Science Update (18)

Science Update

E. coli proliferates in individuals with inflammatory bowel disease

Researchers at Penn State University identified a mechanism in which Escherichia coli proliferates in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) during flare-ups.

May 14, 2015 Read →

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Low vitamin D may be linked to increased pancreatic cancer risk

Pancreatic cancer is the 12th most common cancer in the world and often has a poor prognosis even if diagnosed early.

May 07, 2015 Read →

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Curcumin has been found to limit the activity of the HPV virus

According to new research curcumin may play a role in oral cancers associated with the human papillomavirus (HPV).

Apr 30, 2015 Read →

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Broccoli extract may be beneficial in fighting head and neck cancer

At the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting in Philadelphia last week researchers from the University of Pittsburgh Cancer…

Apr 23, 2015 Read →

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Multispecies probiotic may have a significant effect on mood

In a study published just last week in Brain Behavior and Immunity researchers found that multispecies probiotics have an effect on mood after four weeks…

Apr 16, 2015 Read →

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Liver injury in non-alcoholic steatohepatitis may lead to a leaky gut

According to new research published in Cellular and Molecular Gastroenterology and Hepatology non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is associated with…

Apr 09, 2015 Read →

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Infant gut bacteria may be associated with food sensitization during the first year of life

Can changes in an infants intestinal bacteria help predict the future development of food allergies or asthma?

Apr 02, 2015 Read →

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The Scary Stats & Happy Facts on Cognitive Health Part I

Explore the impact of lifestyle changes on cognitive health as we discuss memory loss, Alzheimer's, and actionable steps for healthy aging.

Mar 31, 2015 Read →

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Zinc Deficiency Linked to Immune System Response Specifically Inflammation

  Zinc has a long history known as the mineral of the immune system. New research from Oregon State University demonstrated that it appears to affect how t

Mar 26, 2015 Read →

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Omega-3 fatty acids inhibit the growth and spread of prostate cancer

According to a study published in the Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics researchers at Washington State University found a mechanism by…

Mar 19, 2015 Read →

Mitochondrial Function

EGCg may target protein to kill oral cancer cells

EGCg (epigallocatechin-3-gallate) the polyphenol found in green tea may cause apoptosis in oral cancer cells while leaving normal cells alone according to…

Mar 12, 2015 Read →