Natural Health Studies- September 2015

Magnesium supplements may help blood sugar management for pre-diabetics
Magnesium chloride supplements may lower blood sugar levels and counter insulin resistance, says a new study from Mexico. To read more about the study, click here.

Healthy fats make leaner kids
Children who report eating more polyunsaturated fatty acids are leaner and have lower body fat percentages than those who consume higher amounts of saturated fats, say researchers. To read more about the study, click here.

Kids with poor diets score poorly on cognitive tests
The worse the diet quality of children, the worse they score on cognitive tests - especially boys, research finds. To read more about the study, click here.

Coffee consumption may improve colon cancer survival rates
Regular consumption of caffeinated coffee could help to prevent the recurrence of colon cancer in people who have been treated with the disease, say researchers. To read more about the study, click here.

Curcumin for sports pain reduction after heavy exercise
Supplements of curcumin, the yellow pigment that gives turmeric its color, may reduce pain associated with exercise, and perhaps boost performance, says a new study. To read more about the study, click here.

Crying Has Its Perks
Effect of crying on your mood: Crying provides emotional relief and ultimately influences mood for the better. To read more, click here.