Wild Blueberries, Fat Burning, Endurance, Lactate Episode 1128 MAR 2023
The current study demonstrated that a 14-day intake of 25 g of freeze-dried WBs, supplying 375 mg of anthocyanins and approximately 1 cup of fresh fruit equivalent, significantly increased FAT-ox rates, decreased CHO-ox rates, and led to lower blood lactate values without changes in glycerol and FA concentrations during 40 min of cycling at 65% of vo2peak in endurance-trained males. These findings may have potential effects on endurance exercise performance.
#blueberries #lactate #metabolism
Pilolla KD, Armendariz J, Burrus BM, Baston DS, McCarthy KA, Bloedon TK. Effects of Wild Blueberries on Fat Oxidation Rates in Aerobically Trained Males. Nutrients. 2023; 15(6):1339. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15061339
Anthocyanins, polyphenols, wild blueberry, fatty acid oxidation, lipolysis, exercise, endurance, carbohydrates, glycogen sparing, blueberries. Blueberry, metabolism, FAT-ox, CHO-ox
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Beta-Alanine improving mood and brain function Show 1129 MAR 2023
In conclusion, the results of this study indicated that BA supplementation enhanced cognitive performance in older adults whose baseline cognitive levels were borderline to below normal. In addition, taking BA supplementation was able to reduce symptoms of depression.
#betaalanine #depression #brainfunctions
Ostfeld I, Ben-Zeev T, Zamir A, Levi C, Gepner Y, Springer S, Hoffman JR. Role of β-Alanine Supplementation on Cognitive Function, Mood, and Physical Function in Older Adults; Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study. Nutrients. 2023; 15(4):923. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15040923
Beta-alanine, geriatric depression, cognitive, Montreal cognitive scale, neuroinflammation, older, senior citizen, amino acid, mood, stress, cognitive function, improve, feel better, symptoms, supplementation, cognitive decline, enhanced cognitive performance, Moca, GDS
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Mind over Matter: Can Mushrooms Boost Your Brain? Ep. 1174 FEB 2024
The Relationship between Mushroom Intake and Cognitive Performance: An Epidemiological Study in the European Investigation of Cancer—Norfolk Cohort (EPIC-Norfolk)
A huge study in the UK followed thousands of people for years, uncovering a delicious secret: eating just one mushroom portion a week (think a small handful) was linked to sharper memory, faster thinking, and better mental control. This brain boost held strong even when considering other healthy habits, hinting that mushrooms might be a hidden weapon against mind fog and even low mood. While more research is needed, reach for those earthy fungi - your brain might just thank you!
#MushroomPower #MindFood #EatYourWayToSmarter
Cha S, Bell L, Williams CM. The Relationship between Mushroom Intake and Cognitive Performance: An Epidemiological Study in the European Investigation of Cancer—Norfolk Cohort (EPIC-Norfolk). Nutrients. 2024; 16(3):353. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16030353
mushroom intake, cognitive performance, memory, dementia, depression, EPIC-Norfolk study, aging, brain health, superfood, dose-dependent, executive function, processing speed, fruit and vegetable intake, confounding factors, randomized controlled trials
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Photobiomodulation - Near Infrared Light and Heart Health Episode 1130 APR 2023
PBM therapy has demonstrated efficacy in a broad range of neurocognitive and musculoskeletal diseases such as Parkinson's disease, depression, age-related dry macular degeneration, chronic wounds, arthritis, knee osteoarthritis, tendinopathy, and oral mucositis among many others
#Photobiomodulation #heartdisease #850nm
Syed, SB, Ahmet, I, Chakir, K, Morrell, CH, Arany, PR, Lakatta, EG. Photobiomodulation therapy mitigates cardiovascular aging and improves survival. Lasers Surg Med. 2023; 55: 278– 293. https://doi.org/10.1002/lsm.23644
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Beta-Alanine Supplementation in Combat Sports: Ep. 1173 JAN 24
Combat athletes, facing explosive bursts and grueling rounds, might find a friend in β-alanine. This amino acid, not a direct performance booster, fuels carnosine, a muscle buffer that fights fatigue. Studies suggest 4-6 grams daily for 4 weeks can improve performance in combat-like bursts (60-240 seconds), potentially boosting strength, power, work capacity, and even recovery. While more research is needed, β-alanine, timed with meals, could be a safe weapon in a combat athlete's arsenal, helping them push their limits and dominate the ring.
#betaalanine #fightfatigue #CarnosinePower
Fiandor, E. M., García, J. F., Busto, N., & Roche, E. (2023). β-Alanine Supplementation in Combat Sports: Evaluation of Sports Performance, Perception, and Anthropometric Parameters and Biochemical Markers—A Systematic Review of Clinical Trials. Nutrients, 15(17), 3755. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173755
beta-alanine, combat sports, fatigue reduction, performance enhancement, carnosine, muscle buffer, strength, power, work capacity, recovery, combat athletes, amino acid, supplement, safety, dosage, timing, research, studies, benefits, drawbacks, effectiveness, scientific evidence, #betaalanine #fightfatigue #CarnosinePower
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Biological Age Reversed 4+ years, 8-week methylation-supportive diet Episode 1131 APR 2023
There was a statistically significant (p=.039) difference in the participants' mean biological age before (55.83 years) and after (51.23 years) the 8-week diet and lifestyle intervention, with an average decrease of 4.60 years. The average chronological age at the start of the program was 57.9 years and all but one participant had a biological age younger than their chronological age at the start of the program, suggesting that biological age changes were unrelated to disease improvement and instead might be attributed to underlying aging mechanisms.
#agereversal #methylationdiet #epinutrients
Fitzgerald KN, Campbell T, Makarem S, Hodges R. Potential reversal of biological age in women following an 8-week methylation-supportive diet and lifestyle program: a case series. Aging (Albany NY). 2023 Mar 22; 15:1833-1839 . https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.204602
DNA methylation, age reversal, biological age, health span, life span, longevity, polyphenolic modulators of DNA methyl transferase, ten-eleven translocation (TET) demethylase cofactors, DMNT, a methylation-supportive diet, epi nutrients, curcumin, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), rosmarinic acid, quercetin, luteolin
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Breast Cancer Breakthrough? Early Study Shows Potential of Boswellia Extract P. 1172 JAN 24
Researchers gave breast cancer patients an extract from the Boswellia tree (aka frankincense) daily before surgery. Comparing tumor activity before and after, they found that the extract significantly slowed the tumors' growth, suggesting its potential as a natural anti-cancer treatment. This is promising early evidence, but further research is needed to confirm its long-term effects and potential side effects.
#Boswellia #Frankincense #cancer
Valente, I.V.B., Garcia, D., Abbott, A. et al. The anti-proliferative effects of a frankincense extract in a window of opportunity phase ia clinical trial for patients with breast cancer. Breast Cancer Res Treat (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10549-023-07215-4
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Flax Seed Oil Brain Function Verbal Fluency Episode 1132 APR 2023
In summary, this RCT, evaluating the functionality of daily consumption of flaxseed oil containing 2.2 g of ALA, improved verbal fluency in healthy individuals aged between 65 to 80 years, with no abnormalities in cognitive function, despite declines with age. Since the improvement in verbal fluency is significant in cognitive health, as it is one of the factors of Alzheimer’s disease progress [37], further validation studies, with a focus on ALA’s impact on verbal fluency and executive function, are needed to extend the obtained evidence in this study to older adults.
#flaxseedoil l #verbalfluency #executivefunction
Ogawa, T., Sawane, K., Ookoshi, K., & Kawashima, R. (2023). Supplementation with Flaxseed Oil Rich in Alpha-Linolenic Acid Improves Verbal Fluency in Healthy Older Adults. Nutrients, 15(6), 1499. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15061499
Ala, cognitive function, age, flax seed oil, executive function, Alzheimer’s , verbal fluency, dha, alpha linolenic acid, docosahexaenoic acid
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Bovine Colostrum Respiratory Tract Infections High Risk Settings Episode 1133 APR 2023
In summary, research suggests that while young and healthy individuals may have adequate immune defenses against upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs), supplementing with COL can provide valuable support in protecting those who are at a higher risk of infection due to exposure to a heavy workload and increased contact with infectious agents.
#colostrum #infections #immune
Stachowska, E., Grochans, E., Bühner, L., & Hałasa, M. (2023). Moderate Dose Bovine Colostrum Supplementation in Prevention of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections in Medical University Students: A Randomized, Triple Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Nutrients, 15(8), 1925. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15081925
Colostrum, bovine colostrum, immune, respiratory tract infection, URTI, oral colostrum
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Move Harder, Recover Faster: The Potential of Mangiferin-Quercetin Ep. 1171 JAN 24
A single dose of mangiferin-quercetin, taken one hour before exercise, significantly improved participants' performance in a demanding physical test. They completed circuits faster and reported feeling less exertion compared to those given a placebo. This suggests the supplement could enhance overall exercise performance by boosting endurance and reducing fatigue. Further studies are needed to confirm these findings in different exercise types and populations.
#NaturalEnergyFuel #BreakThroughFatigue #alchepharma
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Bourdas, D. I., Travlos, A. K., Souglis, A., Stavropoulou, G., Zacharakis, E., Gofas, D. C., & Bakirtzoglou, P. (2024). Effects of a Singular Dose of Mangiferin–Quercetin Supplementation on Basketball Performance: A Double-Blind Crossover Study of High-Level Male Players. Nutrients, 16(1), 170. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16010170
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Older Brains learn to Outperform Younger Ones Episode 1134 MAY 2023
"Remarkably, the cognitive scores increased to levels similar to undergraduates taking the same cognitive tests for the first time," Wu said. "Our finding of continuous cognitive growth in older adulthood is unique because most studies show only maintenance of cognitive abilities or cognitive decline over time."
#brain #cognitive #aging
Leah Ferguson, Debaleena Sain, Esra Kürüm, Carla M. Strickland-Hughes, George W. Rebok, Rachel Wu. One-year cognitive outcomes from a multiple real-world skill learning intervention with older adults. Aging & Mental Health, 2023; 1 DOI: 10.1080/13607863.2023.2197847
Musical expertise makes older adults better listeners by keeping brain young
"Playing music makes older adults better listeners by preserving youthful neural patterns as well as recruiting additional compensatory brain regions. Our study provides empirical evidence to support that playing music keeps your brain sharp, young, and focused,” said Dr. DU, corresponding author of this study.
Zhang, L., Wang, X., Alain, C., & Du, Y. (2023). Successful aging of musicians: Preservation of sensorimotor regions aids audiovisual speech-in-noise perception. Science Advances. https://doi.org/adg7056
Cognition, learning, DMN, frontoparietal, cognitive control, working memory, episodic memory, default mode network, continuous cognitive growth, successful aging, youthful brain, dementia, Alzheimer's, speech processing, reverse aging brain, improved brain function, older learners
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Inhaled ethanol may treat respiratory infections and stop pandemics Show 1136 MAY 2023
The scientists think that the ethanol vapor must increase ethanol concentrations in the fluid to 20% to successfully treat the infection. This concentration is not toxic to lung cells the scientists created in the lab to mimic human cells. At body temperature, 20% ethanol can not only inactivate the influenza A virus outside of the cells in one minute, but also stop the virus from replicating inside these cells.
#influenza #ethanol #virus
Tamai, M., Taba, S., Mise, T., Yamashita, M., Ishikawa, H., & Shintake, T. Effect of Ethanol Vapor Inhalation Treatment on Lethal Respiratory Viral Infection With Influenza A. The Journal of Infectious Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jiad089
Influenza A virus, ethanol, Influenza , Avian Flu, Sars COV 2, coronavirus, inhalation, enveloped virus, etoh vapor, progeny virus, respiratory infections, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2
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Testosterone And Enokitake Mushroom Episode 1135 MAY 2023
This study showed that the ingestion of adenosine-containing mushrooms and vegetables may effectively increase testicular testosterone production. We conclude that mushrooms with a relatively high adenosine content, such as enokitake, may be useful against aging and fatigue.
#enokitake #testosterone #leydig
Iguchi, K., Nagashima, K., Mochizuki, J., Yamamoto, H., Unno, K., & Miyoshi, N. (2023). Enokitake Mushroom and Its Active Component, Adenosine, Which Restores Testosterone Production in Impaired and Fatigued Mouse Models. Nutrients, 15(9), 2142. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15092142
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Breathing Easier with COPD: Daily Beetroot Juice Improves Outcomes Ep. 1170 JAN 2024
A 12-week study found that daily beetroot juice supplementation significantly lowered blood pressure and improved exercise capacity in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This suggests that beetroot, rich in dietary nitrates, could be a safe and well-tolerated alternative or complement to conventional antihypertensive medications for COPD patients. While further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits and potential interactions with other medications, the study offers encouraging evidence for the potential of beetroot juice as a natural approach to managing COPD symptoms.
#COPDBreakthrough #NaturalReliefCOPD #AlchePharma
Oral nitrate supplementation improves cardiovascular risk markers in COPD: ON-BC a randomised controlled trialAli M Alasmari, Abdullah S Alsulayyim, Saeed M Alghamdi, Keir E J Philip, Sara C Buttery, Winston A S Banya, Michael L Polkey, Paul C Armstrong, M J Rickman, Timothy D Warner, J A Mitchell, Nicholas S Hopkinson European Respiratory Journal Jan 2023, 2202353; DOI: 10.1183/13993003.02353-2022
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Brain Energy and Function, Improved with Glycine/NAC? Episode 1137 MAY 2023
The results of this study provide proof-of-concept that GlyNAC supplementation improves age-associated cognitive decline and supports brain health in aging by improving/correcting brain GSH deficiency, elevated OxS, mitochondrial dysfunction, abnormal mitophagy and autophagy, inflammation, impaired glucose transport/uptake, elevated genomic damage, and reversing the decline in brain neurotrophic growth factors. GlyNAC could be a simple and effective nutritional supplement to support brain health and cognitive function in aging, and warrants additional investigation.
#glynac #brainrespiration #cognition
Kumar, P., Osahon, O. W., & Sekhar, R. V. (2023). GlyNAC (Glycine and N-Acetylcysteine) Supplementation in Old Mice Improves Brain Glutathione Deficiency, Oxidative Stress, Glucose Uptake, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Genomic Damage, Inflammation and Neurotrophic Factors to Reverse Age-Associated Cognitive Decline: Implications for Improving Brain Health in Aging. Antioxidants, 12(5), 1042. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox12051042
Glynac, glycine, N-Acetylcysteine, correction, GSH Synthesis , cognitive improvement, brain health, GSH, OxS, mitochondrial energetics, autophagy/mitophagy, glucose transporters, inflammation, genomic damage, neurotrophic factors
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Kiwi Fruit Improved Sleep and Recovery Episode 1138 MAY 2023
The manipulation of the timing and dose of kiwifruit may have applications in terms of sleep and recovery (e.g., antioxidant consumption in relation to training) in athletes that warrant further investigation. The results presented suggest a potential role for kiwifruit consumption in sleep promotion and recovery protocols for elite athletes. Consuming 2 kiwifruit 1 h before bed is a practical wholefood-based intervention that can easily be implemented in real-world settings. Kiwifruit is available in wholefood form, but it is also consumed in various processed forms, e.g., drinks, sweets, lyophilised products (i.e., freeze dried), dehydrated products and juices [64]. Further research is warranted to develop protocols and/or products designed specifically to promote sleep and/or recovery in elite athletes.
#kiwi #exercise #sleep
Doherty, R., Madigan, S., Nevill, A., Warrington, G., & Ellis, J. G. (2023). The Impact of Kiwifruit Consumption on the Sleep and Recovery of Elite Athletes. Nutrients, 15(10), 2274. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15102274
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NAFLD Breakthrough: Greens may Reverse Liver Damage Ep. 1169 DEC 2023
A new study suggests that simply swapping one serving of starchy carbohydrates for vegetables daily can significantly improve fatty liver disease (NAFLD), even in advanced stages. Researchers found that after just three months, this minor dietary change led to reductions in liver fibrosis, inflammation, and other NAFLD markers. The key seems to be the type of vegetables chosen: the study focused on four cruciferous varieties (mizuna, chicory, kale, and Chinese mustard) rich in glucobrassicin-derived compounds with antioxidant and anti-fatty liver properties. This easy-to-implement dietary tweak could offer a promising first step for managing and potentially reversing NAFLD.
#NAFLD #diet #fattyliver
De Nucci S, Rinaldi R, Di Chito M, Donghia R, Giannuzzi V, Shahini E, Cozzolongo R, Pesole PL, Coletta S, De Pergola G, et al. The Replacement of Only One Portion of Starchy Carbohydrates with Green Leafy Vegetables Regresses Mid and Advanced Stages of NAFLD: Results from a Prospective Pilot Study. Nutrients. 2023; 15(10):2289. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15102289
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Ear acupuncture with beads may help shed the pounds Episode 1139 MAY 2023
The study found substantial differences after 3 months, with participants losing on average 10.4cm off their waist circumference (from an average 98.4cm at the start of the study to 88cm) and 4% of total body fat (from average 28.2% to 24.3%).
#auricular #ear #weightloss
Poster presentation PO4.085 at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO) Dublin, Ireland (17-20 May 2023)
Auricular, ear, acupuncture, acupressure, appetite, metabolism, weight loss, bmi, hunger, digestion, vagus nerve, beads, acupoint stimulation
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Gamma Frequency clears brain debris and improves motor function Episode 1140 JUN 2023
The MIT group is not the first to show that gamma frequency tactile stimulation can affect brain activity and improve motor function, but they are the first to show that the stimulation can also reduce levels of the hallmark Alzheimer’s protein phosphorylated tau, keep neurons from dying or losing their synapse circuit connections, and reduce neural DNA damage.
#Vibrotactile #Alzheimers #tau
Suk, H., Buie, N., Xu, G., Banerjee, A., Boyden, E. S., & Tsai, L. (2023). Vibrotactile stimulation at gamma frequency mitigates pathology related to neurodegeneration and improves motor function. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 15. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2023.1129510
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Quercetin a powerful supplement against Frailty Ep. 1141 JUN 23
Other subclasses showed no association (P values range: 0.12–0.99), but every 10 mg/d of higher quercetin intake was associated with 35% lower odds of frailty onset (OR: 0.65; 95% CI: 0.48–0.88).
#Frailty #quercetin #flavonols
Oei, S., Millar, C. L., Nguyen Lily, T. N., Mukamal, K. J., Kiel, D. P., Lipsitz, L. A., Hannan, M. T., & Sahni, S. (2023). Higher intake of dietary flavonols, specifically dietary quercetin, is associated with lower odds of frailty onset over 12 years of follow-up among adults in the Framingham Heart Study. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.04.013
Frailty, falling, weakness, quercetin, flavonols, osteoporosis, sarcopenia. Kaempferol, myricetin, aging, elderly, fisetin, strength, balance
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Taurine and a Longer, Healthier Life Ep.1142 JUN 2023
The researchers found that taurine suppressed age-associated weight gain in female mice (even in “menopausal” mice), increased energy expenditure, increased bone mass, improved muscle endurance and strength, reduced depression-like and anxious behaviors, reduced insulin resistance, and promoted a younger-looking immune system, among other benefits.
“Not only did we find that the animals lived longer, we also found that they’re living healthier lives,” Yadav says.
#taurine #aging #health
Singh, P., Gollapalli, K., Mangiola, S., Schranner, D., Yusuf, M. A., Chamoli, M., Shi, S. L., Bastos, B. L., Nair, T., Riermeier, A., Vayndorf, E. M., Wu, J. Z., Nilakhe, A., Nguyen, C. Q., Muir, M., Kiflezghi, M. G., Foulger, A., Junker, A., Devine, J., . . . Yadav, V. K. (2023). Taurine deficiency as a driver of aging. Science. https://doi.org/abn9257
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Lutein & Zeaxanthin: Supercharge Your Vision for Athletic Edge Ep, 1143 Jun 2023
“In a long series of studies, we have shown that increasing amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin in the retina and brain decrease glare disability and discomfort and improve chromatic contrast and visual-motor reaction time, and supplementing these compounds facilitates executive functions like problem-solving and memory. All of these tasks are particularly important for athletes,”
#vision #lutein #zeaxanthin
Harth, Jacob B.1; Renzi-Hammond, Lisa M.1,2; Hammond, Billy R. Jr2. A Dietary Strategy for Optimizing the Visual Range of Athletes. Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews 51(3):p 103-108, July 2023. | DOI: 10.1249/JES.0000000000000318
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DIM: From Cancer Fighter to Cavity Conqueror? New Research Holds Promise Ep. 1144 JUL 2023
Most of the world's population either chronically suffers from plaque and dental cavities or will develop them at some point in their lives. Toothpastes, mouthwashes, and regular checkups do their part, but more could always be done. Ben-Gurion University of the Negev scientists and their colleagues at Sichuan University and the National University of Singapore have discovered that 3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM), a naturally occurring molecule also known as bisindole, reduces the biofilms that produce plaque and cavities by 90%. The molecule is also found to have anti-carcinogenic properties.
#DIM #Cavities #plaque
Baruch Y, Golberg K, Sun Q, Yew-Hoong Gin K, Marks RS, Kushmaro A. 3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM): A Potential Therapeutic Agent against Cariogenic Streptococcus mutans Biofilm. Antibiotics. 2023; 12(6):1017. https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics12061017
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MSM and Knee Pain Ep. 1145 JUL 2023
Both clinical and pre-clinical animal studies have supported the therapeutic usefulness of MSM for joint diseases such as OA; however, there is no direct evidence to support prophylactic use for joint diseases or use to maintain the normal condition of joints in a healthy population. In the present study, we conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral consumption of MSM on mild pain of the knee joint in healthy participants.
#MSM #methylsulfonylmethane #kneepain
Toguchi, A., Noguchi, N., Kanno, T., & Yamada, A. (2023). Methylsulfonylmethane Improves Knee Quality of Life in Participants with Mild Knee Pain: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Nutrients, 15(13), 2995. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15132995
Knee pain, KOA, MSM, Methylsulfonylmethane, osteoarthritis, arthritis, mild pain, inflammation, anti-inflammatory, stiffness, knee stiffness, sulfur
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Unlocking the Synergistic Punch of Oxymel's Anti-Infective Power EP. 1146 JUL 2023
This research delves into "oxymel", an ancient honey-vinegar mix, for its potential to combat infections. Vinegar, while effective alone, may harbor additional antibacterial powers beyond its acetic acid. When paired with manuka honey, vinegar showed a promising "synergy" against stubborn bacterial colonies. Pomegranate vinegar emerged as a champion for further study. Overall, this study rekindles interest in traditional remedies like oxymel, showcasing their potential for modern medicine.
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