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16. October 2012
US military: Low omega-3 levels may boost suicide risk
US troops and service personnel with low levels of omega-3 are at increased risk of suicide, says a new study that potential opens the door to widespread omega-3 supplementation. Read the full story here: http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/US-military-Low-omega-3-levels-may-boost-suicide-risk
Continue reading...11. October 2012
‘Provocative’ and ‘exciting’: New study shows omega-3s may slow biological aging
Supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may improve the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids and slow a key biological process linked to aging, says ‘exciting’ new research. Read the full story here: http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Provocative-and-exciting-New-study-shows-omega-3s-may-slow-biological-aging
Continue reading...11. October 2012
Multivitamins may boost short-term memory, says meta-analysis
A daily multivitamin may improve immediate recall memory, according to a meta-analysis of 10 randomized, placebo-controlled trials. http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Multivitamins-may-boost-short-term-memory-says-meta-analysis
Continue reading...10. October 2012
Magnesium may reduce colon cancer risk: Meta-analysis
Increased intakes of magnesium may reduce the risk of developing colon cancer, says a new meta-analysis of data from 338,979 people. Read the full story here: http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Magnesium-may-reduce-colon-cancer-risk-Meta-analysis
Continue reading...9. October 2012
Omega-3’s may improve inflammatory profile in obese people
Daily supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce levels of inflammatory markers in the fat tissue of obese people, says a new study from Austria. Read the full article at: http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Omega-3-s-may-improve-inflammatory-profile-in-obese-people
Continue reading...9. October 2012
Tomato antioxidant tied to lower stroke risk
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Men who love their tomatoes may have lowered odds of suffering a stroke, a study out Monday suggests. Finnish researchers found that of more than 1,000 older men they followed, those with relatively high blood levels of the antioxidant lycopene were less likely to have a stroke over a dozen [...]
Continue reading...18. June 2012
Obesity, Depression Blamed for Daytime Sleepiness ‘Epidemic’
WEDNESDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) — Obesity has been linked to a host of health problems including heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers, and now new research adds excessive daytime sleepiness to this list. Well-publicized risks associated with excessive daytime sleepiness among adults include accidents caused by drowsy driving and workplace injuries. The new, related [...]
Continue reading...28. February 2012
Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?
FRIDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) — Depression can be a tough condition to diagnose accurately, but new research suggests that someday a blood test might help. It’s not clear how much the test might cost, and it needs more stringent validation before it will be ready to be used in medical offices. Still, “it appears [...]
Continue reading...28. February 2012
Obesity Appears Linked to Pain
FRIDAY, Feb. 10 (HealthDay News) — There’s a clear link between obesity and pain, suggests a new study that finds the heaviest people suffer the greatest discomfort. Researchers examined data from more than 1 million people who were asked about their health, pain and well-being in telephone surveys conducted between 2008 and 2010. Thirty-eight percent [...]
Continue reading...28. February 2012
Lead, Cadmium Levels in Blood Linked to Reduced Fertility
TUESDAY, Feb. 14 (HealthDay News) — High blood levels of cadmium in women and high levels of lead in males can make it difficult for couples to conceive, new research suggests. Cadmium is a metal that is used in batteries, metal coatings and plastics, but the most common source of cadmium exposure is cigarette smoke. [...]
Continue reading...30. September 2011
Antioxidant-rich cocoa shows short-term heart benefits: Harvard review
Related topics: Research, Antioxidants, carotenoids, Phytochemicals, plant extracts, Cardiovascular health Eating antioxidant-rich cocoa products may improve blood pressure and boost levels of good cholesterol, according to a meta-analysis of studies. Cocoa and chocolate: Not interchangeable terms Cocoa and chocolate: Not interchangeable terms Consumption of flavonoid-rich cocoa was associated with an average decrease in systolic blood [...]
Continue reading...20. September 2011
Olive oil slashes risk of stroke: Study
Consuming high levels of olive oil may help prevent a stroke in older people, according to new research. The study, published in Neurology, reports that higher dietary intakes of olive oil may reduce the risk of developing stroke by over 40 per cent. The researchers also reported that those with the highest levels of plasma [...]
Continue reading...15. September 2011
Omega-3 supplements show benefits against anxiety: Human data
A daily dose of 2.5 grams of omega-3s may reduce symptoms of anxiety by about 20%, according to new data from the Ohio State University. The study is reportedly the 1st to show anti-anxiety effects in people without an anxiety disorder The study is reportedly the 1st to show anti-anxiety effects in people without an [...]
Continue reading...13. September 2011
High Cholesterol Might Be Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
MONDAY, Sept. 12 (HealthDay News) — New research suggests that high cholesterol levels could boost the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by creating more brain-clogging bits known as plaque. The finding doesn’t directly prove that high cholesterol causes Alzheimer’s disease or that lowering it would reduce the risk. Also, researchers didn’t find any link between high [...]
Continue reading...30. August 2011
Probiotics may reduce anxiety and depression, suggests study
Probiotic bacteria may have the potential to alter brain neurochemistry, affecting anxiety and depression-related disorders, says new research. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, demonstrated that mice fed with Lactobacillus rhamnosus JB-1 showed significantly fewer stress, anxiety and depression-related behaviours than those fed with just broth. Moreover, the research [...]
Continue reading...30. August 2011
Omega-3 DHA may reduce the severity of stroke: Study
Consuming the omega-3 DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) may reduce the extent of damage following a stroke by 25%, suggests a new study with mice. Researchers from Université Laval in Canada report that feeding mice a diet rich in DHA for three months significantly reduced the severity of a stroke. “The consumption of omega-3s creates an anti-inflammatory [...]
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Dr. Alan H. Pressman
D.C., D.A.C.B.N.Whether hosting his radio show, “Healthline” or lecturing throughout the world, Dr. Alan Pressman shares his broad knowledge of health, nutrition and breakthrough medicine with obvious enthusiasm. He presents clear explanations of medical fact, tells personal stories for illustration and then asks questions to keep his listeners alert. He talks about wellness in a direct, lively style, so that people can hear, understand and incorporate his words into their lives.
Dr. Pressman’s extensive knowledge of health and medicine comes from the richness of his experience. He is a chiropractor and a New York State Board certified dietitian/nutritionist. He has been a Professor of Nutrition Research and Chairman of the Department of Clinical Nutrition at New York Chiropractic College and Associate Professor of Bio-nutrition at the University of Bridgeport. He has served numerous terms as president for the Council on Nutrition of the American Chiropractic Association and has been their Director of Education and Research. He is also a diplomate and past president of the American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition and a fellow of the International & American Association of Clinical Nutritionists.
Dr. Pressman has written 2 textbooks and 10 books for the general public. He has appeared on the major TV and radio networks and is the Director of Gramercy Health Associates in New York City, where he maintains his private practice.
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