Supplement News Blog FDA Supports Food Labeling For Those With Celiac Disease Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder affecting the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract). Persons with Celiac disease cannot absorb gluten, one of the primary proteins found in wheat and other grains. They also mount an immune response against this protein. Celiac disease is believed to affect more than 1 million people in the US. The primary symptoms of Celiac disease are abdominal pain, diarrhea (often with blood), and slow development (physical). But if persons with Celiac... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on March 29, 2007 01:05 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Calcium Lowers Colorectal Polyp Risk Previous studies suggest that calcium supplementation can decrease the risk of colon polyps. However, the duration of this protective effect had not been studied. Colon polyps are noncancerous tumors that are a precursor to colorectal cancer. Now research reports that calcium supplementation can help prevent the recurrence of colorectal polyps in the long term. The study, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, investigated the association of calcium supplementation with the long term... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on February 26, 2007 03:49 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Prescription Antacids Meds Increase Risk for Fracture Proton pump inhibitors are one commonly prescribed treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. They have been used for almost 2 decades and few studies have found any long term consequences until now. A study released this month in the Journal of American Medical Association found evidence that chronic use of proton pump inhibitors in men and women over the age of 50 greatly increases the risk for hip fracture. Proton pump inhibitors work to... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on December 28, 2006 04:47 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Is Obesity Tied to Digestive Health? New research is continually expanding our knowledge of obesity and the conditions that may predispose one to it. However, there is still a great deal of misunderstanding or ignorance about obesity. A true understanding about weight and why some people become obese eludes researchers and physicians. Recent research has found some relationship between the bacteria in the gut and a propensity for obesity. The study was published in the journal Nature this month. There appears... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on December 28, 2006 02:48 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Fatty Liver Disease In Adolescents Fatty liver disease is a condition that usually affects older individuals who have had long term elevations in cholesterol, poor diets, or have alcoholic liver disease. But in the last decade, both practitioners and researchers are finding more and more adolescents with fatty liver disease (non-alcoholic type). As obesity is on the rise, high cholesterol and triglycerides follow suit. This abnormal amount of fat in the diet and body puts a high burden on the... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on December 27, 2006 11:19 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Unhealthy Diet Increases Colon Cancer Risk Research suggests that a healthy diet is linked to the lowest rates of diet-linked disease and obesity. A healthy diet features a high intake of vegetables, legumes, fruit, yogurt, unrefined cereals, sea products, and olive oil. Dietary patterns which are considered less healthy include the "Western" pattern (potatoes, pizza, pie, sandwiches, legumes, sweets, whole fat cheese, refined cereal products, processed meat, eggs, and butter), the "drinker" pattern (sandwiches, snacks, coffee, processed meat, alcoholic beverages), and... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on December 27, 2006 03:05 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Vitamin D Deficiency and IBD in Children IBD, or irritable bowel disease, includes both Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis (UC). Children with IBD have a variety of health conditions related to poor nutrient absorption. A recent study published in Pediatrics found that these children are at increased risk for Vitamin D deficiency. Crohn's disease affects the upper part of the large intestine, while UC primarily affects the lower part, but can affect the whole large intestine. Both conditions result in damage to... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on December 11, 2006 12:55 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Heartburn Common In Western Countries Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as heartburn, is a condition in which stomach acids back up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation (esophagitis). This leads to a burning pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen and chest. If left untreated, GERD can cause scarring and precancerous changes of the esophagus (Barrett's syndrome) that can progress into esophageal cancer. GERD is the third most common gastrointestinal disorder in the US. Now research reports that... More» Posted by Brad Chase on November 17, 2006 10:40 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) High Sugar Intake and Liver Disease America is experiencing an obesity epidemic. We can see it all around us, as the average waist circumference expands. But what we don't see on the outside can be even more dangerous. Excessive sugar consumption can lead to weight gain externally and internally. A recent report at the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases annual meeting stated that a condition known as fatty liver is on the rise. The report presented evidence from... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 7, 2006 03:41 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Grape Seed Extract Exerts Anti-Cancer Activity Grape seed extract is a powerful antioxidant, disenfectant, and astringent. Previous lab and animal studies have found a potential chemotherapeutic effect on breast cancers and skin cancers. Recently findings were presented in the journal Clinical Cancer Research that support its efficacy against colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the number two cause of cancer related deaths in the United States. Current treatments include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy but depending on the staging of the disease effectiveness... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 6, 2006 02:58 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) New Virtual Colonoscopy As Effective As Traditional At the age of 50 it is recommended that every person, men and women alike, undergo screening for colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the number two cause of cancer related death in the US and the gold standard for detection is the colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is a procedure that involves passing a small camera up through the anus into the large intestine. The camera takes pictures of the lining of the colon and looks for... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 3, 2006 01:24 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Could Irritable Bowel Be Helped By An Antibiotic? Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS afflicts thousands of men and women in the US, though it is more common in women. Treatment of IBS is difficult because of the many factors that can contribute to the symptoms. A new study from Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles has shown success by treating the condition with an antibiotic. The major symptoms of IBS are increased gas and bloating, alternating constipation and diarrhea, and painful abdominal... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on October 30, 2006 12:28 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Heartburn Not Linked With Diet Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the third most common gastrointestinal disorder in the US. GERD, also known as acid reflux, is a condition in which stomach acids back up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation (esophagitis). This leads to heartburn, a burning pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen and chest. If left untreated, GERD can cause scarring and precancerous changes of the esophagus (Barrett’s syndrome) that can progress into esophageal cancer. Although spicy... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on September 25, 2006 01:58 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Excess Air In Stomach Not Cause of Reflux People who suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) cannot blame extra air for the condition according to a study in the August issue of American Journal of Gastroenterology. The study looked at the connection between GERD, belching, and air swallowing in 24 subjects. Each subject had air injected into their stomach and then the occurance of belching and air swallowing was assessed in each as well as the incidence of acid reflux, the key component... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on September 18, 2006 10:42 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Acne Treatment Medication Could Cause Inflammatory Bowel Disease A commonly prescribed medication for acne, isotretinoin, may be causing inflammatory bowel disease in users. This statement was reported in a review this month in the peer reviewed American Journal of Gastroenterology. For the review doctors from the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in New Hampshire looked at all the reported cases of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that were associated with use of isotretinoin. IBD is a common diagnosis for two primary conditions, Ulcerative Colitis (UC) and... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on September 13, 2006 01:45 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Exercise After Colorectal Cancer Treatment Improves Survival The Journal of Clinical Oncology published reports this August that support previous evidence that exercise can improve survival following cancer treatment. These new reports present evidence that exercise following a diagnosis of colorectal cancer can improve survival after a period as great as 10 years. The studies follow in the footsteps of information released several years ago that found exercise improved outcome after breast cancer treatment. In the first study more than 570 women with... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on September 12, 2006 11:50 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Try Some Good Bacteria for Chronic Stress The human body is inhabited by good bacteria that keep levels of other harmful organisms in check. These good bacteria can be taken in supplement form and are termed probiotics, such as Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidus. These beneficial bacteria (or flora) reside in the digestive tract, other mucosal surfaces and on the skin. Administration of probiotics has been shown to resolve flora-imbalance related diarrhea. Recent research indicates that probiotics can also be useful in... More» Posted by Dr. Jennifer Stagg on September 4, 2006 05:11 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Pregnancy Affects Inflammatory Bowel Disease Relapse Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects millions in the world. Both Ulcerative Colitis (UC) and Crohn's disease are severely debilitating and can present with varying degrees of inflammation in the digestive tract. IBD can result in poor growth, malabsorption, and anemia. Serious complications such as bowel stenosis and perforation can result in the need for bowel surgery including removal of all or part of the large or small intestines. In pregnancy there is a shift in... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on August 31, 2006 11:23 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Common Stomach Bug Linked to Vascular Disease Helicobacter pylori (H.pylor) is a bacteria associated with conditions of the stomach and intestines. Individuals who have been colonized by this bacteria can develop several condtions including low stomach acid, peptic ulcers, and gastric cancer. Now research published in the American Heart Journal finds the bacteria may also be associated with vascular disease, or blood vessel health. Investigators in Italy conducted a review of all clinical trials that investigated the association between H.pylori infection and... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on July 31, 2006 12:34 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) COX-2 Inhibitors for Colon Cancer Prevention? Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and the third most common type of cancer which is diagnosed in men and women. Troubling health care providers is the fact that colorectal cancer is a very preventable disease. In 2005 nearly 145,000 cases were diagnosed and over 50,000 people died of colon cancer. Screening and prevention are top priorities for primary care physicians and health policy makers. Controversial data... More» Posted by Dr. Jennifer Stagg on July 30, 2006 06:42 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Waistline Predicts Gallstones Gallstones are crystallized deposits in the gallbladder that can cause inflammation. Cholecystectomy is a commonly performed surgery that removes the gallbladder due to gallstone disease. Waist circumference, waist-to-hip ratio and body mass index (BMI) measurements are used as indicators of obesity. Now research reports that women with abdominal obesity (reflected by waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio) are more likely to have gallbladder surgery to remove gallstones. The study, published in the journal Gut, investigated whether... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on July 17, 2006 02:15 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Viagra Helps Crohn's Disease Crohn's disease is a disorder of the intestine, causing chronic inflammation and weakness of the gastrointestinal tract. The prevailing theory is that Crohn's disease is caused by an overactive immune response which activates the inflammation. Now research reports that Crohn's disease is caused by a weakened immune response, and may be helped with the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra. The study, published in the Lancet, investigated inflammatory responses (white blood cell levels) in Crohn's patients and... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on July 15, 2006 12:28 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Feeling the Heartburn in America It seems that Americans have a greater amount of heartburn than other countries in the world according to a report in the Lancet this June. The report published incidence of heartburn, a gastro-esophageal reflux (GER) related symptom, in Americans and in those in Asian countries. Americans have more than double the amount of heartburn than Asians when comparing daily, weekly and monthly incidence. Results were gathered from more than 30 studies that investigated heartburn and... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on July 11, 2006 03:17 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Abdominal Fat Increases Colon Cancer Risk Our risk for certain cancers may be increased depending on where those extra pounds rest according to a new study in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. The study followed more than 350,000 men and women in Europe to determine which lifestlye factors affected cancer risk. They found that those men and women who carry more abdominal fat may be at increased risk for developing colon cancer. The men and women in the study... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on July 11, 2006 02:58 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Statin Drugs May Aid in Hepatitis C Treatment Hepatitis C is a viral infection affecting the liver that can become chronic. For individuals with a chronic infection, treatment is needed to prevent cirrhosis and cancer of the liver. The conventional treatment regimen for Hepatitis C is a combination treatment with interferon and ribavirin, which is only effective in about half of those treated. For some treatment is completely ineffective and they simply must wait for clearance for a liver transplant. Because the disease... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 30, 2006 02:28 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Drinking Tea Protects Against Gallstones A new study from China proves that drinking tea can decrease the production of gallstones. The results of the study were published in the International Journal of Cancer this June. In the study the rate of gallstones and cancer of the bile duct was compared to the consumption of tea. In previous studies both green and black tea have been proven to lower the risk of cancer and other health condtions due to various compounds... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 30, 2006 12:13 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Drinking Tea Protects Against Gallstones A new study from China proves that drinking tea can decrease the production of gallstones. The results of the study were published in the International Journal of Cancer this June. In the study the rate of gallstones and cancer of the bile duct was compared to the consumption of tea. In previous studies both green and black tea have been proven to lower the risk of cancer and other health condtions due to various compounds... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 30, 2006 12:13 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) High Rate of Infertility After Ulcerative Colitis Treatment Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the large intestine. Individuals with UC will have chronic, recurring bouts of bloody diarrhea due to breakdown of the lining of the digestive tract. They may also have severe anemia due to blood loss and poor immune function due to malabsorption. Ulcerative colitis can be severely debilitating. It definately decreases the quality of life for those who have difficulty managing the disease. For many the condition... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 28, 2006 11:33 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Can Antidepressants Lower Colorectal Cancer Risks? This year (2006), the results of a population based case review found an association between antidepressant use and the risk of colorectal cancer. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on June 26, 2006 01:16 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Introducing Wheat in the Infant In today's world parents are very concerned about food allergies. Perhaps we have become a more allergic society because of all the refinement and processing that goes into making a food product or perhaps it is because many foods are genetically modified and contain high levels of pesticides. What ever the reason, to reduce allergies many parents will introduce foods slowly to their infants, often one at a time to observe for any possible allergy... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 22, 2006 12:47 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Controlling Nighttime Heartburn Nighttime heartburn can significantly affect sleep, work performance, and quality of life. Nighttime heartburn can cause more damage to the esophagus than daytime heartburn and increase the risk of developing other serious conditions, including cancer of the esophagus. During the day, when your body is upright, gravity can help direct stomach acids from the esophagus back into the stomach. However, at night, heartburn symptoms often worsen because gravity can no longer direct stomach acids from... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on June 14, 2006 02:26 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Complications Of Untreated GERD In GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) stomach acids back up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation (esophagitis). This often leads to a burning pain or discomfort (heartburn) in the upper abdomen and chest. If left untreated, GERD can cause scarring and precancerous changes of the esophagus (Barrett's syndrome) that can progress into esophageal cancer. Now research reports that the incidence of esophageal cancer has been dramatically rising. Studies have shown that cancer of the esophagus... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on June 14, 2006 02:17 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Irritable Bowel Symptoms Improved with Cognitive Therapy Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects nearly 20% of all adults at some time in their life. It has been stated that more than 35 million Americans have the condition, with women twice as likely than men to develop it in their lifetime. IBS is closely linked to stress and often conventional treatment has little success. A study was presented in Los Angeles this year at the Digestive Disease Week 2006 that reported improvement in sufferers... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 13, 2006 02:10 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Separating Fact and Fiction With Heartburn Chronic heartburn is one of the defining symptoms for GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), the third most common gastrointestinal disorder in the US. GERD is a condition in which stomach acids back up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation (esophagitis). This often leads to a burning pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen and chest. If left untreated, GERD can cause scarring and precancerous changes of the esophagus (Barrett's syndrome) that can progress into esophageal... More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 11, 2006 08:29 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Men, Smokers, & Drinkers May Develop Colon Cancer Sooner Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths. Routine colorectal screening is recommended for people age 50 and older, since early detection has been shown to improve survival. Now, research reports that colon cancer may start earlier in men, current smokers, and current drinkers. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 11, 2006 07:49 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Food Allergies: Main Cause of Upset Stomach? A study was published in December that documented various gastrointestinal complaints that occur with a positive immunological reaction. Cows milk, as well as other common allergens was examined. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 9, 2006 02:42 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Dietary Supplementation Effective for Hemorrhoid Treatment Hemorrhoids and varicose veins are common conditions that have several treatment options. Now a review finds that oral supplementation, including herbs and bioflavonoids, is an effective addition to hemorrhoid and varicose veins treatment. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 4, 2006 03:27 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Hemorrhoids: Types and Causes Hemorrhoids are classified according to location, severity, and the amount of pain they cause. Find out what the various types of hemmorrhoids are and the symptoms they cause. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 4, 2006 03:04 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Does Diet Influence IBD Onset? A study published in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (2005;11:154-163) showed that certain dietary factors may influence the chance of developing IBD. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 4, 2006 02:54 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Fiber, Water Still Effective Hemorrhoid Treatments A study, published in the journal Rev Esp Enferm Dig (2005, vol. 97, no. 1), investigated if symptomatic hemorrhoids should be treated with rubber band ligation or a fiber and water diet at the first visit. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 4, 2006 02:49 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) MPFF Flavonoids Relieve Hemorrhoid Symptoms Micronized purified flavonoid fraction (MPFF), also known as Daflon, contains the flavonoids diosmin and hesperidin. It has been shown to improve venous strength and function and reduce capillary hyperpermeability and inflammation. Now a study reports that MPFF effectively treats hemorrhoidal symptoms. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 3, 2006 01:47 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Flavonoids and Fiber Supplements for Hemorrhoidal Bleeding A study, published in the journal Acta Chiurgica Iugoslavica (2005, vol. 52, no. 1), investigated the efficacy of diosmin (phlebodia) and psyllium (plantago ovata) supplementation in the treatment of bleeding nonprolapsed hemorrhoids. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 3, 2006 01:44 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Supplements After Hemorrhoid Surgery A study reports that a combination of MPFF with short-term antibiotic and anti-inflammatory treatment more effectively relieves symptoms following hemorrhoidectomy than antibiotic and anti-inflammatory treatment alone. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 3, 2006 01:40 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Gingko Biloba/Flavonoid Combination for Hemorrhoids New research has found that a combination of gingko biloba and flavonoids effectively treats hemorrhoid symptoms in the majority of sufferers. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 3, 2006 01:35 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Glycosaminoglycan (GAGs) and Hemorrhoids In a new clinical study, 40 female patients with hemorrhoids were administered an oral treatment of either 50 milligrams of GAGs (heparan sulfate) or a control drug (oxerutin) three times daily for 3 days. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 3, 2006 01:30 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Can Calcium Lower Colon Cancer Incidence? The New England Journal of Medicine published the results of a study conducted in February 2006 that examined the effects of a seven year supplementation with calcium and Vitamin D on colorectal cancer incidence in postmenopausal women. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 2, 2006 10:17 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Antioxidants Lower Stomach Cancer Risk Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria infection is associated with peptic ulcer and gastric (stomach) cancer. Now research reports that a high intake of antioxidants including vitamins A, C, E, and beta-carotene can lower the risk of stomach cancer. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 30, 2006 07:59 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Selenium for Colorectal Cancer and Polyps Colorectal adenomas (polyps) can be a precursor to colorectal cancer (CRC). Now research reports that selenium supplementation can significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer and polyps among individuals with low selenium levels, or smokers. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 30, 2006 07:56 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Vitamin C and Esophageal Cancer The latest in vitro studies have shown the Vitamin C may improve the clinical response of esophageal cancer cell lines to commonly used chemotherapeutic drugs. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 27, 2006 07:34 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Chronic Nighttime Heartburn According to recent research, more than eighty percent of GERD patients experience heartburn at night. Nighttime heartburn can cause more damage to the esophagus than daytime heartburn and increase the risk of developing other serious conditions, including cancer of the esophagus. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 6, 2006 01:20 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Peppermint Oil for IBS The journal Phytomedicine recently published a review on the use of peppermint oil for irritable bowel syndrome and recurrent abdominal pain in children. The goal of the review was to assess adequacy and efficacy of the research on peppermint oil for irritable bowel syndrome as well as to determine its place in line as a therapeutic choice. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 28, 2006 01:30 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) When Should You Take Dietary Supplements? Your supplement program will be most effective if you follow these simple guidelines. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 16, 2006 11:39 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Popular Probiotic Reduces Symptoms of IBS VSL #3 probiotic combination may prove effective at reducing flatulence in patients with IBS and associated bloating. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 7, 2006 09:36 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Soy Isoflavones and Colorectal Cell Proliferation Various clinical studies have snown that abnormal colorectal cell proliferation (colorectal polyps) can predispose one to cancer development. Due to this research, current trials have focused on treatments that can decrease cell proliferation in the large intestine. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 7, 2006 09:12 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Folinic Acid: Adjunct Treatment for Colon Cancer? Published in the August issue of Annals of Surgery, an investigative study assessed the efficacy of folinic acid or interferon alpha to modulate the toxicity of 5-flourouracil and levamisole for 12 months. Folinic acid is the active form of folate. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 7, 2006 09:02 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Crohn's Disease Abnormal Growth Patterns in Children and Young Adults Many studies have documented the effects of Crohn's disease on growth, development, and nutritional status. The effects of Crohn's disease on lean mass and fat mass in children had not been studied until a recent publication in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 6, 2006 10:40 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Higher Folate Intakes Associated With Colon Health A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the link between folate and certain disease conditions, such as colorectal cancer. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 28, 2006 09:14 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Gluten Free Diet Effective In Celiac Disease A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2004;79(4):669-673) shows that a diet free of gluten containing foods is effective in controlling the classic symptoms of celiac disease, but also improves more vague presentations like nausea and abdominal pain. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 28, 2006 09:03 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Selenium May Reduce Death from Gastric Cancer A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2004;79(1):80-85) shows that higher levels of selenium are related to lower rates of death from a certain type of gastric cancer and esophageal cancer. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 23, 2006 03:19 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Turmeric Valuable in Irritable Bowel Syndrome A study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (2004;10(6):1015-1018) shows that the orange-colored herb, turmeric, reduces abdominal pain and discomfort. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a classic Indian herb, used in curry powder. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 22, 2006 09:58 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Fiber Supplements Decrease Laxative Need in Eldery A study from the New York Methodist Hospital was published this May that investigated the effects of a daily fiber supplement for elderly individuals suffering from constipation and chronic laxative use. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 13, 2006 11:16 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Calcium Supplements Lower Risk of Colorectal Cancer A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (November 2004 80(5):1358-1365) shows that high calcium intake from supplements reduces the risk of cancer of the distal colon and rectum. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 8, 2006 07:56 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Fish Oil, Beneficial for Crohn's Disease? A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of the effect of fish oil plus antioxidants compared with placebo was conducted in 62 patients with Crohn's disease. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 7, 2006 09:19 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Gluten-Containing Foods, Infants, and Celiac Disease A study published in JAMA in May investigated the risk of Celiac disease autoimmunity and in particular examined the effect of timing of introduction of gluten had on risk of disease. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 6, 2006 05:33 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Probiotic Intake and Diarrhea Researchers at the Israel Medical School wanted to test the effects that probiotics have at preventing adult infectious diarrhea. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 1, 2006 11:13 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) B6 Lowers Colorectal Cancer Risk Plasma vitamin B6, or pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (PLP), is critical for DNA synthesis and methylation, factors which may be involved in the development of cancer. Now, for the first time, research reports that supplementation with vitamin B6 may reduce the risk of colon cancer. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 31, 2006 09:59 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Magnesium Linked to Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (January 5, 2005 293(1):86-89) showed that higher dietary intake of magnesium is associated with lower risk of colon cancer in women. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 30, 2006 12:48 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Bifidobacteria Improves Symptoms of IBS A study published in the March issue of Gastroenterology investigated the effects of the probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium on patients with IBS. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 27, 2006 10:11 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Probiotics, Fiber, and Glutamine Decrease Diarrhea in HIV + Patients The Center for Functional Nutrition in Chicago published a study measuring the effects of supplementation with probiotics, fiber, and L-Glutamine on diarrhea in HIV positive patient who were taking HAART and had a history of chronic diarrhea. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 27, 2006 10:08 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Carotenoids Prevent Polyps From Returning A recent study, published in the International Journal of Cancer (2004, vol 112, issue 2), found that high intakes of carotenoids and vitamin A by nonsmokers and nondrinkers on a sensible diet, significantly reduced the risk of adenomatous polyp recurrence. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 26, 2006 10:18 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Turmeric Improves Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms New research reports that supplementation with turmeric may improve the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS); one of the most common disorders in gastroenterology. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 26, 2006 09:37 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Selenium May Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk The study, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (2004, vol 96, issue 22), found that a high level of selenium in the blood is linked to a reduced risk of colorectal cancer. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 26, 2006 09:25 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation May Benefit Patients with Gastrectomy A study published in the British Journal of Surgery in March measured the effects of calcium and vitamin D supplementation on serum markers of bone turnover and actual bone mineral density in the lumbar spine and hip. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 25, 2006 09:06 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Calcium Reduces Colorectal Cancer Risk 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» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 24, 2006 08:47 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis with Synbiotic Yields Positive Results 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» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 19, 2006 07:15 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Zinc Supplementation Helps Increase Immune Response in Infectious Gastroenteritis 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» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 19, 2006 06:50 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Aged Garlic Extract May Be Preventative against the Development and Growth of Colorectal Adenomas A recent study completed in Japan was aimed at determining the effects of AGE on colorectal adenomas (polyps). More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 18, 2006 10:36 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0)

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