http://naturalstandard.com/current_news.xml Natural Standard News channel Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:05:01 GMT Copyright: (C) Natural Standard 720 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002011.asp There may be beneficial metabolic effects of high altitude environments on obese patients, according to a new study. Researchers found that some consequences of one week spent at higher altitudes persisted for nearly one month after returning to baseline. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Mon, 8 Feb 2010 14:06:32 GMT Mon Feb 8 14:06:32 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002010.asp A new animal suggests that increasing brain magnesium using a new compound, magnesium-L-threonate (MgT), may help improve memory. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Mon, 8 Feb 2010 13:52:52 GMT Mon Feb 8 13:52:52 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002009.asp Higher dietary intake of folic acid was associated with lower risk of developing pancreatic cancer in women, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Fri, 5 Feb 2010 19:54:39 GMT Fri Feb 5 19:54:39 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002008.asp New evidence suggests that lower serotonin levels may be associated with an increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Thu, 4 Feb 2010 16:27:45 GMT Thu Feb 4 16:27:45 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002007.asp The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)/National Institutes of Health (NIH) Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research is sponsoring a symposium entitled: Developments in Botanical Dietary Supplements Research from 1994 to Today. The meeting will be held on March 23, 2010 at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaz For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Wed, 3 Feb 2010 16:23:28 GMT Wed Feb 3 16:23:28 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002006.asp The Lancet has retracted a controversial 1998 study that suggested a potential link between autism and the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Wed, 3 Feb 2010 16:11:24 GMT Wed Feb 3 16:11:24 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002005.asp New evidence suggests that using nicotine patches for longer than the standard eight weeks may lead to extended abstinence, as long as treatment is maintained. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Tue, 2 Feb 2010 16:12:04 GMT Tue Feb 2 16:12:04 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002004.asp The Wall Street Journal interviewed Dr. Catherine Ulbricht, co-founder of Natural Standard and senior attending pharmacist at Mass General Hospital in Boston, to learn about the safety and effectiveness of detoxification foot pads. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Tue, 2 Feb 2010 15:45:23 GMT Tue Feb 2 15:45:23 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002003.asp Natural Standard is offering a series of upcoming complimentary webinars on integrative medicine. Natural Standard offers these impartial webinars as an informational public service. All webinars are recorded and archived at www.naturalstandard.com/webinars. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Tue, 2 Feb 2010 14:31:25 GMT Tue Feb 2 14:31:25 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002002.asp The 2010 Integrative Healthcare Symposium will be held February 25-27 at the Hilton New York in New York City. Attend to be inspired through keynote and plenary sessions by renowned speakers, including: Christiane Northrup, MD; Jeffrey Bland, PhD, FACN, CNS; Jay Lombard, DO; Bernie Siegel, MD and James Gordon, MD. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Tue, 5 Jan 2010 17:04:43 GMT Tue Jan 5 17:04:43 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201002001.asp The Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) presents: Advanced Practice Module: Restoring Gastrointestinal Equilibrium -- Practical Applications for Understanding, assessing, and Treating Gut Dysfunction. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Mon, 9 Nov 2009 21:14:44 GMT Mon Nov 9 21:14:44 EST 2009 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201001101.asp A laboratory study suggests that apigenin, a flavonoid compound found in celery and parsley, may hold promise in the prevention of leukemia. However, it may also potentially interfere with cancer treatment. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:01:28 GMT Sat Jan 30 00:01:28 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201001100.asp Supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids may not help prevent recurrent preterm birth, suggests a new study. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 22:39:27 GMT Fri Jan 29 22:39:27 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201001099.asp Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be associated with lead exposure, according to a recent study. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:57:00 GMT Fri Jan 29 21:57:00 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201001098.asp The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)/National Institutes of Health (NIH) Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research is sponsoring a symposium entitled: Developments in Botanical Dietary Supplements Research from 1994 to Today. The meeting will be held on March 23, 2010 at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaz For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:28:32 GMT Fri Jan 29 14:28:32 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201001097.asp Starbucks Coffee Company is voluntarily recalling its glass water bottles due to a laceration hazard. The bottle or its stopper can shatter when the consumer is removing or inserting the stopper. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:40:46 GMT Thu Jan 28 20:40:46 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201001096.asp Dermatomyositis is an inflammatory disease marked by muscle weakness and skin rash. A rash with bluish-purple or red discolorations typically develops on the eyelids and on muscles used to extend or straighten joints, including knuckles, elbows, heels and toes. 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The recall affects more than 2 million u For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:38:02 GMT Wed Jan 27 22:38:02 EST 2010 http://naturalstandard.com/index-rss.asp?file=/monographs/news/news201001093.asp Low blood levels of folate may be associated with an increased prevalence of depressive symptoms in men, suggests a Japanese study. For more information, visit www.naturalstandard.com. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:03:21 GMT Wed Jan 27 22:03:21 EST 2010