Science Update (2)
The latest evidence-based reporting in Science Update (2).
Fully-referenced deep dives, written for practitioners and the science-curious.
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A hallmark of health is the ability to maintain homeostasis over time, which includes the ability to repair and regenerate cells and tissues when necessary. After intense physical activity and resistance training, muscle damage may occur, which is characterized by delayed onset muscle soreness, or D
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Insulin resistance is often preventable and reversible through lifestyle changes, proper nutrition, supplements, exercise and stress management. Weight loss and exercise are the best treatments for restoring the body's ability to respond to insulin.
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be debilitating, causing cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. IBS can affect one’s work, sleep, and relationships.
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Changes to bone integrity may occur throughout adulthood as a result of some modifiable and nonmodifiable risk factors; these include aging, certain concurrent illnesses, and genetics. Lifestyle factors such as physical activity and nutritional intake are thought to play a critical role in bone heal
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It’s estimated that 350 million people are affected by depression globally. The financial burden of depression in the U.S. is over $70 billion annually, and this number is expected to rise. In developing countries, depression is a leading cause of disability.
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Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a molecule that is a byproduct of many critical biochemical processes within the cell. It also participates as a second messenger in certain cell signaling pathways. However, hydrogen peroxide is also considered a major reactive oxygen species (ROS), and it easily breaks
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Oral hygiene can be challenging to maintain while undergoing orthodontic treatment. For instance, fixed orthodontic treatments may cause the tooth surface to trap food or certain unwanted microbes such as Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans). S. mutans is the primary microbe associated with dental carie
Blood Sugar Management
Abnormalities in blood sugar regulation have been linked to changes in antioxidative status and the inflammatory response. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps support cellular function and normal inflammation. It has several forms that have different actions within the body. On a molecula
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Endometriosis is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus, mainly in ovaries or other parts of the abdomen, often resulting in severe pelvic pain and significant impacts on quality of life. It affects approximately 10% of reproductive-aged women; however, diagnosis i
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The challenges of maintaining bone integrity can increase as we age. Bone health can be affected by hormonal changes, nutritional status, and lifestyle factors such as physical activity. Unbalanced inflammatory states have also been shown to negatively influence bone metabolism.
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Our understanding of the interplay between human health and the gut microbiome continues to evolve. Newer research suggests that the combination of probiotics and the molecules that “feed” the gut microbiome (prebiotics) may play a synergistic role in support of optimal health and a normal immune re