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[Extra! Extra!] Intermitting Fasting + Exercise = More Fat Loss

by Lisa Schofield | May 1, 2025

A new study finds that when healthy adults combine an eight-hour eating window with regular exercise, they lose more fat—without sacrificing lean muscle—compared to exercise alone. “We saw that this did lead to more fat loss and reduced body fat percentage over time when healthy adults were following both exercise with time-restricting eating compared to ...

[Extra Extra] Kava: Too Dangerous for Stress Relief?

by Mike Straus | April 1, 2025

Kava is a traditional herbal medicine with a long history of use by Pacific Islanders; it’s well-known for its anxiety-relieving and stress-reducing properties. While kava is commonly ground into a pulp and added to water to create a ceremonial beverage, its use as an anxiety-reducing herb may pose risks. According to Mount Sinai, over 30 ...

[Extra Extra] Newton Homeopathics for Seasonal Wellness

by Eric Munson | April 1, 2025

Marge Roberts, BSN, MSHP, DAHom, CEO and president of Newtom Homeopathics (Conyers, GA) and the Academy of Clinical Homeopathy, elaborated on how three Newton products, Pollen~Weeds, Detoxifier and I-Waker. “The homeopathic approach to allergies is to include remedies made from the actual offending pollens, foods, or substances,” Roberts said. Pollen~Weeds The Newton Homeopathics Pollen~Weeds formula ...

[Extra Extra] The Right Gut Enzymes Can Stop Proliferation of C. difficile

by Lisa Schofield | April 1, 2025

Researchers found that certain enzymes within a class known as bile salt hydrolases (BSHs) can restrict Clostridioides difficile (C. diff.) colonization by both altering existing bile acids and by creating a new class of bile acids within the gut’s microbial environment. The work could lead to ‘designer’ probiotics that protect against disease by introducing specific ...

[Extra! Extra!] Menopausal Hormone Therapies: Each Presents Unique Challenges

by Lisa Schofield | March 1, 2025

In a new study, researchers analyzed the effects of seven different hormone treatments for menopausal symptoms on the risk of blood clots, stroke and heart attack. The study, which involved around one million women aged between 50 and 58, is the largest and most comprehensive study of currently prescribed hormonal substances in the world. The ...

[Extra! Extra!] The eSports Market Continues to See Rapid Growth

by Mike Straus | March 1, 2025

eSports are a rapidly growing subsegment of the active nutrition market, with the global eSports market estimated to reach $9.1 billion by 2032, according to Meticulous Research. This growth is driven primarily by a growing interest in eSports events and tournaments, along with a low barrier to entry for new players. As the eSports market ...

[Extra! Extra!] How Zoom Impacted the Beauty Market

by Eric Munson | March 1, 2025

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Zoom and other types of video conferencing applications became the standard. According to Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, the use of video conferencing platforms skyrocketed, and people stared at their own faces more than ever before. Along with close-up views, came increased interest in achieving the best-looking skin and hair. Many ...

Scientists Discover When Good Cholesterol Turns Harmful

by Lisa Schofield | January 31, 2025

It’s true – too much of a good thing can sometimes be a bad thing. Take high-density lipoproteins, or “good” cholesterol. Researchers have discovered that certain components of high-density lipoproteins (HDL) may be associated with an increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease. “During routine checkups, adults have their cholesterol levels tested, which includes both ‘bad’ (LDL) ...

Pet Mycoprotein Ingredient May Reduce Dogs’ Cancer Risk

by Mike Straus | January 31, 2025

A 2024 study by researchers at Brazil’s Federal University of Paraná examined the effects of Finnish brand Enifer’s PEKILO Pet, a mycoprotein ingredient that’s rich in beta-glucan, on cancer risk in dogs. The six-week study on 16 beagles demonstrated that PEKILO Pet increased the production of short-chain fatty acids and improved gut microbiome diversity. In ...

[Extra! Extra!] Knee OA May be Detected by Blood Tests

by Lisa Schofield | January 2, 2025

A blood test successfully predicted knee osteoarthritis at least eight years before tell-tale signs of the disease appeared on X-rays, according to researchers from Duke University Medical Center. The researchers validated the accuracy of the blood test that identifies key biomarkers of osteoarthritis (OA). They showed that it predicted development of the disease, as well ...

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