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May 12, 2008 |
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S-Adenosyl methionine (SAMe) versus celecoxib for the treatment of osteoarthritis symptoms: A double-blind cross-over trial [ISRCTN36233495] – Source: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, Feb 2004
The dietary supplement SAMe had a slower onset of action but supported improved comfort in knee osteoarthritis patients as effectively as the prescription drug celecoxib (brand name CelebrexR). [Source: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, Feb 2004] |
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May 09, 2008 |
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Curcumin and cancer: An ‘old-age’ disease with an ‘age-old’ solution – Source: Cancer Letters, May 5, 2008
MD Anderson Cancer Center summarizes research indicating the potential benefits of curcumin to support the body’s defenses against various types of cancer (not to mention many other conditions, from arthritis to psoriasis). [Source: Cancer Letters, May 5, 2008] |
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May 06, 2008 |
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Letters From Our Readers - Comments & Suggestions 05-07-08
Letters From Our Readers - Comments & Suggestions 05-07-08 |
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May 06, 2008 |
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Letters From Our Readers - Q&A Session 05-07-08
Letters From Our Readers - Q&A Session 05-07-08 |
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May 02, 2008 |
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Treatment of osteoarthritis with PycnogenolR. The SVOS (San Valentino Osteo-arthrosis Study): Evaluation of signs, symptoms, physical performance and vascular aspects – Source: Phytotherapy Research, Apr 2008
Osteoarthritis study reports supplementation with antioxidant bark extract may support symptom improvement & analgesic use reduction.[Source: Phytotherapy Research, Apr 2008] |
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May 01, 2008 |
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Arthritis develops but fails to resolve during inhibition of cyclooxygenase 2 [COX-2] in a murine model of Lyme disease – Source: Arthritis and Rheumatism, Apr 25, 2008
COX-2 is an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain. COX-2 inhibitor products include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin or ibuprofen. This animal study suggests COX-2 inhibitors may also inhibit inflammation-resolving ‘signaling molecules’ made by oxygenation of the omega-3 fatty acid found in fish oil. [Source: Arthritis and Rheumatism, Apr 25, 2008] |
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Apr 29, 2008 |
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Cod liver oil (omega-3 fatty acids) as an non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug sparing agent in rheumatoid arthritis – Source: Rheumatology, May 2008
39% of RA patients taking fish oil cut their need for NSAID pain relievers (such as ibuprofen, aspirin) by more than one-third while also reducing pain scores. These pain relievers are associated with gastrointestinal and cardiovascular side effects. Free full text available online. [Source: Rheumatology, May 2008] |
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Apr 24, 2008 |
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Effects of acute and 14-day coenzyme Q10 supplementation on exercise performance in both trained and untrained individuals – Source: Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Mar 2008
Supplementation with CoQ10 supported increased treadmill performance (time to exhaustion) vs. placebo group. Within the cells' energy-producing mitochondria, an increased concentration of CoQ10 both (1) increased oxygen consumption for production of ATP (chemical energy) and (2) lowered oxidative stress. [Source: Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Mar 2008] |
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Apr 24, 2008 |
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Effects of yogurt and bifidobacteria supplementation on the colonic microbiota in lactose-intolerant subjects - Source: Journal of Applied Microbiology, Feb 2008
Addressing lactose intolerance may be a matter of probiotics. This international study reports that dietary B longum in capsules or B animalis in yogurt modified bacterial populations & lactose metabolism in the colon and alleviated symptoms. [Source: Journal of Applied Microbiology, Feb 2008 ] |
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Apr 15, 2008 |
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Comparison of therapeutic effects of omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid and fluoxetine, separately and in combination, in major depressive disorder - Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, Mar 2008
A double-blinded trial of omega-3 (fish oil) supplementation & a commonly prescribed antidepressant (generic name fluoxetine) found that results among those given the fish oil alone matched results for those given the drug alone. Further, results were "significantly better" for patients taking a combination of omega-3 & fluoxetine than for those taking either alone. [Source: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, Mar 2008] |
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