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A majority of participants in both study groups showed no reliable change on any measure.
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Among men diagnosed with prostate cancer, those with the highest levels of plasma omega-3 fatty acids demonstrated an increased risk for developing prostate cancer, bringing into question various recommendations for increased omega-3 intake.
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Elderly patients with mild-to-moderate depressive symptoms may experience improvement in affect with the practice of mindfulness-based stress reduction.
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In this study, 203 men with localized prostate cancer, being managed by observation, were randomized to receive a capsule containing a blend of pomegranate seed, green tea, broccoli, and turmeric or placebo for 6 months.
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Adults of almost all demographics are commonly using dietary supplements (DS), though many surveys support a higher prevalence of use in women, non-Hispanic whites, and older ages.
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Preliminary research from small, randomized, clinical trials indicates that green coffee bean extract promotes weight loss and decreases body mass index compared to control groups.
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The authors of this study were following upon two preclinical pilot studies showing some benefit in cancer-related fatigue with two doses (1000 mg and 2000 mg daily) of Panax quinquefolius, also known as American or Wisconsin ginseng.
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There is no question that advances in surgical technique and anesthesia have contributed greatly to our modern medical system over the last half century. Patient outcomes have improved tremendously, along with reduction in physical and emotional stress associated with undergoing surgical procedures.
