyl-l-carnitine on peripheral neuropathy in patients undergoing chemotherapy. More»
A study comparing the effects of an extract of St. John's Wort to Paroxetine, a commonly prescribed antidepressant was carried out in Germany. More»
The February issue of Phytotherapy Research discusses a study that measures the efficacy of saffron for the treatment of mild to moderate depression. More»
A study published in the online Nutrition Journal of BioMed Central in February looked at the effect of Omega 3 Fatty acid supplementation in individuals with Bipolar disorder. More»
A recent study published in the online journal BMC Psychiatry looked at SAM-E (S-Adenosylmethionine) as a possible treatment option for persons living with HIV. More»
The American Cancer Society estimates that about 1.4 million Americans will be diagnosed with cancer in 2006. Many cancer patients experience nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy. The marijuana drug Cesamet treats nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy in cancer patients who don't effectively respond to conventional anti-nausea treatments. In 1985 the FDA first approved Cesamet, made by Eli Lilly and Company, but the drug was discontinued in 1989. Valeant Pharmaceuticals International bought Cesamet from... More»
A large clinical trial sponsored by the National Cancer Institute will tell whether women with breast cancer will benefit from chemotherapy prior to initiating the grueling series of treatments. The study, referred to as TAILORx (Trial Assigning Individualized Options for Treatment), will enroll 10,000 women with breast cancer at more than 900 institutions across the United States and Canada. OncotypeDXTM (a diagnostic test developed by Genomic Health, Inc., in Redwood, Calif., in collaboration with the... More»
In 2002, researchers first began studying "Germs in the Workplace", measuring the presence of bacteria and viruses in offices. Previous "Germs in the Workplace" surveys have found that office phones, desks, computer keyboards and computer "mice" are top spots for bacteria to thrive. Findings also revealed that a virus-infected worker can leave viruses on every surface they contact, with viruses surviving for up to three days. Now the latest "Germs in the Workplace" study has... More»
Lyme Disease is named for a town on the coast of Connecticut where a large cluster of cases occurred and the causative agent, a bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi, was discovered. Lyme Disease is transmitted while being bitten by certain species of ticks (mostly the blacklegged tick, also known as the deer tick) that carry this type of bacteria. The first sign of infection is erythema migrans, a circular rash, that occurs in most people within... More»
Vitamin D is widely known as an essential nutrient for bone density. However, there has been conflicting evidence of whether it is useful for prevention of fractures. More»
The randomized, controlled study, published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (2004, vol. 114, no. 4), measured the effects of omega-3 fatty acids supplementation and house dust mite allergen avoidance in children with a family history of asthma. More»
The yellow curry, curcumin (Curcuma longa), has been found to reduce inflammation and boost antioxidant activity. Now research reports that curcumin may also reduce the risk of brain lesions associated with Alzheimer's disease (AD).
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S-adenosyl methionine (SAMe), a naturally occurring physiological agent in the body, has been shown to have anti-arthritis effects in comparison studies with Non Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). Now, a comparison study with a cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor (celecoxib or Celebrex) reports that SAMe supplementation is equally effective in relieving osteoarthritis knee pain. More»
Cognitive decline may be affected by both the elevation of homocysteine in the blood and by decreased dietary intake and blood concentrations of folate, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12. More»
A study published in the March issue of the Journal of Pediatrics looked at the effects of adding LGG to the standard treatment of lactulose. More»
A study published in the April issue of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition investigated the intake of dietary iodine in children from five different continents; aiming to study the effects of iodine consumption on the total volume of the thyroid gland. More»
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reviewed the effects of the various forms of Vitamin E, both tocopherols and tocotrienols, on Alzheimer's and cognitive decline. More»
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