Elderberries reduce flu symptoms, researchers find
By Katherine Shagoury Elderberry fruit can help the body fight influenza, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Sydney in Australia, which was published in the...
Read MoreNew study shows how vitamin D affects immune system
By Katherine Shagoury Vitamin D affects key cells in the immune system and might influence susceptibility to diseases such as multiple sclerosis, according to new research from the University of...
Read MoreOne-third cancer patients use integrative care, study says
By Katherine Shagoury One-third of people with a cancer diagnosis use complementary and alternative medicines, including yoga, meditation, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and supplements, according to research from the University of...
Read MoreKid’s health the focus of new supplement line
By Katherine Shagoury A new supplement line created by DaVinci Laboratories of Vermont in collaboration with Matt Hand, DO, FAAP, takes on a unique focus for integrative medicine, children’s health....
Read MoreJAMA offers practical suggestions for obesity treatment
By Katherine Shagoury Despite perceptions and clear clinical guidelines, physicians rarely discuss, diagnose, or document overweight or obesity with patients, according to a new paper published last week in the...
Read MorePatients lose more weight when doctors give specific tips, study finds
By Katherine Shagoury When it comes to losing weight, doctors’ messages to their patients can make a powerful difference, according to new research from Duke University, which was published Wednesday...
Read MoreHigher egg and cholesterol consumption hikes heart disease, mortality risk
By Katherine Shagoury Adults who ate more eggs and dietary cholesterol had a significantly higher risk of cardiovascular disease and death, according to a new study from Northwestern Medicine, which...
Read MoreEducation correlates to higher dietary adherence, researchers find
By Katherine Shagoury Individuals are four times more likely to adhere to a Mediterranean diet when they are already familiar with the protocol, according to new research published in The...
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