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Antioxidants Beneficial in Extreme Exercise Training
Athletes who participate in "extreme" exercise, such as marathon running, may benefit from taking daily supplemental antioxidants, according to a new report in the European Journal of Physiology. The findings of this study suggest that taking daily supplemental antioxidants, such as a mixture of vitamins C and E and beta-carotene, provides extra protection during strenuous exercise that helps maintain adequate levels of antioxidants, possibly decreasing risk of developing infections.
Antioxidants are compounds that inhibit the formation of free radicals: highly reactive molecules that can damage different tissues and organs, including the immune system, and lead to the development of several chronic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
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Extract of Cat's Claw May Be Effective in Reducing Pain from Rheumatoid Arthritis
Those people taking certain medications for the discomfort of rheumatoid arthritis may find further relief by adding an age-old remedy to their treatment. According to a new study in the Journal of Rheumatology, an extract of cat's claw (Uncaria tomentosa), when taken with certain prescription medications, may reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
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St. John's Wort Helpful for Mild-to-Moderate Depression Despite Recent Medical Study
A standardized extract of St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) has been shown in several placebo-controlled studies to be useful in the treatment of mild-to-moderate depression. Other trials have shown that St. John's wort is as effective as many prescribed medications, including the selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), in reducing the severity of depression. A recent meta-analysis (a type of study that pools the results from several studies) concluded that St. John's wort was more effective than placebo and as effective as conventional antidepressants in the treatment of mild-to-moderate depression.
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Health Concerns - Children's Wellness |
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Vitamin B6 Supplement Helpful for Autistic Children
Vitamin B6 can increase the IQ of some children with pervasive developmental disorders (PDDs) - a group of conditions related to autism - according to a new report in Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology. This new study confirms previous research demonstrating that vitamin B6 supplementation (usually in combination with magnesium) is helpful for autistic children.
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