GLP1 Inhibitors, Headaches and More

From eNewsletter 4/16/2025

DID YOU KNOW that coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), magnesium, and 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) deficiencies may be associated with fibromyalgia (FM) symptoms?

The objective of a Journal of Dietary Supplements study was to assess the effects of CoQ10, 5-Hydroxytryptophan, and magnesium supplementation in patients with FM. The single-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, two-period, two-sequence crossover study included adult patients diagnosed with FM for at least two years.

Pain intensity significantly decreased in both groups, while sleep quality and functional impact showed a significant reduction in the dietary supplement group. The total fatigue score improved significantly after 3 months of receiving the dietary supplements.

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Coronary Calcium Score and More

From eNewsletter 4/14/2025

DID YOU KNOW that an anti-inflammatory eating style directly lowers C-reactive protein levels?

If you consistently read this newsletter or have seen Bonnie or myself, you know how significant the C-reactive protein blood test is to gauge acute inflammation.

Researchers in a Frontiers in Nutrition study found anti-inflammatory diets were linked to significant reductions in Systolic Blood Pressure, Diastolic Blood Pressure, Low Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol, Total Cholesterol, and High-sensitivity C-reactive Protein.

High-sensitivity C-reactive protein is cardiac-specific, so this is great news for heart health prevention. If you feel you could benefit from an anti-inflammatory eating style, make an appointment!

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Lifestyle Choices With Huge Ramifications

From eNewsletter 4/9/2025

DID YOU KNOW that neuroscientists have shown that experiencing nature can alleviate acute physical pain? Surprisingly, simply watching nature videos was enough to relieve pain.

Using functional magnetic resonance imaging, the Nature Communications study found that acute pain was rated as less intense and unpleasant when watching nature videos, along with a reduction in brain activity associated with pain.

The results suggest that nature-based therapies can be used as promising complementary approaches to pain management.

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