Nutrition

Omega fatty acids could protect women against Alzheimer’s, research suggests

MDLinx Published August 20, 2025 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking Analysis of lipids—fat molecules that perform many essential functions in the body—in the blood found there was a noticeable loss of unsaturated fats, such as those that contain omega fatty acids, in the blood of women with Alzheimer’s disease compared to healthy women. Scientists […]

Low FODMAP diet improves leaky gut in study

July 30, 2025 The GIST Low FODMAP diet improves leaky gut in study by University of Michigan Edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Andrew Zinin In a study, patients with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea, or IBS-D, who went on a low FODMAP diet saw an improvement of colonic barrier dysfunction, commonly known as “leaky […]

Eating eggs can actually lower bad cholesterol, new study says

Published July 29, 2025 | Originally published on Science Alert Latest Over the years, the guidance on eating eggs has been wildly inconsistent, with some studies suggesting that the popular breakfast choice is deleterious to one’s health, while other studies prop them up as an excellent source of protein and other nutrients. Well, a new study adds […]

The Real-World Impact of Vitamin D Supplementation on Inflammatory Bowel Disease Clinical Outcomes

July 22, 2025 Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology Jared A. Sninsky Abstract Background & Aims Vitamin D deficiency is common in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and linked to adverse outcomes, yet the therapeutic role of vitamin D supplementation remains uncertain. We evaluated the real-world impact of vitamin D supplementation on corticosteroid use, emergency department visits, and […]

Vitamin C flips your skin’s ‘youth genes,’ reversing age-related thinning

Published June 26, 2025 The skin acts as the body’s first line of defense against external threats. However, as we age, the epidermis — the outermost layer of skin — gradually becomes thinner and loses its protective strength. About 90% of the cells in this layer are keratinocytes, which originate from deeper layers of the […]

Drinking coffee linked with healthy aging in women

Brewed for longevity: Drinking coffee linked with healthy aging in women Published June 2, 2025 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking Findings from a new study of almost 50,000 women followed for 30 years suggest that a morning cup of coffee might do more than boost energy; it could also help women stay sharp, strong, […]

New herb for memory loss: What is bacopa?

By Julia Ries | Fact-checked by Barbara Bekiesz | Published March 18, 2025 Industry Buzz “Bacopa monnieri, also known as Brahmi, is one of the traditional Ayurvedic herbs that’s been used for thousands of years to boost cognitive function. It’s considered a nootropic, which is a class of substances that enhance cognitive functioning and performance.” […]

Top Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Multiple Cancers

— Even medium adherence to the Mediterranean diet was associated with some level of protection by Kristen Monaco, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today February 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet was associated with a 6% lower risk of obesity-related cancer over 15 years. Risks for colorectal, liver, and kidney cancers were […]

Elderberry juice shows benefits for weight management, metabolic health

Published January 9, 2025 | Originally published on ScienceDaily Top Health Elderberry juice may be a potent tool for weight management and enhancing metabolic health, according to a recent Washington State University-led study. A clinical trial published in the journal Nutrients found that drinking 12 ounces of elderberry juice daily for a week causes positive changes in […]

Dementia Incidence Linked to Inflammatory Foods

— Study assessed diet at three time points over 10 years by Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today December 13, 2024 Key Takeaways Diets higher in inflammatory foods were linked to increased dementia risk in older adults. Risks were higher for both all-cause dementia and Alzheimer’s dementia. The study tracked Dietary Inflammatory Index scores […]

Vitamin K2 for Nocturnal Leg Cramps

November 06, 2024 JAMA Internal Medicine TAKE-HOME MESSAGE This 8-week randomized clinical trial evaluated the efficacy of vitamin K2 for nocturnal leg cramps (NLCs) in 199 participants. The primary outcome of interest was the number of reported NLCs during the week. Participants in the vitamin K2 group experienced a significant reduction in the number of reported NLCs […]

Cranberry, Antibiotic May Help Kids With Recurrent UTI

— Meta-analysis finds one most effective option to prevent symptomatic episodes by Jennifer Henderson November 4, 2024 For children with a history of recurrent urinary tract infection (RUTI), the antibiotic nitrofurantoin and cranberry products appeared to decrease the incidence of symptomatic episodes, a meta-analysis suggested. Across 23 randomized controlled trials involving 3,335 participants, nitrofurantoin took […]

Effects of Lowering Glycemic Index of Dietary Carbohydrate on Plasma Uric Acid Levels

Arthritis Rheumatol . 2016 May;68(5):1281-9. doi: 10.1002/art.39527. Effects of Lowering Glycemic Index of Dietary Carbohydrate on Plasma Uric Acid Levels: The OmniCarb Randomized Clinical Trial Stephen P Juraschek PMID: 26636424 PMCID: PMC5532800 DOI: 10.1002/art.39527 Abstract Objective: The effects of carbohydrates on plasma uric acid levels are a subject of controversy. We determined the individual and […]

Vitamin Deficiencies Common in Children With Nocturnal Enuresis

October 02, 2024 Vitamin Deficiencies Common in Children With Nocturnal Enuresis Vitamin D, B12 deficiencies found to be common TUESDAY, Oct. 1, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Children with primary nocturnal enuresis may have vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency as well as vitamin B12 deficiency, according to a study published online June 10 in Annals of […]

Adherence to Mediterranean Diet, Omega-3 Fatty Acids Beneficial in Acne

July 11, 2024 Reduction seen in inflammatory and noninflammatory lesions, improvement seen in overall quality of life with EPA/DHA  

Effect of Phospholipid Curcumin Meriva® on Liver Histology and Kidney Disease Outcomes in Patients With NASH

July 10, 2024 Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.) TAKE-HOME MESSAGE This study assessed the safety and efficacy of treatment with phospholipid curcumin (Meriva®), a phospholipid formulation with ameliorated systemic curcumin absorption and delivery, in patients with NASH. A total of 52 patients with NASH (a majority of whom had fibrosis and chronic kidney disease) were randomized to […]

A Functional Medicine Approach to Fibromyalgia

Written by Amy Myers, MD It is estimated that fibromyalgia affects nearly 6 million or 1 in 50 people, causing chronic pain, particularly muscle pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, brain fog, or cognitive impairment, depression, and painful tender points throughout the body. Not surprisingly, conventional medicine focuses only on managing symptoms through pain medications and antidepressants. […]

Why Fat Doesn’t Make You Fat! – Dr. Mark Hyman

“The plan you’re putting me on includes lots of nuts, seeds, coconut oil, avocados, eggs, and even some butter,” a patient recently told me. “I can’t shake my fear of fat. I think all this food is going to make me gain weight.” If you can identify with this patient, you’re not alone. Even I […]

Why You Should Ditch Gluten Now if You Have an Autoimmune Disease – Amy Myers MD

The Benefits of Going Gluten-free With Autoimmune Disease Written by Amy Myers, MD Do you have Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Hashimoto’s, Graves’ disease, or any other autoimmune condition? If so, you know your diet affects the severity of your symptoms, and I can say without a doubt that there is one food in particular that can […]

Natural anti-inflammatory agents for pain relief

Omega-3 Fatty Acids (fish oil) 1.5–5g of EPA and DHA per day, taken with meals White Willow Bark 240 mg/day Curcumin (turmeric) turmeric powder 400–600 mg taken three times per day Green Tea 3-4 cups per day Pycnogenol (maritime pine bark) 100–200 mg daily Boswellia (Frankincense) 300-500 mg two or three times/day Resveratrol 50 to […]