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Capsaicin, In Red Pepper Inhibits the Growth of Fat Cells

Posted: Thursday, March 08, 2007

Obesity may be reduced by preventing immature fat cells (adipocytes) from developing into mature cells, and other studies have shown that capsaicin can decrease the amount of fat tissue and decrease fat levels in the blood.

Consuming 3 Cups of Coffee Reduces Cognitive Decline In Elderly Men

Posted: Thursday, March 08, 2007

"Men who consumed coffee had a 10-year cognitive decline of 1.2 points (4%). Non-consumers had an additional decline of 1.4 points.

Benefits of Chromium Picolinate In Diabetes Management

Posted: Thursday, February 08, 2007

In a peer-reviewed analysis, it was shown that chromium picolinate has a positive effect in improving glycemic control and lipids in Type 2 diabetes.

Old Cholesterol Remedy Makes a Comeback

Posted: Friday, February 02, 2007

Studies show that adding niacin to a statin can raise HDL’s as much as 35% and reduce triglycerides by 50% and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke by 70 percent.

New Combination of Chromium Picolinate + Biotin Improves Glucose Control

Posted: Thursday, January 18, 2007

A daily supplement of chromium picolinate and biotin improved glucose tolerance by 15 per cent, compared to placebo, says a new study from Yale University.

Use Folic Acid to Cut Heart Disease, Say Experts

Posted: Thursday, November 30, 2006

The scientific evidence is strong enough to justify using folic acid as a cheap and simple way of reducing heart disease and strokes, say researchers in this week’s BMJ.

A Cup of Confusion: Is Coffee Healthy or Not?

Posted: Thursday, November 30, 2006

New studies suggest java helps protect against major diseases, including diabetes.

Alpha-Lipoic Acid Improves Diabetic Neuropathy

Posted: Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Acording to a report in the November issue of Diabetes Care, Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) given orally improves symptoms in patients with diabetic polyneuropathy.

Milk Thistle Extract Helps with Diabetes Control

Posted: Thursday, November 09, 2006

A daily supplement of extracts from Milk Thistle significantly lowered fasting glucose levels by 15 per cent.

Popular Antiaging Supplement, (DHEA), Has No Beneficial Effects

Posted: Wednesday, October 25, 2006

According to the results of a new study, DHEA, a widely used antiaging supplement has no effect on aging markers such as muscle strength, peak endurance, muscle mass, fat mass and glucose tolerance in elderly men and women.