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Astragalus: New Anti-Aging Research Ep. 1237 APR 2025

Apr 20 2025 7 mins

This video explores a comprehensive review published in the journal Nutrients focusing on Astragalus membranaceus and its potential role in delaying aging. What's fascinating is the breadth of mechanisms discussed: the review highlights how active phytochemicals in Astragalus root – like specific polysaccharides, flavonoids, and saponins – exert powerful antioxidant, anti-i

Stop Muscle Loss: New Research on Nutrition Ep/ 1236 APR 2025

Apr 13 2025 7 mins

This research overview explores nutritional approaches to combat muscle loss, also known as sarcopenia, a common age-related issue. The study emphasizes the critical role of diet in maintaining muscle health and strength. Key nutrients like protein, vitamin D, leucine, creatine, and HMB are discussed regarding their impact on muscle protein synthesis, directly affecting the progres

Magnesium for Migraine Relief: New Study Highlights Benefits Ep. 1235 APR 2025

Apr 06 2025 7 mins

A recent review published in Nutrients explored the potential benefits of magnesium supplementation for migraine management. The research analyzed existing studies and found that magnesium may play a significant role in alleviating migraine symptoms. Specifically, the review indicates that magnesium can influence neurological pathways involved in migraine attacks, potentially reduc

Keyfobell Powder: A Natural Growth Hormone Alternative? Ep. 1234 MAR 2025

Mar 30 2025 7 mins

This research explored the potential of Keyfobell Powder (KFB), a novel extract, to mimic the longitudinal bone growth effects of somatropin (human growth hormone) through the upregulation of IGF-1. KFB is composed of a mixture of Astragalus membranaceus water extract, red ginseng (Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer) 30% ethanolic extract, and Cervi Parvum Cornu 50% ethanolic extract, mixed

4X Thicker Hair? Gynostemma pentaphyllum Clinical Trial Results Ep. 1233 MAR 2025

Mar 23 2025 5 mins

4X Thicker Hair? Gynostemma pentaphyllum Clinical Trial Results Ep. 1233 MAR 2025A recent randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial published in Nutrients (2025) investigated the therapeutic potential of Gynostemma pentaphyllum extract for enhancing hair health. The study involved participants experiencing hair thinning. After 24 weeks, the Gynostemma pentaphyllum

Yacon Syrup: A Healthy Sweetener for Weight Loss? Ep. 1232 MAR 2025

Mar 16 2025 5 mins

This systematic review, published in Nutrients in 2025, examined the multifaceted health impacts of Yacon syrup, focusing on its role as a natural sweetener and its potential benefits for weight management and overall well-being. Yacon syrup, derived from the Yacon plant, is valued for its sweet taste and high content of fructooligosaccharides (FOS), which function as prebiotics. T

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