Efficacy of herbal treatments for functional dyspepsia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.

Functional dyspepsia (FD) is a very common condition globally. Relevant keywords were searched for in title and abstract of selected databases, that is, Medline/PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of knowledge, and Google Scholar. Placebo and active-control trials on herbal remedies amongst adults who were diagnosed with FD were included.

Naturopathic Approach to Functional Dyspepsia: A Case Report.

Functional dyspepsia is a common presenting concern that includes symptoms such as gastrointestinal reflux, postprandial bloating, and abdominal pain. Aside from mainstay conventional therapies such as proton pump inhibitors and antacid tablets that seek to manage symptoms, naturopathic therapies can similarly offer symptom relief and simultaneously address factors underlying functional digestive disturbances. In this case, a 25-year-old female and first year graduate student presented with abdominal bloating, epigastric pain, flatulence, eructations, reflux, and straining with stool.

Naturopathic practitioners' approach to caring for people with cardiovascular disease risk factors: A cross-cultural cross-sectional study reporting the providers perspective.

Background: and purpose: Naturopathic practitioners (NPs) in the United States (US) and Australia are consulted for the prevention and management of a range of health conditions, including cardiovascular disease (CVD). Despite this, little is known about how NPs approach the management of CVD risk factors. The aim of this study was to explore NPs approach to the care of people with CVD risk factors.

Personalized nutrition for dementia prevention.

The role of nutrition has been investigated for decades under the assumption of one-size-fits-all. Yet there is heterogeneity in metabolic and neurobiological responses to diet. Thus a more personalized approach may better fit biological reality and have increased efficacy to prevent dementia.

A naturopathic treatment approach for mild and moderate COVID-19: A retrospective chart review.

Objectives: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has led to significant morbidity and mortality. Although COVID-19 vaccination is available, therapeutic options are still needed. The goal of the present manuscript is to report on a treatment strategy used in a naturopathic medical practice for mild and moderate COVID-19.

Zinc for the prevention or treatment of acute viral respiratory tract infections in adults: a rapid systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials.

Objective: To evaluate the benefits and risks of zinc formulations compared with controls for prevention or treatment of acute viral respiratory tract infections (RTIs) in adults.

Method: Seventeen English and Chinese databases were searched in April/May 2020 for randomised controlled trials (RCTs), and from April/May 2020 to August 2020 for SARS-CoV-2 RCTs. Cochrane rapid review methods were applied.

Honeybee products for the treatment and recovery from viral respiratory infections including SARS-COV-2: A rapid systematic review.

Background: This rapid review systematically evaluated the effects of honeybee products compared to controls for the prevention, duration, severity, and recovery of acute viral respiratory tract infections (RTIs), including SARS-CoV-2, in adults and children.

Methods: Cochrane rapid review methods were applied. Four English databases plus preprint servers and trial registries were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

Fish Oil and BCQ™ as a Novel Treatment Approach to Primary Erythromelalgia: A Case Study.

Erythromelalgia (EM) is a rare disorder, of which the pathophysiology is poorly understood. Though primary EM is thought to be an autosomal-dominant inherited disorder or of idiopathic origin, secondary EM is associated, most often, with myeloproliferative diseases. Pain management is the primary therapeutic target, however, individual patient responses vary widely, and no single treatment has been determined to be effective.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio: A Systematic Scoping Review.

Neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is a biomarker of the systemic inflammatory response. The objective of this systematic scoping review was to examine the literature on NLR and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). PubMed, Embase, Cochrane CENTRAL, CINAHL, ClinicalTrials.

Mechanistic support of traditional Persian medicine for the treatment of acne vulgaris: A scoping review.

Background: Acne vulgaris is one of the most prevalent skin diseases, which also contributes to many psychological problems. Despite the recent progress in the treatment of acne vulgaris, the necessity for discovering more effective solutions has motivated many lines of research on natural and medicinal plants. The Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) introduced some plants and remedies for acne treatment.

Cannabinol and Sleep: Separating Fact from Fiction.

In recent years, marketers of cannabis (i.e., marijuana) products have claimed that cannabinol (CBN) has unique sleep-promoting effects.

Efficacy of lettuce seed syrup on insomnia in patients with breast cancer: a pilot double blind randomized placebo controlled clinical trial.

Objectives: Insomnia and sleep disorders are common and can be severe amongst patients with cancer, especially during chemotherapy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of lettuce seed syrup in breast cancer patients who suffer from insomnia or disordered sleep.

Methods: This pilot study was a double-blinded randomized controlled clinical trial conducted in - Hospital (Tehran, Iran) from September 2018 to June 2019.

Naturopathic Management of Urinary Tract Infections: A Retrospective Chart Review.

Antibiotic overuse is a significant driver of bacterial resistance. Urinary tract infections (UTIs, cystitis) are the most common condition for which antibiotics are prescribed in the ambulatory setting. Many complementary and integrative approaches to cystitis have been proposed, including probiotics, D-mannose, and several herbal therapies.

Lower urinary tract symptoms are associated with musculoskeletal pain among older men: Preliminary evidence for central sensitization as a mechanism?

Aims: Features of central sensitization (CS) are present in almost all chronic pain conditions, including painful urinary conditions and back pain. Recently CS was proposed as a mechanism of nonpainful lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Using musculoskeletal pain as an indicator of CS, we investigated whether the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain is greater among community-dwelling men with moderate or severe LUTS compared to those with mild LUTS.

Short-Term Tolerability, Safety, and Gut Microbial Composition Responses to a Multi-Strain Probiotic Supplement: An Open-Label Study in Healthy Adults.

Background: Probiotics are among the most commonly used dietary supplements and evidence of their efficacy is increasing. Despite the long historical use of probiotics, some experts suggest that additional research is necessary to understand their potential risks.

Objectives: Main aims of this study were to assess short-term tolerability and safety of a new, high colony-forming unit count, multi-strain probiotic supplement.

Low Dose Naltrexone in Conjunction With the Wahls Protocol to Reduce the Frequency of Chronic Migraines in a Patient With Multiple Sclerosis: A Case Study.

This case study investigates the efficacy of low dose naltrexone (LDN) and the Wahls Protocol in reducing the frequency and severity of chronic migraine headaches in a 62-year-old White female with multiple sclerosis. Migraines are common among the many debilitating symptoms of multiple sclerosis. A therapeutic intervention of low dose naltrexone titrated to 4.

Micronutrients for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Youths: A Placebo-Controlled Randomized Clinical Trial.

Objective: To evaluate whether micronutrients (vitamins/minerals) benefit attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and irritability in a North American pediatric sample.

Method: A 3-site, 8-week, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial of micronutrients was conducted in nonmedicated children aged 6 to 12 years with ADHD and at least 1 impairing irritability symptom by parent report on the Child and Adolescent Symptom Inventory-5 (CASI-5). A priori-defined primary outcomes were Clinical Global Impression-Improvement (CGI-I) (CGI-I of 1 or 2 = treatment responder) and parent-rated CASI-5 composite score of ADHD, oppositional defiant, disruptive mood dysregulation, and peer conflict symptoms, including impairment scores.

Overeaters Anonymous: An Overlooked Intervention for Binge Eating Disorder.

The purpose of this communication is to provide an overview as well as the strengths and weaknesses of Overeaters Anonymous (OA) as an intervention for binge eating disorder treatment. Binge eating disorder is associated with low remission rates, high relapse rates, treatment dissatisfaction, and high rates of failure to receive treatment attributed to stigma, misconceptions, lack of diagnosis, access to care, and inadequate insurance coverage. New interventions are needed that can overcome these barriers.

Investigating components of pranayama for effects on heart rate variability.

Objective: Traditional Indian breath control practices of Pranayama have been shown to increase indices of heart rate variability (HRV) that are generally held to reflect parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) tone. To our knowledge, individual components of pranayama have not been separately evaluated for impact on HRV. The objective of this study was to isolate five components of a pranayama practice and evaluate their impact on HRV.

Qualitative Impressions of a Yoga Nidra Practice for Insomnia: An Exploratory Mixed-Methods Design.

Insomnia affects up to half of the U.S. population, and due to limitations of current treatments, there is a growing interest in mind-body practices to reduce insomnia.

Effects of (Ashwagandha) on Stress and the Stress- Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders Anxiety, Depression, and Insomnia.

Background: Withania somnifera (WS), also known as Ashwagandha, is commonly used in Ayurveda and other traditional medicine systems. WS has seen an increase in worldwide usage due to its reputation as an adaptogen. This popularity has elicited increased scientific study of its biological effects, including a potential application for neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders.

Plasma Oxylipins: A Potential Risk Assessment Tool in Atherosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease.

While oxylipins have been linked to coronary artery disease (CAD), little is known about their diagnostic and prognostic potential. We tested whether plasma concentration of specific oxylipins may discriminate among number of diseased coronary arteries and predict median 5-year outcomes in symptomatic adults. Using a combination of high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and quantitative tandem mass spectrometry, we conducted a targeted analysis of 39 oxylipins in plasma samples of 23 asymptomatic adults with low CAD risk and 74 symptomatic adults (≥70% stenosis), aged 38-87 from the Greater Portland, Oregon area.

Program evaluation of trauma-informed yoga for vulnerable populations.

Background: Trauma is highly prevalent among vulnerable populations, including those who are incarcerated, in treatment for substance use, or seeking mental health services. Trauma-informed yoga seeks to create a safer yoga practice for individuals with a trauma history and may improve emotional and physical wellbeing. Thus, we conducted an evaluation of a trauma-informed yoga program to gain insight into participant experiences.

Potential reversal of epigenetic age using a diet and lifestyle intervention: a pilot randomized clinical trial.

Manipulations to slow biological aging and extend healthspan are of interest given the societal and healthcare costs of our aging population. Herein we report on a randomized controlled clinical trial conducted among 43 healthy adult males between the ages of 50-72. The 8-week treatment program included diet, sleep, exercise and relaxation guidance, and supplemental probiotics and phytonutrients.