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02/14/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Nutrients and brain health: Which ones are great for improving mental health?

An increasing number of studies suggest that supplementation with a combination of micronutrients benefits people with mental health issues. The results of randomized controlled trials show that vitamin and mineral supplements are effective alternative medications for people with psychiatric conditions. According to experts, supplementation allows people to meet their daily nutritional requirements, which helps ensure optimal brain functioning. […]

02/13/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

How can nutrients help with dermatitis?

A person’s nutritional status affects his body’s immune function. Scientific evidence of this has sparked interest in the possible role dietary factors play in the pathogenesis of skin conditions like atopic dermatitis (AD). While food allergies and elimination diets have been studied in relation to atopy — a genetic tendency to develop allergic diseases — the impact […]

02/13/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Australian researchers mull over dietary guideline improvements

Researchers from Australia, Finland and the U.K. sought to improve dietary guidelines by taking age and sex into account. Their report on a new Dietary Guidelines Index (DGI) was published in the journal Nutrition Research. The researchers believe that measuring diet quality over time is important due to its impact on health. To their knowledge, a […]

02/11/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

2-in-1: Pregnant women who get enough vitamin D extend nutritional benefits to their babies

Having a low vitamin D status is common among newborn infants. According to studies, maternal vitamin D deficiency is a major risk factor for this because neonates rely solely on maternal-fetal transfer of vitamin D. Vitamin D is essential for the healthy growth and development of infants. This nutrient plays a role in bone metabolism, as […]

02/10/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Boosting iron levels in women with endometriosis linked to positive outcomes

The development of endometriosis, particularly the possible involvement of free radical-mediated oxidative damage in the peritoneal fluid, is of great interest to researchers. However, findings regarding this subject remain inconsistent. To address this, researchers from the Medical University of Lublin in Poland decided to investigate iron metabolism markers and their influence on oxidative stress parameters in the peritoneal fluid […]

02/06/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Women with endometriosis more likely to experience disrupted iron metabolism

Researchers from the Medical University of Lublin in Poland investigated iron metabolism markers and their influence on oxidative stress parameters in the peritoneal fluid of women with endometriosis. Their findings were published in the journal Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine. The role of peritoneal fluid free radical-mediated oxidative damage in the pathogenesis of endometriosis is […]

01/27/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Effects of long-term micronutrient consumption for improving psychiatric symptoms

Researchers from New Zealand conducted investigated the safety of two commercially available broad-spectrum micronutrient fomulas, administered at doses above the Recommended Dietary Allowances, for the long-term treatment of individuals with psychiatric symptoms. Their findings were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Numerous studies have documented the efficacy of micronutrient (vitamins and minerals)-based interventions […]

01/27/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers examine role of micronutrients in atopic dermatitis

Researchers from the University of California, Davis and the University of Arizona conducted a systematic search to evaluate the role of oral micronutrients in atopic dermatitis (AD). Their review was published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. The pathophysiology of AD involves a complex interplay between immune system dysfunction, genetics and environmental factors. Because nutritional status influences immune function, scientists are […]

01/03/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Edible seaweed is packed with iodine for improved thyroid health

Seaweed is a type of alga that grows in the sea. Not only is it a food source for some forms of marine life, it also serves as a source of nutrition for humans. Seaweed is known for containing high amounts of iodine, an essential mineral used by the body to produce thyroid hormones. These […]

12/30/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

How does TCM diagnose and treat indigestion?

Functional dyspepsia (DP) is a term used to refer to symptoms which affect the gastrointestinal tract. Although these symptoms are fairly common and are also associated with other diseases, they fall under FD when they have no apparent cause. According to studies, about 15 to 30 percent of the world’s population is affected by this gastrointestinal disorder. […]

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