Stop Cognitive Decline with Plant Based Diet
Razi Berry A diet rich in plant products reduces the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia in the elderly. This is the result of a study by the Biomarkers and Nutritional Food Metabolomics Research Group of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences of the University of Barcelona (UB) and the CIBER on Frailty and […]
Plant Based Diet Lowers Risk of Heart Disease in Women
Razi Berry Eating more nutritious, plant-based foods is heart-healthy at any age, according to two research studies published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access journal of the American Heart Association. In two separate studies analyzing different measures of healthy plant food consumption, researchers found that both young adults and postmenopausal […]
Lawn to Table
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND Many of us have been excited about the seasonal return of the farmer’s market. The fresh quality and the variety of offerings are tantalizing and nutritious. What if I told you that you can get even fresher, more nutrient-dense food for free, anytime you like? These are what many would categorize […]
Miraculous Minerals
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND Minerals are the unsung heroes of the micronutrient world. Sure, everyone knows that Vitamin C is beneficial, but asking about molybdenum will draw a blank. Each one is involved in hundreds of biochemical functions in your body. Small (or trace) amounts may only be required, but too much or too little […]
Catnip as a Bug Repellant
Razi Berry New collaborative research from Northwestern University and Lund University may have people heading to their backyard instead of the store at the outset of this year’s mosquito season. Often used as an additive for cat toys and treats due to its euphoric and hallucinogenic effects on cats, catnip has also long been known […]
Some Plants May Not Be Good for You
Razi Berry It’s true that many plants provide an abundance of nutrients, typically at a fraction of the energy expended to raise animal protein. However, before embarking on a wholesale change in diet, it’s worth considering the research and experience of a trio of neurotoxicologists at Oregon Health & Science University. Toxic Compounds in Plants […]
Vitamin D May Help Stop Cancer Cells Becoming Drug-Resistant
Razi Berry What’s good for our bones may also help stop cancer cells that develop resistance to multiple chemotherapy drugs. Calcitriol and calcipotriol The vitamin D metabolite calcitriol and its analog calcipotriol can block one of the mechanisms through which cancer cells gain resistance to chemotherapy drugs; and can selectively kill those drug-resistant cells, according […]
Ginkgo Seed Extract for Bacterial Skin Infections
Razi Berry Extracts from the seeds of the Ginkgo biloba tree show antibacterial activity on pathogens that can cause skin infections such as acne, psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema, a study at Emory University finds. Frontiers in Microbiology is publishing the results of laboratory experiments showing that the extracts inhibit the growth of Cutibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus […]
Mind-Body Connection 101: How Essential Oils Can Change Your Brain’s Biochemistry, Beyond “Belief”
Sarah LoBisco, ND, IFCMP The Science of Belief- The Merger of the Mind and Body My approach in my practice has always centered around honoring the link between the mind and the body. Without addressing how the physical impacts emotions, and vice versa, progress for healing is temporary at best. This mind-body connection has intrigued me […]
Arterial Hypertension Treated with Isolated Spirulina Peptide
Razi Berry Spirulina, or “blue-green algae,” is commonly considered a “superfood” due to its myriad of health properties. The food is actually a special kind of bacteria called a cyanobacterium – Arthrospira platensis – that has the unique ability to photosynthesize, just like plants. It has been used as a food source by various cultures […]