Month: July 2021
FDA’s Accelerated Drugs Remain in the Market Without Oversight for Effectiveness, says BMJ Report
Since the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) established its accelerated drugs approval pathway in 1992, nearly half (112) of the 253 drugs authorized have not been confirmed as clinically effective, an investigation by The BMJ has found. In a press statement, The BMJ says the “process is plagued byRead
Industry, Academia and Private Clinics Come Together to Provide a Naturopathic Residency Model
Residencies for medical doctors, where clinical experience is deepened and formalized, are paid for by the Federal government. This important component of medical education readies providers for successful employment and careers. At this time, naturopathic doctors (NDs) are not included in government funded free post-graduate residency opportunities. The Institute forRead
Case Study: Probiotics for Thrush in Patient with Persistent Lyme Disease
Candida Albicans is known as one of the most common species of yeast causing yeast and fungal infections in humans. In this case study, about the use of probiotics for thrush, a 38-year old woman contracted Lyme Disease while hiking. Her symptoms persisted for many months before she sought theRead
RNA Modifications Protect Against Liver Disease & Explain Differences Among Genders
A chemical modification that occurs in some RNA molecules as they carry genetic instructions from DNA to cells’ protein-making machinery may offer protection against non-alcoholic fatty liver, a condition that results from a build-up of fat in the liver and can lead to advanced liver disease, according to a studyRead
Autistic Children Show Underdeveloped Range & Volume of Gut Bacteria
As small study from the journal Gut sheds light on the bacterial composition of the gut in autistic children. Researchers say the gut bacteria is distinctive and underdeveloped, but is not related to their diet. The research found these children have significantly fewer bacteria linked to neurotransmitter activity and 5Read
CDC Changes Indoor Mask Recommendations
As a result of the rising rates of infection from the Delta-variant of the COVID-19 virus, the Centers for Disease Control reversed indoor mask recommendations under the following conditions: Fully vaccinated people should wear a mask in public indoor settings in areas of substantial or high transmission. See this searchableRead
DISCOVERY: Scientists Find Drug Metabolism in Intestines and Recycling in the Liver, in Mice
The liver is thought of as the critical organ for metabolizing drugs and botanicals. It’s true, however a team of University of Houston pharmaceutical researchers found a newly recognized process of drug metabolism in the intestines, in a mice study. This process is followed by recycling through the liver. “TheRead
Omega-3 Rich Diet Reduces Migraine Pain & Medication Reliance
A balance of fatty acids could play a significant role in migraine and headache reduction. While diet is well known as a trigger for headaches, this study published in The BMJ demonstrates the importance of omega-3 fatty acids from foods (supplements were not included in this study) for additional fewerRead
Whole Soybeans Reduce Hot Flashes in 84% of Study Subjects
Can eating soybeans reduce hot flashes during menopause? If the diet is rich in whole soy 9not isoflavones), it’s very likely. A new study, published by the North American Menopause Society in the journal Menopause, tested the theory that a plant-based diet rich in non-genetically modified, whole soybeans reduced moderate-to-severeRead
Congratulations to Omni Biotic on Winning NutraIngredient’s Probiotic of the Year, 2021
Today’s Practitioner congratulates Omni Biotic for receiving the Nutraingredients USA, Probiotic of the Year, 2021. AllergoSan USA’s Omni-Biotic Stress Release psychobiotic was recognized as Nutraingredients USA Probiotic of the Year. AllergoSan USA and Omni Biotic are hosts of the Microbiome Resource Center on this website (more here). “We congratulate OmniRead
