New research might bring a frown to even the most heavily botoxed faces, with scientists finding how some of the potent toxin used for cosmetic surgery escapes into the central nervous system. Researchers at The University of Queensland have shown how Botox — also known as Botulinum neurotoxin serotype A — is transported via our […]
To date, there are over 1,500 studies proving coconut oil to be one of the healthiest foods on the planet. Coconut oil benefits and uses go beyond what most people realize. Research has finally uncovered the secrets to this amazing fruit; namely healthy fats called medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), these unique fats include: Caprylic acid […]
Daniel M. Keller, PhD April 06, 2015 VIENNA — Antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), have been linked to an increased risk for first- time seizures in patients being treated for depression, new research shows. Results of a study conducted by investigators at the University of Basel, in Switzerland, showed […]
Effects of Upper and Lower Cervical Spinal Manipulative Therapy on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Variability in Volunteers and Patients With Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled, Cross-Over, Preliminary Study Ni Ni Win, MBBS, PhD Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Volume 14, Issue 1, March 2015, Pages 1–9 Abstract Objective The aims of this study were to […]
3/19/15 With the MIND diet, a person who eats at least three servings of whole grains, a salad and one other vegetable every day — along with a glass of wine — snacks most days on nuts, has beans every other day or so, eats poultry and berries at least twice a week and fish […]
Daniel M. Keller, PhD March 25, 2015 NICE, France — Higher consumption of green tea was associated with a lower risk for dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), even after possible confounding factors were considered, a Japanese study shows. Black tea or coffee did not show the same effect. Researchers led by Moeko Noguchi-Shinohara, MD, […]
Brain Struct Funct. 2015;220(3):1421-36. doi: 10.1007/s00429-014-0734-8. Epub 2014 Mar 5. Edwards IJ1, Lall VK, Paton JF, Yanagawa Y, Szabo G, Deuchars SA, Deuchars J. Abstract Sensory information arising from the upper neck is important in the reflex control of posture and eye position. It has also been linked to the autonomic control of the cardiovascular […]
René Pelletier BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2015, 16:25 doi:10.1186/s12891-015-0480-y Abstract Background Musculoskeletal rehabilitative care and research have traditionally been guided by a structural pathology paradigm and directed their resources towards the structural, functional, and biological abnormalities located locally within the musculoskeletal system to understand and treat Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD). However the structural pathology model does not […]
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Symposium Presented by Affinity Medical Group Post-concussion Syndrome Rehabilitation Strategies in Practice by Cheryl Pitre M.D
Vitamin B3, also called niacin and niacinamide, is an important water-soluble vitamin that can be found in many common foods including certain types of meat and organ meat, tuna fish, seeds, mushrooms, and others. Niacin is a part of the vitamin B complex, along with other B vitamins including Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), and […]
Maylin Rodriguez Paez RN Ashwagandha is one of the most popular herbs in Ayurvedic medicine.Native to Asia, it’s been used for thousands of years for different ailments including insomnia, anxiety, and even sexual dysfunction.Research shows ashwagandha may also have potential in treating Alzheimer’s disease. It clears amyloid plaque, a key feature of the condition. Ashwagandha Reverses […]
March 2015, Volume 59, No. 1 James Donovan, BSc, DC Over the past two decades, clinical research within the chiropractic profession has focused on the spine and spinal conditions, specifically neck and low back pain. However, there is now a small group of chiropractors with clinical research training that are shifting their focus away from […]
Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S. After considerable research it is interesting to bring you up to speed on documented evidence of things which answer the question. “Why is the human brain deteriorating faster than the rest of the body?” There are a multitude of factors and today’s article will touch on a few and […]
— Case-control studies suggest coffee may protect against the risk of MS. by Kristina Fiore, Staff Writer, MedPage Today February 26, 2015 Last Updated December 3, 2015 Filling up on coffee may protect against development of multiple sclerosis, according to findings from two cohort studies. In both studies, patients with the highest levels of coffee […]
February 23, 2015 Pediatrics TAKE-HOME MESSAGE The authors of this study evaluated the risk for clinically important traumatic brain injuries (ciTBI) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) visible on computed tomography (CT) after minor blunt head injury in children in whom isolated headache was the only symptom. ciTBI occurred in none of the 2462 patients who […]
Hartmut Wekerle DOI: https://doi.org/10.4414/smw.2015.14189 Publication Date: 02.10.2015 Swiss Med Wkly. 2015;145:w14189 Abstract Recent clinical and experimental studies indicate that multiple sclerosis develops as consequence of a failed interplay between genetic (“nature”) and environmental (“nurture”) factors. A large number of risk genes favour an autoimmune response against the body’s own brain matter. New experimental data indicate […]
The Many Health Benefits of Cinnamon Cinnamon is a powerful spice that has been used medicinally around the world for thousands of years. It is still used daily in many cultures because of its widespread health benefits, not to mention its distinctly sweet, warming taste and ease of use in recipes. According to researchers, out of twenty-six […]
Date: February 16, 2015 Source: Yale University Summary: Researchers have found that a compound produced by the body when dieting or fasting can block a part of the immune system involved in several inflammatory disorders such as type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease. In their study, published in the Feb. 16 online issue ofNature […]