From eNewsletter 7/9/2025
DID YOU KNOW that pollinosis, the allergic reaction to pollen, is linked to an increased likelihood of having obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome?
The authors of the BMC Pulmonary Medicine study suggest that if you have sleep apnea and have never been tested for environmental allergies, you should get tested to rule them out.
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From eNewsletter 7/7/2025
DID YOU KNOW that it didn't take long for Big Food to announce the removal of food dyes from their products after the FDA published their directive last month?
Kraft Heinz said it would not launch products with artificial colors in the United States effective immediately, and would aim to eliminate synthetic dyes from existing items by the end of 2027.
General Mills said it would remove artificial colors from its full U.S. retail portfolio by the end of 2027. The company also said it would remove synthetic dyes from all its U.S. cereals and foods served in K-12 schools by summer 2026.
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From eNewsletter 7/2/2025
DID YOU KNOW that according to a study from JAMA Network Open, berberine showed strong potential as a treatment option for patients with type 2 diabetes, with significant reductions in Hemoglobin A1C and fasting plasma glucose levels?
For those not familiar with the herb, berberine is an isoquinoline alkaloid that is widely distributed in the plant kingdom. It has low bioavailability, which is why the type and quality of supplement is critical. Much of its benefits come from interactions with gut microbiota.
The effects of berberine have been seen in diabetes, hyperlipidemia, atherosclerosis, liver diseases, intestinal diseases, mental disorders, autoimmune diseases, and other diseases are all thought to be related to gut microbiota.
You should never self-prescribe berberine. Please contact us or another knowledgable health professional who understands your individual needs.
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