2014-11-07 14:03:55 A meta-analysis was conducted of named diet programs (1). A meta-analysis is typically considered the highest level of evidence because it incorporates the results of many high-quality studies. In this case, the authors…
Read More2014-11-07 14:03:33 A new study was published that examined self-monitoring and self-titration of antihypertensives in a high risk group (1). A primary care, unblinded, randomized clinical trial involving 552 patients who were aged at least…
Read More2014-11-07 14:03:10 In this study, the authors investigated whether vitamin D levels predict dementia risk, as high vitamin D status has been hypothesized to protect against it (1). The study was based on the Mini-Finland…
Read More2014-11-07 14:02:37 A recently published randomized controlled trial was completed that utilized an extension trial of qigong (Chaoyi Fanhuan qigong or CFQ in particular), for patients with fibromyalgia (1). Participants received instruction in qigong (level…
Read MoreAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurological concern. The estimated prevalence in children is approximately 5.29% worldwide. A Dutch study found that 70% of these children may continue to be affected as adults.…
Read MoreAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a neuromuscular disease that is characterized by progressive nerve cell death leading to muscle weakness, paralysis and severe physical dysfunction. Approximately 2,500-3,000 Canadians currently…
Read MoreThe thyroid gland is an endocrine organ responsible for metabolism in the body, regulating functions such as energy use, body temperature and heart rate. The thyroid gland first produces and secretes the hormone thyroxine (T4),…
Read MoreS-Adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is a molecule that is distributed widely throughout the body and is crucial in a number of biochemical reactions. SAMe first garnered research attention in the 1970s, and has been used as an…
Read MoreThe word “infertility” tends to conjure up images of women. Generally speaking, the woman is the one who is given responsibility in all aspects of child-bearing, and most times the main aspects of child-rearing in…
Read More