Kim Stewart 
Extracts from the seeds of the Ginkgo biloba tree show antibacterial activity on pathogens that can cause skin infections such as acne, psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema, according to a study from Emory University. Frontiers in Microbiology published the results of laboratory experiments showing that the extracts inhibit the growth ofRead
In recent months the humble egg has taken a beating. In April, a study suggested that daily egg consumption posed a heart health risk. A new study from Finland, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, counters this theory and shows that a moderately high intake of dietary cholesterolRead
In recent years, collagen has become the go-to dietary supplement for morning smoothies and coffee as well as afternoon energy drinks for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Collagen peptides are well-established as a source of functional peptides with biological activity, such as improving skin elasticity, recovering lost cartilageRead
On Today’s Practitioner, we’ve been a champion of reporting on the importance of regulating gut bacteria for mood disorders (see our Mood and Microbiome Resource Center here). A review study including 1,500 participants, published in General Psychiatry, showed that anxiety symptoms might be reduced by taking steps to regulate theRead
As a recovered cancer patient, who used integrative treatment options during my care and do so today for recovery, I wasn’t surprised by a recent JAMA Oncology study showing that one-third of cancer patients use complementary and alternative therapies, such as such as meditation, yoga, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and supplements.Read
We recently reported an animal study showing that high-fructose corn syrup may be a contributing factor to the rising rates of colon and rectal cancer among young adults. A new observational study from The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology journal looked at long-term data for colon and rectal cancer incidence inRead
A new study, published in Biological Psychiatry, by University of Michigan Medical School suggests that during the first year of medical residency for doctors is so stressful that it accelerates cellular aging. It’s the first longitudinal study of people exposed to such prolonged stress. Stress is a key precipitant forRead
It’s hard to imagine that the intoxicating scents of lavender, rose and jasmine are powerful enough to relax a woman during the pain and high anxiety of labor. The fascinating science of aromatherapy is known to reduce anxiety, which is why it is an ideal solution to reduce pain andRead
A new finding shows that several species of bacteria reside in bladder tissue of postmenopausal women who experience recurrent urinary tract infections (RUTIs). The results represent the first systematic analysis of biopsies from patients in this population. A new finding by researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas andRead
