Posts by Diane Silverman
Effects of Caffeine on Menopause
August 25, 2014 Did you know that caffeine use is linked to increased menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women. Researchers found women who used caffeine, including regularly drinking coffee, had greater “symptom scores” for hot flashes and night sweats when compared to women who did not use caffeine. Further research is warranted. Click the link below to read…
Read MoreLeaky Gut and Liver Stress
August 22, 2014 In this Livestream, Joe begins by stating that “Most people have some degree of a compromised intestinal GI wall, either a weakening, damaged or leaking”. He continues to explain the process of how you liver is ultimately affected by this. The take away message is to limit the “bad exposures to gut”…
Read MoreMagnesium Supplements and Older Women
August 20, 2014 Joe found it news worthy that taking daily magnesium supplements might improve physical performance in older women, according to new research. Many female athletes do not get enough magnesium from the diet, and magnesium is also lost in the urine with exercise. In a recent study, researchers found that at the end…
Read MoreRed Yeast Rice Differences in Manufacturing-NO CITRININ FORMATION
August 18, 2014 Did you know that not all forms of Red Yeast Rice are the same. It is important to know how the Red Yeast Rice you are taking is manufactured. If the process of culturing red yeast rice is not carefully controlled, a substance called citrinin can form. Citrinin has been shown to cause kidney…
Read MoreThe Importance of Buffered C
August 15, 2014 In this weeks Livestream, Joe discusses the importance and benefits to Buffered C. “There are 100’s of activities in body that utilize Buffered C. Here is a small number of them: Hormone Biosynthesis, Dopamine Production, Neurotransmitter biosynthesis, and Collagen Production. In addition enhancement to skin, bones, tendons, ligaments and even teeth occur from Buffered C.”…
Read MoreProbiotics Link to Cardiovascular Disease
August 13, 2014 On Monday we talked about the use of Probiotics in fighting infection. That is a common fact for Probiotics. Joe found it news worthy that regularly consuming Probiotics can help lower blood pressure, according to a new study. In this study Joe quotes: “There is also limited evidence suggesting that Probiotics may…
Read MoreProbiotics May Help Protect Athletes From Infection
August 11, 2014 Did you know that taking Probiotics may protect athletes from infection? In a recent study done in New Zealand, Joe commented on the fact that insight from this article gives us a means to help protect all athletes, especially those playing high school sports a means to enhance infection protection. Results from…
Read MoreIntegrative Wellness Center Oakmont Spring 2014 Open House
August 8, 2014 As Summer starts to get closer to a close, I think it is worth revisiting our Spring Open House Livestream. Maybe you are new to our site, our show or missed it when it aired, I thought you may enjoy seeing it again. We were able to showcase our Compounding Pharmacy, Integrative…
Read MoreLycopene Improves Blood Vessel Function
August 6, 2014 In a recent article, Joe found it news worthy that Lycopene, a powerful antioxidant compound found in tomatoes may improve the function of blood vessels in patients with cardiovascular disease, according to new research from the University of Cambridge. A quote from the article: “We’ve shown quite clearly that lycopene improves…
Read MoreCardiovascular Health and Brain Health
August 4, 2014 Did you know that there is a link between cardiovascular health and brain health? A study was recently done that found increased cognitive impairment in those with lower cardiovascular health scores. The study authors conclude that: “Compared with low [cardiovascular health], intermediate and high [cardiovascular health] were both associated with substantially lower…
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