Parkinson's disease is a degenerative neurological disorder that has no cure. The symptoms include tremors, a shuffling walk, muscle stiffness, stooped posture, and a mask-like, expressionless face. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a naturally occurring antioxidant that boosts cellular energy production in the mitochondria, the cell's energy powerhouse. CoQ10 levels decrease with age and chronic diseases such as Parkinson's disease. Now a large clinical study will determine if CoQ10 can slow the progression of Parkinson's Disease....Read More
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Parkinson's disease is a degenerative neurological disorder that has no cure. The symptoms include tremors, a shuffling walk, muscle stiffness, stooped posture, and a mask-like, expressionless face. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a naturally occurring antioxidant that boosts cellular energy production in the mitochondria, the cell's energy powerhouse. CoQ10 levels decrease with age and chronic diseases such as Parkinson's disease. Now a large clinical study will determine if CoQ10 can slow the progression of Parkinson's Disease....Read More
Canadian physicians in urban Toronto noticed the prevalence of symptoms of B12 deficiency in patients of South Asian descent (from India or Pakistan) and lactovegetarians.Read More
The swine flu H1N1 virus appeared during the spring of 2009, spreading into the U.S. and then worldwide. Now research reports that the majority of patients hospitalized with H1N1 influenza in the U.S. had underlying medical conditions. The underlying conditions included asthma, diabetes, pregnancy, and heart, lung and neurologic diseases. The study, published in The New England Journal of Medicine, examined data from 24 states of patients hospitalized with H1N1 influenza from April to June...Read More
On October 13, 2009, First Lady Michelle Obama spoke to employees at the Department of Health and Human Services about healthy living. Mrs. Obama's visit to the health agency was to thank employees for their service and to urge all Americans to live healthier, more active lives. The first lady noted that $373 million from the economic stimulus package has been allocated for communities who have programs to reduce obesity. Mrs. Obama expressed concern that...Read More
Diabetes and metabolic syndrome have been rapidly increasing in the U.S. and Europe. The symptoms of metabolic syndrome include obesity (especially around the waist), high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and insulin resistance. Millions of people are at risk for developing diabetes due to obesity and impaired blood sugar control. Now research reports that lifestyle changes resulting in long-term weight loss is twice as effective as drugs for preventing diabetes. The long-term follow-up study is...Read More
The mechanism by which the flu virus damages the lungs has not been fully understood. Plants contain potent antioxidants that counteract free-radicals (unstable molecules that cause damage to cells) and protect against inflammation and chronic disease. Now research reports that antioxidants may help prevent lung damage caused by the flu. "The recent outbreak of H1N1 influenza and the rapid spread of this strain across the world highlights the need to better understand how this virus...Read More
A review article published in Canadian Family Physician (2004;50:993-997) summarized the importance of Vitamin K in the prevention of osteoporotic fractures.Read More
A study published in JAMA this June from the Oregon University of Health Sciences investigated the effects that fish oil supplementation had on the incidence of ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation in participants with an implantable cardiac defibrillator.Read More
Inflammation is associated with aging and many chronic diseases including heart disease and cancer. Inflammatory marker levels including C-reactive protein and cytokines (interleukin-6, IL-1 beta, and tumor necrosis factor) may be higher in older adults. Now research reports that age and chronic inflammation were the risk factors most commonly linked with mortality (death). The study, published in the Journal of Gerontology: Medical Sciences, investigated risk factors associated with dying. A collaboration of American researchers analyzed...Read More
A study published in the June issue of the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine documented the results of the FDA mandated on incidence of poisoning and deaths.Read More
Research suggests that obesity is linked with blood clots in the veins (called venous thromboembolism). Venous thromboembolism (VTE) can be life-threatening if the blood clot breaks loose and travels to the lungs (pulmonary embolism) or brain (stroke). Anthropometry is the study of human body measurement and proportions. Now a new study reports that the risk of thromboembolism is linked to men's waist circumference and women's hip circumference. The study, published in Circulation investigated the...Read More
Recent research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology investigated the possible role that plant sterols may play in the development of atherosclerotic plaques in the carotid arteries.Read More
Gingko biloba is derived from the ginkgo tree, one of the oldest living tree species, existing for more than 150 million years. Gingko contains potent antioxidants (ginkgolides) that neutralize harmful free radicals (toxic molecules that cause damage to cells) associated with the development of degenerative diseases, heart disease, cancer and aging. Studies suggest that gingko supports brain and memory function and cognitive performance. Now research reports that ginkgo biloba may help protect cells from radiation...Read More
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.Read More
In the U.S., about 455,000 women and 410,000 men die from heart disease every year. However, women are more likely than men to die from a heart attack and be hospitalized for heart failure. Experts have proposed that there may be sex differences in heart disease. Now a review reports that up to 50 percent of women with heart disease have ischemic heart disease, rather than coronary heart disease typically seen in men. Ischemic heart...Read More
Green tea is rich in antioxidant catechins (EGCG) and the amino acid theanine. Research suggests that green tea may reduce inflammation and stress as well as prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other chronic diseases. Now research reports that drinking green tea may reduce the risk of depression. The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the association between green tea consumption and depression. Researchers at the Tohoku University in Japan surveyed...Read More
An article published in Canadian Family Physician (2005;51:844-845) discussed cases where vitamin B12 was a safe and effective choice in the treatment of aphthous stomatitis in patients who were deficient in this vitamin.Read More
One in five students worldwide use tobacco products. Tobacco is a major preventable cause of premature death and disease. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 5 million people worldwide die from tobacco use. Now research reports that phone smoking-cessation counseling helped teen smokers kick the habit. The study, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, evaluated a personalized telephone counseling intervention for teen smokers. Researchers at the Fred Hutchinson...Read More
European elderberry (Sambucus nigra) has a long history of being used in traditional medicine to boost immunity and promote wellness. Elderberry is known to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immune-enhancing properties. High in flavonoids, elderberry exerts antioxidant effects that neutralize harmful free radicals (toxic byproducts of metabolic functions) and protect against viruses. Now a research reports that elderberry may be useful in treating viral influenza infections. The review, published in Phytotherapy Research, investigated the pharmacological and...Read More
Green tea contains many active polyphenol antioxidants, commonly known as catechins, which have been shown to lower cholesterol, prevent cancer, and improve fat metabolism. Now research reports that the antioxidants in green tea prevent the formation of new plaque in the arteries without affecting established plaque.Read More
