A fasting-mimicking diet may reduce disease risk factors and reverse diabetes. Public Release: 23-Feb-2017 Fasting-mimicking diet may reverse diabetes Periodic cycles of fasting reprogram pancreatic cells and restore insulin production University of Southern California A diet designed to imitate… Read More ›
Highlights
Vitamin B3 prevents glaucoma in laboratory mice
Public Release: 16-Feb-2017 Jackson Laboratory In mice genetically predisposed to glaucoma, vitamin B3 added to drinking water is effective at preventing the disease, a research team led by Jackson Laboratory Professor and Howard Hughes Medical Investigator Simon W.M. John… Read More ›
Vitamin D supplements protect against acute respiratory infections including colds and flu, according to a study led by Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)
Public Release: 15-Feb-2017 Vitamin D protects against colds and flu, finds major global study Queen Mary University of London Vitamin D supplements protect against acute respiratory infections including colds and flu, according to a study led by Queen… Read More ›
Green tea could have lifesaving potential for patients with multiple myeloma and amyloidosis
Public Release: 6-Feb-2017 The power of tea Engineering team finds compound may halt molecular cause of often-fatal condition Washington University in St. Louis IMAGE: An engineering team at Washington University in St. Louis says a compound found in green… Read More ›
Brain-computer interface allows completely locked-in people to communicate
Public Release: 31-Jan-2017 Completely locked-in participants report being ‘happy’ PLOS IMAGE: This is the NIRS/EEG brain computer interface system shown on a model. Credit: Wyss Center, http://www.wysscenter.ch A brain-computer interface that can decipher the thoughts of people who are… Read More ›
Yeast mutants unlock the secrets of aging
Public Release: 31-Jan-2017 Two Concordia studies identify mechanisms that shorten longevity and can be targeted by natural chemicals to improve health and extend human lifespan Concordia University Montreal, January 31, 2017 — Yeast — it’s more than just… Read More ›
Should gluten-free foods be available on prescription?
Public Release: 10-Jan-2017 BMJ In The BMJ this week, experts debate whether gluten-free prescriptions for people with coeliac disease should be removed. Removing prescriptions for gluten-free products unfairly discriminates against people with coeliac disease, argue gastroenterology experts David… Read More ›
Why high-dose vitamin C kills cancer cells
Public Release: 9-Jan-2017 Low levels of catalase enzyme make cancer cells vulnerable to high-dose vitamin C University of Iowa Health Care Vitamin C has a patchy history as a cancer therapy, but researchers at the University of Iowa believe… Read More ›
Sunlight offers surprise benefit — it energizes infection fighting T cells
Public Release: 20-Dec-2016 Georgetown University Medical Center IMAGE: Sunshine and clouds are pictured. Credit: Georgetown University WASHINGTON — Sunlight allows us to make vitamin D, credited with healthier living, but a surprise research finding could reveal another powerful… Read More ›
Ancient Chinese malaria remedy fights TB
Public Release: 19-Dec-2016 Michigan State University Caption Robert Abramovitch, a Michigan State University microbiologist and TB expert, has found that a centuries-old herbal medicine, used to effectively treat malaria, has been found to potentially aid in the treatment of… Read More ›
Lutein status is linked to cognitive performance across the lifespan
Public Release: 13-Dec-2016 Study links nutrition to brain health and intelligence in older adults University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Psychology professor Aron Barbey, left, graduate student Marta Zamroziewicz, postdoctoral researcher Chris Zwilling and their colleagues conducted a new study… Read More ›
Groundbreaking study sheds light on treating cancer
Public Release: 12-Dec-2016 Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST) IMAGE: Two types of protein modifications (protein oxidation and photo-cross-linking) involved in PDT were characterized by mass spectrometry. Credit: UNIST The new study, by researchers from UNIST demonstrates… Read More ›
Common probiotics can reduce stress levels, lessen anxiety
Public Release: 21-Nov-2016 University of Missouri-Columbia Probiotics, or beneficial live bacteria that are introduced into the body, have become increasingly popular as a way to improve health and well-being. Previous studies have shown a direct correlation between gut microbes… Read More ›
Mulberry extract activates brown fat, shows promise as obesity treatment
Public Release: 26-Oct-2016 New research in The FASEB Journal suggests that rutin extracted from mulberries acts as an activator of brown adipose tissue (BAT) to mimic cold which regulates energy metabolism by enhancing BAT activity Federation of American Societies… Read More ›
Vitamin D supplementation may dramatically extend lifespan
Public Release: 25-Oct-2016 A new look at vitamin D challenges the current view of its benefits Research in C. elegans shows the popular supplement engages longevity genes to increase lifespan and prevent the accumulation of toxic proteins linked to many… Read More ›
Turns out protein quality matters when it comes to building muscle
Public Release: 25-Oct-2016 Internationally venerated skeletal muscle scientist takes a critical look at how protein quality impacts muscle mass and strength gains with resistance exercise Pollock Communications Rosemont, IL, October 25, 2016 – Attention Crossfit®, HIIT, Orange Theory® and absolutely… Read More ›
Folinic acid could help children with autism communicate better
Public Release: 18-Oct-2016 Preliminary study also identifies specific biomarkers that can predict treatment response in children with autism and verbal communication problems Springer Prescription doses of folinic acid, which is a reduced form of a B vitamin known as… Read More ›
DHA supplementation improves cognition in older adults with mild cognitive impairment
Public Release: 11-Oct-2016 Chinese study shows improved IQ with omega-3 supplementation GOED Results from a recent study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease support the cognitive benefits of DHA, which have been consistently demonstrated with doses of 900… Read More ›
Antibacterial and antiinflammatory properties of bovine colostrum
Public Release: 7-Oct-2016 This research article by Dr. Ramesh Yadav et al. is published in Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery, Volume 10, Issue 1, 2016 Bentham Science Publishers Colostrum is a thick, sticky, yellowish mammary… Read More ›
Omega-3 fatty acid stops known trigger of lupus
Date: September 29, 2016 Source: Michigan State University Summary: Consuming an omega-3 fatty acid called DHA, or docosahexaenoic acid, can stop a known trigger of lupus and potentially other autoimmune disorders, researchers have discovered. FULL STORY A team… Read More ›
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