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Miscellaneous · September 30, 2012
COFFEE MODIFIES GI HORMONE EXCRETION AND GLUCOSE TOLERANCE – (10-15-03)
Coffee acutely modifies GI hormone secretion and glucose tolerance: glycemic effects of chlorogenic acid and caffeine. For me, coffee falls into the “everything in moderation” category (incidently, broccoli and other…
Insulin · September 30, 2012
CLA ABILITY TO ENHANCE INSULIN SENSITIVITY AND PREVENT CANCER – (10-15-03)
Conjugated Linoleic Acid: Regulation of Adiposity and Insulin Sensitivity CLA has gotten quite a bit of press over the past few years in regards to its ability to enhance insulin sensitivity and prevent certain types of…
Heart Disease · September 30, 2012
BLOOD PRESSURE DAMAGES CELL LYING IN ARTERIES – (09-24-03)
High Pressure Induces Superoxide Production in Isolated Arteries Wow! This article suggests that increased blood pressure alone is enough to start a cascade of damage in the cells lining the arteries. Increased…
Anti Aging Truths · September 30, 2012
BALANCE BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN ELDERLY PEOPLE IS NECESSARY – (10-15-03)
Vibrating insoles and balance control in elderly people I must admit I was pleasantly surprised at this study. Considering that a large proportion of our proprioceptive input (our sense of “where we are” in space) comes…
Arthritis · September 30, 2012
ASPIRIN ACCELERATE DAMAGE TO LINING OF GI TRACT – (10-01-03)
Interaction of a selective COX-2 inhibitor w/ aspirin and NO-releasing aspirin in the human gastric mucosa The dominoes of the newest wonder-drug for arthritis pain continue to fall. They don’t mention on those…
Depression · September 30, 2012
ANTIDEPRESSANTS USAGE MAY RESULT IN WEIGHT GAIN – (10-01-03)
Depression in Association With Severe Obesity I have yet to have a new patient come into my office who was told to use lifestyle changes to address their depression. All were offered antidepressants with very few cases…
Arthritis · September 30, 2012
ABILITY OF GALT IN GUT REGULATES ENTIRE IMMUNE SYSTEM – (09-01-03)
Normal intestinal microbiota in aetiopathogenesis of rheumatoid arthrits There has been much theory in the past about an infectious etiology for RA and this article further supports the idea that an improper response to…
Strengthen Your Immune System · September 29, 2012
TNF-ALPHA REGULATES IMMUNE SYSTEM AND FIGHTS CANCER CELLS – (05-29-03)
Up regulation of TNF-alpha, interferon gamma in ankylosing spondylitis during treatment with etanercept This article really raises some concern with me (beyond my previous level of concern over this class of drugs)…
Environmental · September 29, 2012
Teflon Coating and the Heart: Sticks to Your Blood Vessels
We live in a chemical soup made up of fragrances, flame retardants, pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, particulate matter and Teflon coating. 98% of us have even detectable levels of a compound called perfluorooctanoic…
BPH · September 29, 2012
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DRIED MILK CONSUMPTION AND ELEVATED BP – (06-09-03)
Infant nutrition and blood pressure in early adulthood. There have been numerous stories lately about the impact the beginning of our lives have on our long term health. This article finds a relationship between dried…
Breast Cancer · September 27, 2012
Role of isoflavones on estrogen metabolism in premenopausal women – (03-28-02)
Role of isoflavones on estrogen metabolism in premenopausal women The author of this study concludes that soy products may be an important tool for breast cancer reduction. Remember, however, that nature gave us soy…
Healthy Kids · September 27, 2012
Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids past 6 wks of age – (03-28-02)
Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids past 6 wks of age The main findings in this article have to deal with the development of visual acuity in infants beyond 6 weeks of age. I know I typically consider the prenatal…
BPH · September 27, 2012
Intakes of energy, macronutrients & risk of BPH – (03-28-02)
Intakes of energy, macronutrients & risk of BPH The article takes a close look at nutrient intake and its impact on prostatic enlargement. The results show that oxidative stress play a role. That would mean that intake…
Heart Disease · September 27, 2012
Improved Cardio After 6 Months Resistance Exercise in Elderly – (03-28-02)
Improved Cardio After 6 Months Resistance Exercise in Elderly The days of viewing the elderly as “frail” and avoiding resistance training is long over. The benefits of weight/resistance training in the elderly is just…
Alzheimer's · September 27, 2012
Help Improve Memory and Concentration: What You Need to Know
Everyone wants their brains to function until 100. Protecting our brain is not a passive process; it takes work to help improve memory and concentration. I have all but made it a mantra to describe the diabetic…
Allergies · September 27, 2012
Allergy to soy and extensively hydrolyzed whey formula in infants – (03-28-02)
Allergy to soy and extensively hydrolyzed whey formula in infants As much as I am against dairy, I am not strongly in support of soy formula for infants either. Breastfeeding is unquestionably the best source of…
Chiropractic Care · September 26, 2012
MRI for Back Pain: Which Back Pain Doctor Uses the Evidence?
Everyone wants an MRI for back pain. Society teaches us that more information is better, but which type of back pain doctor actually uses MRIs most effectively? In interests of full disclosure…I’m a chiropractor. But…
Diet Choices for Your Best Health · September 26, 2012
Hydrogenated, saturated fat on immune and inflammatory responses – (03-25-02)
Hydrogenated, saturated fat on immune and inflammatory responses Hydrogenated oils are one of those classes of fats that many patients are unaware of. Many fats are liquids are room temp which would make them unsuitable…
Diabetes (Type 2) · September 25, 2012
How To Prevent Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in 8 Easy Steps
Being diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus almost guarantees you will be diabetic in the future, so you need to know how to prevent gestational diabetes. To put things in perspective, being obese and at risk for…
Prostate Cancer · September 24, 2012
Prostate Cancer News-Observe vs Surgery on Prostate Cancer Survival Rate
The first hints of concern over using PSA began at least 7 years ago. Since then, how many have undergoing prostate cancer surgery thinking it was the only option? I have covered the controversy surrounding PSA…
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