Integrative Medicine Alert – March 1, 2011
March 1, 2011
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Coenzyme Q10 for Heart Disease
Coenzyme q10 (coq10) has been recommended for a wide range of cardiac conditions. -
Probiotics Effectively Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Children
Results of this 8-week clinical trial demonstrated the efficacy of Lactobacillus rhamnosus strain GG (LGG) in reducing the frequency and severity of pain in children with irritable bowel syndrome or functional abdominal pain. Benefits persisted for 8 weeks after cessation of treatment. Additionally, small intestinal permeability was decreased in children with IBS treated with LGG. -
Salvia: From Grandma Anna to Hannah Montana?
Salvia is back in the news, but is well known to healer's through the ages. -
Acupuncture — The Seen, Unseen, and Adenosine
In this exquisite set of methodical laboratory investigations, researchers tested whether adenosine might play a pivotal role in the analgesic effects associated with acupuncture. Their results suggest that the search for a mechanism of action behind this traditional therapy may be near its end. -
Over-Energized Kids — Energy Drinks
A review article examining the potential adverse effects of energy drinks on kids generated a lot of buzz recently in the lay media. The beverage industry countered with information of its own, but the research referenced in the journal article lays out a solid foundation against the drinking of energy drinks, especially in children. -
Meditation for Fibromyalgia: Yea or Nay?
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) was investigated as an intervention for fibromyalgia patients in a 3-armed randomized controlled trial using health-related quality of life at the end of 2 months as the primary outcome. While the study did not support the efficacy of MBSR for the treatment of FM for this outcome, some secondary outcome variables demonstrated improvement.