Nutritional Medicine
Beyond Good and Bad: Shifting the Perspective on Cholesterol
Since 1950, heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States. And after decades of research, billions of dollars spent on studies related to prevention and treatment, and a clear understanding of risk factors, one person still dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. We knowRead
Study Finds that Pregnant Women Fall Short of Key Nutrient
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats, meaning our bodies can’t produce them, so it’s essential to get them from our diets, the primary sources being cold-water fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel. Among their noted health benefits, omega-3s can help reduce triglyceride levels, raise HDL (good) cholesterol levels, andRead
Potassium Shows Impressive Blood Pressure Benefits
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is known as the “silent killer” because it presents few, if any, symptoms and yet is responsible for more than 11 million deaths each year. For decades, scientists have warned of the risks of a high-sodium diet, as study after study has shown that not onlyRead
GlyNAC Research Review and Clinical Considerations
Supplementing Glycine and N-Acetylcysteine (GlyNAC) in Older Adults Improves Glutathione Deficiency, Oxidative Stress, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Inflammation, Physical Function, and Aging Hallmarks: A Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journals of Gerontology. 2023 Jan 26;78(1):75-89. Clinical Implications From a clinical perspective, GlyNAC could be utilized in a practice setting as a potential Read
Specific Ingredients Address the Triad of Cardiovascular Concerns
Cholesterol receives the lion’s share of attention regarding heart health, but in reality, cholesterol is part of a triad of factors that need to be addressed to support the cardiovascular system. Triglycerides and C-reactive protein (CRP) are equally important in heart health. In this article, I’ll discuss the importance ofRead
More Bad News for Expectant Mothers
In April 2023, we highlighted a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showing that the majority of pregnant women fail to get adequate nutrition from their diets—and almost 99 percent of the prenatal supplements on the market fail to fill in the gaps. Now, new research fromRead
Treating Long COVID: What We Know So Far
Current findings shed light on its pathogenesis and progression—and offer promising protocols to improve patients’ lives. As the initial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic subsides, health care practitioners are facing its weighty aftermath—long COVID, and its plethora of respiratory, neurologic, cardiovascular and other symptoms that can linger for weeks, monthsRead
Study Finds New Role for Vitamin D in Cancer Treatment
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a fairly common side effect of cancer treatment, affecting some 30-40 percent of patients. It occurs when the drugs used to treat cancer cause damage to nerves away from the brain and spinal cord, causing symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, numbness, and loss ofRead
Best Practices for Supplement Inventory Management
Providing patients with a curated selection of supplements can increase regimen compliance and introduce a new revenue stream to your practice. However, handling inventory is easily the most time-consuming, frustrating, and expensive aspect of providing this amenity. Here are a few best practices that can help you avoid common challengesRead
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) Levels are Depleted by Cholesterol-lowering Medications
Use of certain cholesterol-lowering medication is increasing over time1 Nine out of 10 adults using a cholesterol-lowering medication take a statin1 Cholesterol-lowering statins can significantly lower the amount of CoQ10 (ubiquinone) in the blood3-6 Statins can lower the amount of CoQ10 in the body, even when a patient has taken a standard doseRead