Natural Health Studies- January 2016

Almonds show prebiotic promise for the whole family
Eating almonds is beneficial to maintaining a healthy gut microbiota composition and improving diet quality of parents and children, suggests a new study. To read more, click here.
 

Pine bark extract shows cognition for Boomers
Daily supplements of an extract from French Maritime Pine bark may improve decision making and attention span in people over 55, says a new study from Italy. To read more, click here.
 

Yoga improves arthritis symptoms and mood, according to research
8 weeks of yoga classes improved the physical and mental well being of people with two common forms of arthritis, knee osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. To read more, click here.
 

Tart cherry supplements may reduce muscle soreness and speed recovery post-workout
Short-term supplementation with Montmorency Tart Cherry powder may speed recovery from muscle soreness, slow strength decline during recovery, says a new study. To read more, click here.