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Though there are very few studies on Chia reducing cardiovascular disease, this one below shows Chia's benefit on glucose and lipid control in diabetics.
Abstract:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/pubmed/17686832?dopt=Abstract
Full Article:
http://care.diabetesjournals.org.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/content/30/11/2804.long
Commented May 7, 2012 on Natural Standard on NPR at Natural Standard Blog
Natural Standard on NPR
National Public Radio (NPR) recently interviewed Dr. Catherine Ulbricht, Founder and CEO of Natural Standard, about the available scientific evidence on chia. Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) is a plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae (mint) family. Chia is believed to have come from Central America w...
Here is a link on Aged Garlic Extract and its benefit in inhibiting coronary calcification in patients with hyperlipidemia:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15475033
Commented May 4, 2012 on Earth Day: Plants for Health at Natural Standard Blog
Earth Day: Plants for Health
Natural Standard celebrates Earth Day by highlighting several plants for health. Feverfew: Feverfew is a short perennial bush reaching a height of 15-60 centimeters that grows naturally throughout Europe and the Americas. The leaves have a strong smell and bitter taste. Because of feverfew's c...
From this article and reading all these comments, beets sound remarkable.
I looked up more about beets and found this article below, showing sugar beet fiber providing some benefit in control an individuals blood sugar:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/pubmed/9505164?dopt=Abstract
Commented May 4, 2012 on Beetroot Juice May Reduce Blood Pressure at Natural Standard Blog
Beetroot Juice May Reduce Blood Pressure
Consuming beetroot juice may reduce blood pressure, according to a new study. Beet is a flowering perennial plant that produces leaves and roots that are widely used as a food source in humans and animals. Beets are a source of vitamins A and C, iron, and other minerals, carotenoids and dietary...
I love basil and I have to say they are one of the most resilient plants I know. It taste good in almost everything and it adds flavor in a healthier way than salt.
Commented May 4, 2012 on Natural Standard Featured CE/CME: Sweet basil at Natural Standard Blog
Natural Standard Featured CE/CME: Sweet basil
Natural Standard's featured CE/CME for the month of April is Sweet basil: Safety & Effectiveness. Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a commonly used spice. The constituent estragole is naturally found in sweet basil and is used in fragrances and flavorings. Laboratory studies have investigated s...
My uncles – a brewer and is diabetic - always said “Alcohol is great for diabetics because it burns calories”. But it was interesting to find in Natural Standards Review on Hops (Humulus lupus) that certain types of Hops have been shown to increase blood sugar.
Commented May 3, 2012 on Natural Standard on NPR at Natural Standard Blog
Natural Standard on NPR
National Public Radio (NPR) recently interviewed Dr. Catherine Ulbricht, Founder and CEO of Natural Standard, about the available scientific evidence on chia. Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) is a plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae (mint) family. Chia is believed to have come from Central America w...
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