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Jul 25, 2008 |
Abstract |
CFIDS&FM |
Effect of a daily supplement of soy protein on body composition and insulin secretion in postmenopausal women – Source: Fertility and Sterility, Dec 2007
A daily supplement of soy protein taken in a shake reduced subcutaneous & total abdominal fat in postmenopausal women - vs. a fat increase in controls given a shake with equivalent calories but containing milk protein (casein). Insulin secretion did not differ but isoflavone levels rose in the soy group. Full text now available. Source: Fertility and Sterility, Dec 2007 |
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Jul 25, 2008 |
Article |
CFIDS&FM |
Vitamin D Deficiency - 'A Disease of Neglect' and Its Unrecognized Toll
“Who is at risk of vitamin D deficiency? Everyone is,” says Dr. Michael Holick, PhD, MD, in his fascinating presentation - “The Vitamin D Pandemic and Its Health Consequences" - offered free online to all. |
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Jul 24, 2008 |
Article,ClinicalTrial,Events |
CFIDS&FM |
URGENTLY NEEDED in London Area - Professor Basant Puri Requires Physically Fit Controls for his ME/CFS Biomedical Brain Imaging Studies (1 Sunday Clinic Visit Aug. 3 or 10 in London)
Calling all physically fit carers, friends and relatives of ME patients. Your help is very urgently needed and may be of great assistance to the UK ME community. |
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Jul 22, 2008 |
Abstract |
CFIDS&FM |
Small Heart Syndrome in Patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – Source: Clinical Cardiology, July 2008
In this study, small heart syndrome was more prevalent in CFS patients (61%) than the control group (24%). Researchers hypothesize it "may contribute to the development of CFS as a constitutional factor predisposing to fatigue, and may be included in the genesis of CFS." [Source: Clinical Cardiology, July 2008] |
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Jul 21, 2008 |
Abstract |
CFIDS&FM |
Speed of Mental Operations in Fibromyalgia: A Selective Naming Speed Deficit - Source: Journal of Clinical Rheumatology, Jul 17, 2008
"Abnormalities in naming speed are an unappreciated feature of FMS...Clinicians would be wise to specifically request adding a rapid naming test to document cognitive dysfunction in FMS patients who otherwise appear to test normally, despite often intense complaints of memory and concentration difficulties that can affect job performance and increase disability.” [Source: Journal of Clinical Rheumatology, Jul 17, 2008] |
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Jul 21, 2008 |
Article |
CFIDS&FM |
A Primer on Blood Pressure – High, Low, Dysregulated
Blood pressure is created as a combination of three factors, explains UK-based ME/CFS/FM specialist Sarah Myhill, MD. In simple terms, she outlines the causes of high & low blood pressure, their diagnosis, and treatments. |
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Jul 21, 2008 |
Article |
CFIDS&FM |
ATP, calcium and magnesium levels in platelets of patients with primary Fibromyalgia - Source: Clinical Biochemistry, July 2008
Researchers find significantly lower levels of ATP (the energy-producing fuel in our cells) along with higher levels of calcium & magnesium in fibromyalgia patients’ platelets vs normal controls - suggest disturbed platelet ATP metabolism-signaling and calcium-magnesium flows could play a role in FM pathogenesis. [Source: Clinical Biochemistry, July 2008] |
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Jul 20, 2008 |
Chat |
CFIDS&FM |
Letters From Our Readers - Comments & Suggestions 07-23-08
Letters From Our Readers - Comments & Suggestions 07-23-08 |
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Jul 20, 2008 |
Chat |
CFIDS&FM |
Letters From Our Readers - Q&A Session 07-23-08
Letters From Our Readers - Q&A Session 07-23-08 |
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Jul 20, 2008 |
Article |
CFIDS&FM |
Dr. Mark Pellegrino, MD, Offers Insights on Motherhood and Fibromyalgia
Pregnancy can be a daunting decision and a challenging experience for women with fibromyalgia. Dr. Pellegrino offers a host of insights, drawing on his extensive experience advising and managing patients in their childbearing years. |
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