September 17, 2014 A recent study, which Joe felt news worthy, reported by Stephen Daniells, found that “A measureable benefit: Vitamin C supplements may boost activity levels and reduce colds in young men”. Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that protects against free radical cellular damage. Carol S. Johnston, from Arizona State University (Arizona, USA), and…
Read MoreSeptember 15, 2014 Probiotics, microorganisms that help maintain the natural balance of organisms (microflora) in the intestines, have become of greater interest as certain studies suggest their utility in a number of gastrointestinal conditions. Emerging evidence suggests a potential role for the GI-enhancing bacteria in a number of other body systems. A study done reveals…
Read MoreSeptember 12, 2014 In this Livestream, Joe begins to discuss the huge period of the transitional phase in your body wihich is the “Peri” Menopause or that period of change. Nourish, Tonify, and Balance are the key words to understand about helping yourself during this transition. He describes how nutrients in addition to other therapies can…
Read MoreSeptember 10, 2014 A healthy prostate is about the size of a walnut. Most men will develop some form of non-cancerous enlargement, known as BPH. Joe found a news worthy article and study regarding the effectiveness of a saw palmetto berry preparation, to see if it could impact BPH and sexual dysfunction symptoms. The results suggested that both BPH…
Read MoreSeptember 8, 2014 Did you know that you can boost balance with ballroom dancing? In a recent article published in Reuters, it is discussed that you need “postural balance to avoid falls”. A study was conducted with residents of a nursing home using a program of ballroom dancing lessons for one group and comparing to a…
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2014 In this Livestream, Joe tries to give a condensed discussion “All About Thyroid”. I am sure there will be follow up Livestreams on this subject due to it’s scope and number of people it affects. Please comment on this blog if you would like to hear more from Joe about this topic…
Read MoreSeptember 3, 2014 Joe found a recent article news worthy that discussed a study of using Omega-3 fatty acids and 81mg Aspirin to see their affect on Periodontitis, a disease of the gums that can result in bone resorption, tooth loss, and systemic inflammation. A.Z. Naqvi, from Harvard Medical School (Massachusetts, USA), and colleagues enrolled…
Read MoreSeptember 1, 2014 May your holiday be spent with family or friends, or catching up on a needed personal day alone. However you spend it, the staff at Ask Joe DiMatteo and Ask The Pharmacist wish you a blessed day. As always, Be well, Diane Silverman R.Ph.Ask The Pharmacist Group
Read MoreAugust 29, 2014 Joe discusses Skin with a different twist. In this Livestream Video, he wants us to understand how to truly improve skin health via technology or topical therapies when we have been subjected to premature skin aging issues, in addition to quality supplementation for skin health. Starting with approaches to good skin health…
Read MoreAugust 27, 2014 In case you missed the live airing of this, I thought you would enjoy watching Joe DiMatteo on KDKA PITTSBURGH TODAY LIVE as he talked about Back To School Stress. Click the link below to watch: Replay of KDKA Today Live with Joe DiMatteo As always, Be well, Diane Silverman R.Ph.Ask The…
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