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21 Puerarin stimulates proliferation and differentiation and protects against cell death in human osteoblastic MG-63 cells via ER-dependent MEK/ERK and PI3K/Akt activation Phytomedicine, May 16, 2013 Review Article

22 Pursuit of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Treatments in Adolescents With Cerebral Palsy Journal of Child Neurology, May 15, 2013 Review Article

23 Comparison Between the Efficacy of Ginger and Sumatriptan in the Ablative Treatment of the Common Migraine Phytotherapy Research, May 14, 2013 Review Article

24 Herbal preparations for uterine fibroids Cochrane Reviews, May 14, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine Clinical Article

25 Therapeutic efficacy of the Qing Dai in patients with intractable ulcerative colitis Full Text World Journal of Gastroenterology, May 14, 2013 Review Article

26 The contribution of catumaxomab in the treatment of malignant ascites in patients with ovarian cancer: a review of the literature Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics, May 14, 2013 Review Article Clinical Article

27 Is Integrative Medicine the Next New Frontier in Medicine? Clinical Reviews in Allergy and Immunology, May 14, 2013 Review Article

28 The Effectiveness of Acupressure for the Control and Management of Chemotherapy-Related Acute and Delayed Nausea: A Randomized Controlled Trial Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, May 13, 2013 Clinical Article

29 Evidence-Based Recommendations for the Prescription of Exercise for Major Depressive Disorder Journal of Psychiatric Practice, May 10, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine Review Article Clinical Article

30 Comparing the effects of individualized, standard, sham and no acupuncture in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a multicenter randomized controlled trial Full Text Trials, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article

31 Efficacy of individualized homeopathic treatment and fluoxetine for moderate to severe depression in peri- and postmenopausal women (HOMDEP-MENOP): study protocol for a randomized, double-dummy, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial Full Text Trials, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article

32 Direct Moxibustion to Treat Spleen Qi and Yang Deficiency Fatigue: A Pilot Study Full Text Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article

33 Antibacterial activities of almond skins on cagA-positive and-negative clinical isolates of Helicobacter pylori Full Text BMC Microbiology, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article

34 Chinese herbal medicines for induction of remission in advanced or late gastric cancer Cochrane Reviews, May 9, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine Clinical Article

35 Vitamin D and systemic lupus erythematosus: an update Expert Review of Clinical Immunology, May 9, 2013 Review Article

36 Integrative Medicine as Adjunct Therapy in the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis--the Role of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dietary Supplements, and Other Modalities Clinical Reviews in Allergy and Immunology, May 9, 2013 Clinical Article

37 Tianma Gouteng Yin as Adjunctive Treatment for Essential Hypertension: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials Full Text Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine , May 9, 2013 Clinical Article

38 The clinical efficacy of a bovine lactoferrin/whey protein Ig-rich fraction (Lf/IgF) for the common cold: A double blind randomized study Complementary Therapies in Medicine, May 9, 2013 Clinical Article

39 A phase II randomised double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial investigating the efficacy and safety of ProstateEZE Max: A herbal medicine preparation for the management of symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy Complementary Therapies in Medicine, May 9, 2013 Clinical Article

40 Vegetative anatomy and micromorphology of Salvia divinorum (Lamiaceae) from Mexico, combined with chromatographic analysis of salvinorin A Journal of Natural Medicines, May 9, 2013 Clinical Article

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No relations were found between abdominal adipose tissue and bone mass, fat mass, blood pressure or triglyceride level in overweight adolescents
According to the Cleveland Clinic, the primary risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD) are diabetes mellitus, family history, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, tobacco use and male gender
Untreated nocturnal gastroesophageal reflux has been demonstrated to be strongly associated with both respiratory and obstructive sleep apnea symptoms as well as airflow obstruction

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Vitamin D supplementation decreases systemic inflammation in T2DM

In a 12-week randomized, controlled trial, ingestion of a vitamin D-fortified yogurt (170 mg calcium + 500 IU vitamin D/250 mL; n=50) twice daily decreased markers of inflammation compared with placebo yogurt (170 mg calcium; n=50). Compared with baseline measures, the 25(OH)D levels were increased and the TNF-alpha, IL-6, hsCRP, SAA, and IL-10 levels were decreased in the group supplemented with vitamin D compared with the group that received placebo.

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Mediterranean diet associated with decreased diabetes, cardiovascular events, and all-cause mortality

Researchers at the University of Palermo conducted a study involving 9109 subjects with a mean follow-up of 6.2 years which showed that the subjects who adhered to a Mediterranean diet had increased dietary fiber, decreased total dietary fat, and an increased intake of monosaturated-to-saturated fats. Further, the incidence of diabetes, cardiovascular events, and all-cause mortality was lower in the subjects who followed a Mediterranean diet.

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Natalizumab superior to IFN-? 1a in MS patients

Based on a retrospective study conducted at the Federico II University (Naples), researchers have concluded that treatment of patients (n=84) with relapsing-remitting MS natalizumab for 12-24 months resulted in a greater reduction in disease activity (annualized relapse rate, .24 vs. .55, respectively) and disability progression than patients treated with INF-? 1a. The number of contrast-enhancing lesions was also less in the natalizumab-treated group.

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1 The effect of black tea and caffeine on regional cerebral blood flow measured with arterial spin labeling Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow & Metabolism, April 2, 2013

2 Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on Heart Rate Variability at Rest and During Acute Stress in Adults With Moderate Hypertriglyceridemia Psychosomatic Medicine, April 17, 2013

3 Mediators of Yoga and Stretching for Chronic Low Back Pain Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine , April 23, 2013 Free full text

4 Are the Current Complementary and Alternative Therapies Available for the Treatment of Low Back Pain and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Reliable Clinically? A Review of the Literature Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine, April 23, 2013

5 Artichoke leaf extract for treating hypercholesterolaemia Cochrane Reviews, April 11, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine

6 The Effect of Green Tea Extract on Fat Oxidation at Rest and during Exercise: Evidence of Efficacy and Proposed Mechanisms Advances in Nutrition: An International Review Journal, March 15, 2013 Review Article

7 The Efficacy of Yoga as an Intervention for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, April 17, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine Review Article

8 Complementary and alternative exercise for fibromyalgia: a meta-analysis Journal of Pain Research, April 1, 2013 Free full text

9 Honey as a topical treatment for wounds Cochrane Reviews, March 19, 2013

10 Cross-sectional study of self-reported physical activity, eating habits and use of complementary medicine in breast cancer survivors BMC Cancer, April 2, 2013 Free full text

11 Clinical Evaluation of Blood Pressure Lowering, Endothelial Function Improving, Hypolipidemic and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Pomegranate Juice in Hypertensive Subjects Phytotherapy Research, March 25, 2013
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12 Chinese herbal formulas for treating hypertension in traditional Chinese medicine: perspective of modern science Hypertension Research, April 18, 2013 Review Article

13 Supplemental vitamin D and physical performance in COPD: a pilot randomized trial International Journal of COPD, February 18, 2013 Free full text

14 The effect of Tualang honey in enhancing post tonsillectomy healing process. An open labelled prospective clinical trial International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology , April 1, 2013

15 A pilot study of yoga as self-care for arthritis in minority communities Health and Quality of Life Outcomes , April 3, 2013 Free full text Review Article

16 Clinical study on point-toward-point needling for asthenopia Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science, April 10, 2013

17 Tai Chi as an Alternative and Complementary Therapy for Patients With Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine, March 18, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine Review Article

18 Electromagnetic therapy for treating venous leg ulcers Cochrane Reviews, March 19, 2013

19 British general practitioners attitudes towards and usage of homeopathy: a systematic review of surveys Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies, April 10, 2013 Free full text Review Article

20 Carica papaya Leaves Juice Significantly Accelerates the Rate of Increase in Platelet Count among Patients with Dengue Fever and Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine , April 15, 2013 Free full text

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Family Medicine - Complementary Medicine News & Articles

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Clinical Pearls in Family Medicine

Highlights in Family Medicine

Vitamin D supplementation decreases systemic inflammation in T2DM

Mediterranean diet associated with decreased diabetes, cardiovascular events, and all-cause mortality

Natalizumab superior to IFN-? 1a in MS patients

Most Popular Family Medicine Articles

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