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Botanical Extracts that may Improve Cardiovascular Health

Flavoxine™/Citrofen™: Today, I came across a just recently published pilot study which published the results of a randomized controlled trial comparing a dietary supplement called NP 06-1 (Flavoxine™/Citrofen™) which contained a combination of two botanical extracts–Phellodendron amurense bark and Citrus sinesis peel in obese subjects with osteoarthritis. Both of these botanicals are fundamental herbs used

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How to Lower Your Blood Pressure Naturally?

As we get older, many of us become increasingly concerned with our blood pressure.  For those who meet the criteria for hypertension (BP > 140/90), this concern is of particular importance. Untreated hypertension can lead to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, congestive heart failure, and chronic kidney disease.  In that sense, controlling your

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Does Berry Fruit Consumption Improve Brain Function?

For those who’re concerned about age-related cognitive decline, consuming blueberries and strawberries just might be a way to help prevent it. We’ve all had our moments lately–“where did I put my car keys? or What was the name of that movie I saw last year, you know… the one with Jason Statham.”  Though we often

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Does Green Tea Improve Glucose Tolerance?

Green Tea and glucose tolerance? The results of a recent study suggest that supplementation with 3 capsules of green tea extract (total: 890 +/- 13 mg polyphenols and 366 +/- 5 mg EGCG) increased fat oxidation, insulin sensitivity, and glucose tolerance in young healthy men. “BACKGROUND: Green tea consumption is reportedly associated with various health-promoting

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Recent Study Highlights Protective Benefits of Green Tea

Benzene is an important industrial solvent that is used to make lubricants, dyes, detergents among other things…  However, benzene exposure can have serious adverse health effects including bone marrow suppression, cancer, anemia, and high-level exposure can result even in death. This recent study demonstrates that green tea can reduce oxidative stress induced by benzene exposure. 

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Nutritional Supplements for Weight Loss?

Weight loss is an important concern for the millions among us in the United States who suffer from obesity.  Obesity itself can have several adverse effects on our health. Though many people concern themselves with the cosmetic appearance of being overweight which include (in common vernacular) double chins, love handles, thunder thighs, cankles, beer bellies,

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