2015-11-07 15:30:28 Rhodiola rosea is a medicinal plant with adaptogenic properties. This study measured the antiviral and antibacterial properties of the bioactive metabolites of Rhiodola in the serum of marathon runners . Marathon runners ingested…
Read More2015-06-11 10:00:48 There is some evidence that high-dose intravenous vitamin C (IVC) could increase the effectiveness of chemotherapy. In this study, the researchers carried out a phase I-II safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetic and efficacy trial of…
Read More2015-06-11 10:00:30 Can postmenopausal women absorb calcium from their diets even if calcium is low in their diets? This study evaluated calcium absorption in relation to vitamin D status (1). They measured calcium absorption from…
Read More2015-06-11 10:00:09 Those who undergo IVF can receive either acupuncture or whole systems traditional Chinese medicine (WS-TCM) as an adjuvant IVF treatment. WS-TCM is a complex intervention that includes herbal medicine, diet, and lifestyle recommendations.…
Read More2015-06-11 09:59:24 Obesity and its morbidities are a major health threat. Despite many diets and exercise programs available, interest in complementary and alternative (CAM) for obesity has increased. This study reviewed available articles and trials…
Read More2015-06-11 09:58:54 The acai fruit pulp may have effects on metabolic parameters. It is native to South America and has recently been popular as a functional food due to its antioxidant content. This is one…
Read More2015-04-15 08:29:30 Acupuncture has been used to treat knee pain, but there is still some debate on its efficacy. A randomized clinical trial was recently published to determine the efficacy of laser and needle acupuncture…
Read More2015-04-15 08:29:11 Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are increasing in number. Hydrotherapy is used as a treatment for children with disabilities and motor delays. An article was recently published that examined the effectiveness of hydrotherapy on…
Read More2015-04-15 08:28:51 Echinacea plant preparations are used for common colds. This high-level research identified pertinent studies that tested whether or not it was effective (1). The others found 24 trials with 4631 participants that were…
Read More2015-04-15 08:28:29 It is important to quantify the risks and benefits of any treatment approach. Chiropractic has in the past been criticized from a safety perspective due to an increased risk of stroke, and as…
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