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Mar 09 2025 259 ep. 9 mins 1
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My Personal Biomedical Research Feed - Ralph Turchiano, CEO Alchepharma

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Slowing Down Aging: The Power of Vitamin D, Omega-3, and Exercise EP. 1231 MAR 2025

Mar 09 2025 5 mins  
This research, a component of the larger DO-HEALTH trial, specifically examined the impact of vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, and exercise on DNA methylation clocks, indicators of biological aging, in a subset of approximately 777 older adults. While the broader DO-HEALTH trial included over 2,000 participants, this particular study focused on those with available DNA methylation d

Breakthrough in Depression Research: Lycopene and Synaptic Plasticity Ep. 1130 MARCH 2025

Mar 02 2025 7 mins  
This groundbreaking study has shed light on the potential of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes, to combat depression-like behavior in mice subjected to chronic social defeat stress, a model for chronic stress. Researchers found that lycopene treatment significantly alleviated these behaviors. The study's key discovery centers around synaptic plasticity, the bra

Hope for Heart Failure: New Research on Tricaprin Ep. 1229 FEB 2025

Feb 23 2025 5 mins  
Hope for Heart Failure: New Research on Tricaprin Ep. 1229 FEB 2025This study explored the potential benefits of tricaprin, a natural supplement, for individuals with a specific, less common type of heart failure. This particular form of heart failure makes it difficult for the body to process certain fats. The research suggests that tricaprin may offer a promising approach for imp

Anti-Graying Effects of Luteolin Ep. 1228 FEB 25

Feb 16 2025 5 mins  
A new study published in the journal Antioxidants investigated the effects of luteolin, a natural compound found in plants, on hair graying in mice. The researchers found that both external (topical) and internal (oral) administration of luteolin significantly reduced the number of gray hairs in the mice. The study also revealed that luteolin works by improving the signaling betwee

Brussels Chicory: The New Superfood for Athletes? Ep. 1227 FEB 25

Feb 09 2025 7 mins  
This research article investigated the effects of Brussels chicory on exercise performance and recovery in untrained college students. The study found that consuming Brussels chicory juice daily for 7 days increased time to exhaustion during high-intensity exercise by 8.3% in men and 12.2% in women. This improvement in performance was observed despite no significant changes in maxi

Elderberry Juice: Metabolic Breakthrough? Ep. 1226 JAN 2025

Feb 01 2025 5 mins  
A fascinating new study published in the journal Nutrients explored the impact of elderberry juice on metabolic health. Researchers had participants drink elderberry juice every day for one week, and the results were pretty amazing. They discovered that elderberry juice led to a significant 24% reduction in blood sugar levels after meals. This means the body became much better at

BC99: The Supplement That Could Revolutionize Strength Training Ep. 1225 JAN 2025

Jan 26 2025 6 mins  
A recent study published in the journal Nutrients investigated the effects of Weizmannia coagulans BC99 on strength performance and muscle quality in a group of male college students majoring in physical education. These students were likely already engaged in regular physical activity, making them a good test group for this type of supplement. Here's what the researchers foun

Maca: Unlocking Peak Performance? (New Research Review) EP. 1223 JAN 2025

Jan 12 2025 7 mins  
A groundbreaking 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis published in Nutrients investigated the effects of maca (Lepidium meyenii) on physical performance in both animals and humans. This comprehensive review analyzed numerous studies, finding compelling evidence that maca supplementation can significantly enhance various aspects of physical performance, including endurance, stre

Beetroot Juice: UNLOCK Your VO2 Max Potential? (New Research) Ep. 1224 JAN 2025

Jan 10 2025 7 mins  
This new research in Nutrients has exciting news for female athletes! Beetroot juice was shown to significantly improve VO2 max by 4.82%. That's a big deal because VO2 max is a key indicator of aerobic fitness and endurance. But that's not all – the study also found that beetroot juice enhanced breathing efficiency, meaning athletes could use oxygen more effectively during exerc

Danshen (red sage): Breakthrough for Men's Prostate Health? EP. 1222 JAN 2025

Jan 05 2025 9 mins  
A recent study investigated the effects of Salvia miltiorrhiza root extract (Danshen, also known as red sage), at two different dosages (400 mg/day and 800 mg/day), on men with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involved 136 male participants. The study found that Danshen, at both dosages, significantly improved LUTS compare