Why was this study done? Blood sugar control is thought to play an important role in weight management. Chromium is an important factor in normal insulin (one of the hormone responsible for blood sugar control) function. This study was designed to determine the effects of supplementing with chromium picolinate on weight control. What did the…
Why was this study done? Asthma is one of the more common childhood conditions and effects around eight percent of adults. The prevalence has been increasing since the 1980s. This study was designed to help understand the connection between omega 3 supplementation, inflammatory markers, and asthma symptoms. What did the study find? Supplementing with omega-3…
Why was this study done? Homocysteine is an amino acid found in the blood that is produced in the body during normal protein metabolism. High homocysteine levels are considered a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. This study was designed to understand the relationship between B vitamin status and homocysteine levels. What did the study find?…
Why was this study done? It is thought that fatigue in athletes may be brought on by many factors, but dehydration (and loss of plasma volume) may be one of the most important of these. This study was designed to help understand the importance of rehydration formulas and different rehydration strategies in the maintenance of…
Why was this study done? Uncovering the mechanisms of hunger and energy balance are an important step in understanding why so many people have problems with weight control. It is clear that a large part of satiety control is hormonal in nature. This study was designed to understand the differing role of leptin and insulin…
Why was this study done? There is a well-known association between blood lipids (HDL, LDL, and total cholesterol) and cardiovascular disease. This study was designed to ascertain the association between soy intake and blood lipids. What did the study find? Supplementing with soy protein and soy foods for six weeks had a positive influence on…
Why was this study done? Folic acid is a B vitamin that is important for cellular growth and repair. Folic acid is especially important for women of childbearing age, as many birth defects (primarily neural tube defects) can be avoided with proper supplementation. This study was designed to help determine the optimal amount of folic…
Why was this paper written? Clinical testing requirements for personal care products (skin cleansers, moisturizers, skin treatment products, shampoos, soaps, etc.) are very different from most other products in the U.S. consumer marketplace. These differences dictate the way in which claim substantiation testing of personal care products is carried out. Since personal care products fall…
Why was this study done? Bone Loss is a major concern, especially for women. This study was designed to test three different approaches to maintaining bone mass in post-menopausal women. The first was 1400 mg of supplemental calcium and 400 IU of vitamin D, the second was 1400 mg calcium and 400 IU, plus other…
Why was this article written? Menopause is a time of transition and, while there are many conventional approaches, herbal medicine offers an effective alternative for symptom reduction. An Herbal Approach to Ease the Transition to Menopause. Authors: Manning P. Nutrition in Complementary Care, 2000. 2(2):3.PDF Article: Nutrition in Complementary Care, 2000.