Articles by Shari Barbanel
Green Tea Ingredient May Ameliorate Memory Impairment, Brain Insulin Resistance and Obesity
A study published online in The FASEB Journal, involving mice, suggests that EGCG (epigallocatechin-3-gallate), the most abundant catechin and biologically active component in green tea, could alleviate high-fat and high-fructose (HFFD)-induced insulin resistance and cognitive impairment. Previous research pointed to the potential of EGCG to treat a variety of human diseases, yet until now, EGCG’s impact ...
Tai Chi May Help Prevent Falls in Older and At-risk Adults
An analysis of published studies indicates that tai chi may help reduce the number of falls in both the older adult population and at-risk adults. The findings, which are published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, offer a simple and holistic way to prevent injuries. Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice focused on ...
AAHP Highlights Expanded Homeopathic Drug Manufacturing Best Practices
The American Association of Homeopathic Pharmacists (AAHP) recently hosted a webinar on 2017 improvements to the Homeopathic Pharmacopeia of the United States (HPUS). Highlighting new manufacturing best practices in the HPUS—which more than tripled to 175 from 40 in the prior version—the webinar underscored how this extensive resource can help manufacturers produce safe and effective homeopathic drug products. Recognized by the United States Federal ...
NUNM Names New Dean Of College of Naturopathic Medicine
National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) has appointed Shehab El-Hashemy (pronounced Sheh-HAHB El-hah-SHEH-me), ND, dean of the College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. El-Hashemy is an experienced naturopathic academic administrator, associate professor and practicing physician, as well as the author of two popular books on naturopathic and integrative primary care. Dean Melanie Henriksen, ND, LAc, CNM, who ...
Why Sugary Drinks and Protein-rich Meals Don’t Go Well Together
Having a sugar-sweetened drink with a high-protein meal may negatively affect energy balance, alter food preferences and cause the body to store more fat, according to a study published in the open access journal BMC Nutrition. “We found that about a third of the additional calories provided by the sugar-sweetened drinks were not expended, fat metabolism ...
MSACP Program Now Offered Online by NUHS
Health care providers will now be able to earn a post-professional degree in advanced clinical practice from National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) entirely online. “The program has been redesigned to help busy physicians more easily complete this advanced degree while managing their practices,” said Randy Swenson, DC, MHPE, NUHS vice president for academic services. The Master ...
AGS Test Now Offers More Comprehensive Report
Arizona-based Advanced Genomic Solutions (AGS) has announced that its Health & Wellness Genetic Test is now offering an even more comprehensive and actionable report to its clients. The new report provides additional personalized recommendations in three areas: Food/nutrition, Supplements and Exercise. The new reports follow AGS expanding its test to include additional genes, SNPs (single nucleotide ...
Klaire Labs, ProThera and Complementary Prescriptions to Be Unified Under Klaire Labs Brand
Klaire Labs (Reno, NV) parent, SFI USA has announced that sister brands, ProThera and Complementary Prescriptions will begin a transition to unify under a single brand moving forward: Klaire Labs. As a component of this transition, the company will also introduce a modernized design based on the legacy Klaire logo. Harmonization of the three originator ...
FDA Delays Rolling Out New Nutrition Facts Label
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) delayed indefinitely implementation of a new nutrition facts label that would enlarge calorie counts, itemize added sugar and bring serving sizes in line with actual average portions, according to Reuters. The rule, which had been championed by former first lady Michelle Obama, had been scheduled to go into ...
Vitamin D May Improve Sunburn, According to New Clinical Trial
High doses of vitamin D taken one hour after sunburn significantly reduce skin redness, swelling and inflammation, according to double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial out of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. The trial results were recently published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. In the study, 20 participants were ...
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