November 17, 2014 Did you know that women who consumed two or more servings of fish per week had a 20% lower risk of hearing loss. The study authors conclude that: “Regular fish consumption and higher intake of long-chain omega-3 [polyunsaturated fatty acids] are associated with lower risk of hearing loss in women.” Here is the link…
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October 29, 2014 A recent study suggests that taking calcium supplements might decrease the risk for developing colon cancer. Researchers conducted a comprehensive literature search for studies evaluating the effects of calcium intake on colon cancer risk published up to December 2013. The researchers found that with every 300 milligram increase of total daily calcium…
Read MoreOctober 27, 2014 In a recent article in Natural Standards, it was noted that taking fish oil might reduce seizures in people with epilepsy, according to a recent study. In a new study, researchers randomly assigned 24 people with drug-resistant epilepsy to receive a low dose of fish oil, a high dose of fish oil, or…
Read MoreOctober 8, 2014 Resveratrol, a compound containing polyphenols, which are classified as antioxidants, have been shown to possess many health benefits which now are known to possibly include improvement in memory performance. A study done recently used a dose of 200mg/day of resveratrol as a dietary supplement and a placebo. Observing that: “This study provides…
Read MoreOctober 1, 2014 In a recent article in Natural Standard, a study was discussed that suggests that curcumin might reduce depression symptoms in people with major depression. Curcumin, derived from turmeric, a spice which comes from the root of the turmeric plant, has been shown to have both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. In a recent study,…
Read MoreSeptember 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 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 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 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…
Read MoreAugust 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…
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