August 2, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 2 August 2021 in Supplements, Blood Pressure

Tags:  high blood pressure, exercise

Magnesium Supplements Reduces High Blood Pressure

Source: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (September 2017) Nutrition / Natural Medicine Update (January 17, 2017) Today I am citing a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in September 2017. The study was designed to examine how magnesium supplementation reduces high blood pressure in individuals who were prediabetic, had insulin resistance or had noncommunicable chronic diseases.  What ...

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July 5, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 5 July 2021 in Supplements, Cardiovascular disease

Tags:  CoQ10, Stroke

How Drugs Deplete CoQ10 and Why It Matters?

Source: Multiple Source (see References Below) Nutrition / Natural Medicine Update (January 8, 2017) Coenzyme Q10 (or CoQ10) is a vitamin-like substance that your body makes and needs. CoQ10 is required by all the body cells to help convert food into energy.  It acts as a shuttle service that carries hydrogen electrons down the cell’s step-down transformer system within the ...

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June 28, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 28 June 2021 in Supplements, Diet

Tags:  Hot Flashes, PMS, Menopause

Natural Management of Premenstrual Syndrome(PMS)

Introduction The Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a recurrent, variable cluster of troublesome physical and emotional symptoms that develop during the 7-14 days before the onset of menses and subside when menstruation occurs.  Approximately one-third of all premenopausal women are affected, primarily those 25-40 years of age. Although not every woman experiences all the symptoms or signs at one time, many ...

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June 14, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 14 June 2021 in Supplements, Blood Pressure

Tags:  lifestyle, high blood sugar

Hawthorn: The three-in-one natural remedy for high blood pressure

IntroductionMany practitioners are aware that CoQ10 supplementation can be very beneficial in preventing and treating congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, various cardiomyopathies, Parkinson's disease, and as part of the adjunctive nutritional management of cancer.In addition to CoQ10, the flavonoids found in the leaves and berries of Hawthorn, have also been used for many of the same purposes, with respect ...

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June 7, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 7 June 2021 in Supplements, Depression

Tags:  cortisol levels, mental health

A Supplement for Stress Reduction?

Source: Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine (2012) Nutrition / Natural Medicine Update We all know that stress has become a significant factor in the increasing number of reported mental health disabilities, and a contributor to various physical health conditions, such as ulcers, high blood pressure, heart disease, and so on. A very intriguing study was published in the Indian Journal ...

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May 24, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 24 May 2021 in Vitamin, Supplements, Aging

Tags:  skin health, premature skin wrinkling

How To Perfect Skin In 30 Days?

IntroductionIn recent years clinical and experimental studies have shown that the health, appearance, and texture of the skin is strongly influenced by nutritional factors, which work from the inside out. As well, conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, seborrhea, acne, rosacea and poor complexion problems, have been shown to respond favorably to the use of specific nutritional supplements. This article reviews the key ...

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May 10, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 10 May 2021 in Supplements, Diet

Tags:  skin health, Liver Damage

Nutritional Factors That Enhance Detoxification

IntroductionVarious studies often emphasized on nutritional factors that enhance detoxification.The role of dietary manipulation and nutritional supplementation has been shown to be of clinical importance in the prevention and treatment of various skin conditions.1,3 For this reason a number of health and allied health professionals have shown increasing interest in the use of nutrition and supplementation as part of an evidence-based ...

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April 26, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 26 April 2021 in Heatlh assesment, Supplements

Tags:  cortisol levels, adrenal fatigue

Adrenal And Thyroid Support supplements Connection

Introduction Recently the practitioners have shown keen interest in studies and research on adrenal gland and thyroid function. There is more emphasis on adrenal support supplements and thyroid support supplements to improve the overall functionality of the body. Before we go deep into the adrenal/thyroid link, in my previous article I outlined the connection between adrenal fatigue and thyroid dysfunction. ...

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March 29, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 29 March 2021 in Supplements, Diet

Tags:  lifestyle, Nutrients

Male Fertility: Influence of Diet and Lifestyle

Source: Proceedings of Royal Society B. Biological Sciences Journal – 2017 Nutrition / Natural Medicine Update (October 18, 2017) Male fertility is least talked about as most of us are keen in understanding the nutritional status of a woman's body prior to conception, during pregnancy and during the lactation period are critical to the growth and development of the fetus ...

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March 22, 2021

by Dr. James Meschino on 22 March 2021 in Supplements, Depression

Tags:  health management, mental health

Combating Burnout Using Rhodiola Rosea extract

Source: Journal Neuropsychiatric Diseases and Treatment (March 2017)Nutrition / Natural Medicine UpdateIn recent times, Rhodiola rosea extract is often highlighted by the researchers to combat burnout issues. We know that burnout is a common problem in society today, and it accounts for an increasing number of disability claims.The increasing demands of our fast-paced life, coupled with multiple responsibilities and demands ...

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