Abstracts & Commmentary
Choline Supplementation in Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
07-06-2016 Alcohol has destructive effects on the developing hippocampus, and studies show that choline positively effects hippocampus growth. This pilot study connects the dots, providing evidence that choline may have a real benefit for children with cognitive deficits related to prenatal alcohol exposure.
Khorasan Wheat and Type 2 Diabetes
07-06-2016 Evidence suggests that replacing modern wheat with ancient wheat could have major health benefits, including protective effects for patients with diabetes.
Does Glutamine Reduce Radiation Dermatitis?
07-06-2016 Study shows glutamine reduces severity of radiation dermatitis, but questions remain over whether it's safe to use in patients with cancer.
BRCA1/2 Involvement in Cancer
07-06-2016 All healthcare practitioners should have a general understanding of the role of breast cancer genes, along with an in-depth understanding of which patients have a high risk of having the mutations (and therefore a higher risk of developing the cancers themselves). Hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) syndrome is an inherited disorder in which the risk of breast, ovarian, and several other cancers is higher than normal. Most HBOC is due to mutations in breast cancer susceptibility gene 1 (BRCA1) or 2 (BRCA2).
Benefits of Melatonin for Women with Metastatic Breast Cancer
06-01-2016 New evidence supports the use of melatonin as a safe, low-cost intervention to improve not only sleep quality, but quality of life, in women with breast cancer.
HEPA Air Filters May Improve Cardiovascular Health
06-01-2016 Intervention study links air quality to cardiovascular risk factors. Could a simple indoor filtration system yield significant health benefits?
Do Dietary Phosphates Affect Serum Phosphorus?
06-01-2016 Research supports current evidence regarding the health effects of phosphate and raises questions about product labeling.
Proton Pump Inhibitors Associated with Chronic Kidney Disease
06-01-2016 Recent evidence demonstrates a clear association between proton pump inhibitors and kidney disease.
Do Dietary Considerations Need Ethnic Context?
05-04-2016 Observational study finds that a diet of seaweeds, vegetables, soy products, and mushrooms is associated with health benefits. Should we reconsider the one-size-fits-all Mediterranean diet?
N-acetylcysteine as Adjunctive Treatment for Schizophrenia
05-04-2016 Study finds N-acetylcysteine improves symptoms of schizophrenia, with an unexpected answer to the question: Is it more effective for early or longstanding illness?
Probiotics for the Prevention of Relapse of Ulcerative Colitis
05-04-2016 Study finds probiotics may be a promising low- to no-risk intervention to achieve remission for patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
Images of Nature May Improve Recovery From Stress Exposure
05-04-2016 Study finds “green” images have restorative benefits, adding to growing evidence base for the hypothesis that exposure to nature, independent of how it is encountered, can be beneficial for human health and well-being.
Ashwagandha Root Extract and Sexual Function in Women
04-06-2016 Pilot study finds ashwagandha root extract improves several parameters related to sexual dysfunction in women.
High Fiber Intake by Adolescent Girls Lowers Breast Cancer Risk in Adulthood
04-06-2016 A large, retrospective cohort study adds to growing body of evidence that fiber intake provides a protective benefit for young women.
High-Protein Breakfasts Especially Important for Adolescents
04-06-2016 A high-protein breakfast benefits all children, but may particularly benefit overweight kids.
Topical Saffron for Diabetic Erectile Dysfunction
04-06-2016 Study suggests that topically applied saffron gel could be a natural, safe, and effective alternative to the current standard treatments for erectile dysfunction.
High-Dose Intravenous Vitamin C in Cancer Care
03-16-2016 A new intravenous vitamin C (IVC) clinical trial—and a call for physicians providing IVC to report cases of exceptional responses to help better focus future studies.
Exercise During Cancer Treatment Lessens Fatigue
03-16-2016 Could exercise be even more important than diet and supplements in an integrative cancer treatment plan?