Inflammation
Baby, It’s Cold OUCH-Side
Cold weather kicks up the joint pain and often muscle discomfort. Be ready! Nobody wants their mobility impaired. There’s way too much to do, especially around the holiday season. So much merriment to be had! However, pain, discomfort, inflammation and soreness can slow people down—and those who enjoy being active and fit will experience less-than-sufficient ...
Who Has Time for Pain?
People are stressed but want to enjoy full-plate lifestyles—they simply don’t have time to be timed-out by pain. Here’s how to help. The old joke about the guy who says to his doctor, “Hey Doc, it hurts when I do this,” to which the doctor advises, “Don’t do that” tends to tickle the funny bone. ...
Vitamin A May Reduce Pancreatitis Risk During ALL Treatment
Consuming a diet rich in vitamin A or its analogs may help prevent children and young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) reduce their risk of developing painful pancreas inflammation during chemotherapy treatment. Details about this potential dietary solution to prevent a potentially life-threatening adverse event were published in Science Translational Medicine. The research team was ...
Coffee With Milk May Have an Anti-inflammatory Effect
Can something as simple as a cup of coffee with milk have an anti-inflammatory effect in humans? Apparently so, according to a new study from the University of Copenhagen (Denmark). A combination of proteins and antioxidants doubles the anti-inflammatory properties in immune cells. The researchers hope to be able to study the health effects on ...
A Lactobacillus plantarum Postbiotic for Immunity
Most people in the natural products industry are familiar with probiotics and prebiotics, but not everyone is familiar with postbiotics. The focus of this article is on one particular postbiotic derived from Lactobacillus plantarum. Before getting into it, however, let’s first answer the following question. What Is a Postbiotic? Probiotics are friendly bacteria that confer ...
Combatting Pain and Inflammation
A panel of experts discuss causes and natural treatments for pain and inflammation so that patients can feel their best. Panelists: Kristin Chapman, Product Manager, Life Extension, Fort Lauderdale, FL, www.lifeextension.com Crystal M. Gossard, DCN, Education Specialist, Life Extension, Fort Lauderdale, FL, www.lifeextension.com Dayna Dye, Education Content Writer, Life Extension, Fort Lauderdale, FL, www.lifeextension.com Vanessa ...
Palmitoleic Acid: An Omega-7 Fatty Acid for Inflammation & Metabolic Wellness
Although the omega-3, 6, 7 and 9 category of fatty acids has grown consistently over the past few decades—and the worldwide market for fatty acids will grow from nearly $13.5 billion in 2018 to $17.5 billion by 20231—the public and the dietary supplement industry know the least about the value of the omega-7 fatty acids. ...
Research Review Shows Intermittent Fasting Works For Weight Loss, Health Changes
Intermittent fasting can produce clinically significant weight loss as well as improve metabolic health in individuals with obesity, according to a new study review led by University of Illinois, Chicago (UIC) researchers. “We noted that intermittent fasting is not better than regular dieting; both produce the same amount of weight loss and similar changes in ...
Tackling Pain & Inflammation
Education and prevention are key to managing this persistent problem. Achy back, hip, knee, shoulder pain and toothache are just a few examples of the various forms of pain and inflammation plaguing Americans. Unfortunately, pain and inflammation are incredibly prevalent problems that affect most people at some point during their lifetime. According to data from ...
Passing the Test
Testing technology continues to advance at tremendous speed, becoming more accurate, helping you to aid your patients/clients in a more customized and effective manner. The year 2020 will be historic for several reasons, notably the first pandemic in 102 years. It has left indelible marks on society, especially how people become more proactive in self-care ...
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