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.
Why was this study done? Changes in altitude effect absorption and distribution of water and electrolytes in the body. This study was designed to understand how differing rehydration formulas (containing different concentrations of electrolytes) are effected by altitude. What did the study find? This study found that induction and maintenance of hypervolemia at altitude relies…
Why was this study done? The importance of maintaining optimum plasma lipid (HDL, LDL, total cholesterol) concentrations is well established. This study was designed to help understand the effects of soy protein (with or without additional isoflavones) on blood lipids in postmenopausal women. What did the study find? The group taking soy that included additional…
Why was this study done? The loss of calcium from bones and the resultant osteoporosis represents a major health problem for the elderly. Understanding the many factors that might reduce or reverse bone loss is of primary importance for long term health maintenance. This study was designed to compare three different interventions: supplemental vitamin D…