Detoxing the Body with Ultrasound-powered Nanorobots
Node Smith, ND Research engineers developed nanorobots that can swim through the body’s fluids removing harmful bacteria and other toxins.1 The proof-of-concept robots may one day allow a new way to detoxify and clean biological fluids. The full explanation of these amazing new robots can be found in Science Robotics. The work is a combination […]
Turmeric Adulteration Bulletin Published by ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program
The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) has released a Botanical Adulterants Bulletin on turmeric (Curcuma longa) rhizome and its extracts. Few herbal dietary supplement ingredients have seen such a steep sales increase over the past five years as turmeric. Turmeric has been the top-selling dietary supplement in US natural food stores since 2013, and […]
Hormone Disrupting Chemicals May Be Adding to Obesity Risk
Node Smith, ND At this year’s annual meeting of the European Society of Endocrinology, researchers presented on chemicals in everyday products that may be adding to the obesity epidemic by interfering with hormones that regulate fat production and metabolism.1 Endocrine disrupting chemicals in pesticides, personal care products, and other household items like plastic coatings, paints, […]
ADD/ADHD Medications Account for Many Calls to Poison Control
Node Smith, ND A study facilitated by the Center for Injury Research and Policy and the Central Ohio Poison Centre at Nationwide Children’s Hospital saw more than 156,000 phone calls to US Poison Control Centers specific to ingestion of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) drugs.1 The calls were all pertinent to individuals 19 years of age […]
Regulate Brain’s Dopamine System with Exercise to Treat Addiction
Node Smith, ND A recent study looks at how exercise may regulate neural pathways that are altered and dysfunctional in addiction. Specifically, the research has identified a mechanism in which aerobic exercise can impact treatment and prevention strategies. Exercise proven to be a vital tool in the treatment of many mental illnesses Exercise has shown […]
Why Does Pesticide Exposure Increase Parkinson’s Risk for Some Individuals?
Node Smith, ND There have been studies that have found a significant association between 2 agricultural pesticides – paraquat and maneb – and Parkinson’s disease. Until now, it has not been understood why exposure to these chemicals puts some at increased risk, but not others. A new study from the University of Guelph has uncovered […]
Get Physical Therapy Early with Low-Back Pain
Node Smith, ND Many people experience back pain. A recent study found that these individuals may be served better by seeking immediate physical therapy assistance, rather than other healthcare professionals.1 The study did not specifically address individuals seeking out chiropractic care or other holistic bodywork that may use similar therapeutic tools as physical therapists (PTs). […]
Gay and Bisexual Teen Use of Adult “Hookup” Apps to Find Partners
Node Smith, ND A recent study from Northwestern Medicine showed that more than 50 percent of sexually active bisexual and gay teenage boys – 14 -17 years old – utilized adult “hookup” apps to meet male sexual partners and friends.1 Apps referred to in the study specifically were, Grindr and Scruff. The study was published […]
Another Reason to Breastfeed Infants
Node Smith, ND There are many benefits an infant receives from being breastfed – immunological protection from mom, skin to skin bonding, and a nutrient dense food source that is specifically made for that child. However, breastfeeding may not be possible for some infants, for whatever reason. But not all baby formulas are created equal, […]
Better diet = bigger brain
Node Smith, ND A recent study was published in the online publication of Neurology, the American Academy of Neurology’s medical journal, that correlated people eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables, nuts and fish as having bigger brains.1 It’s generally understood that eating a healthier diet increases cognitive function and many other health markers, […]