Dietary Supplements Current Events | Dietary Supplements News | 11
|
| Page
11 of
26 |
518 Results |
|
|
|
Sort By:
Page Views | Date |
Results of phase I trial of novel herbal therapy for men at high risk of prostate cancer
Results of a phase I clinical trial of a novel herb-based therapeutic called Zyflamend have demonstrated that the therapy is associated with minimal toxicity and no serious adverse events in men at high-risk for developing prostate cancer. view more (2009-05-26)
Vitamin D may cut pancreatic cancer risk by nearly half
Consumption of Vitamin D tablets was found to cut the risk of pancreatic cancer nearly in half, according to a study led by researchers at Northwestern and Harvard universities. view more (2006-09-12)
Dietary preferences and patterns may be linked to genes
The relative amount of protein, carbohydrate, and fat that people choose to eat may be influenced by genetics, according to new research. view more (2007-06-08)
Genes and diet linked to risk factors for heart disease
Researchers from the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center (USDA HNRCA) at Tufts University and colleagues have found another link among genes, heart disease and diet. view more (2006-10-09)
Loss of central vision with age may be linked to quality of dietary carbohydrates
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss in older adults and a person's risk may partly depend upon diet. view more (2006-06-07)
Diet a major factor in breast cancer - time for government action
Hamburg, Germany: The rapid increase in the knowledge of breast cancer determinants and the continuing increase in incidence of breast cancer means that it is time to move from knowledge to action, a scientist said today (Friday 19 March) at the 4th European Breast Cancer Conference. Dr. Franco Berrino, head of preventive and predictive medicine... view more... (2004-03-17)
Kids at risk: Assessing diet and exercise behaviors in adolescents
Do adolescents get enough exercise and eat the right foods? Is there too much fat in their diets? In a study published in the February 2007 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, researchers analyzed the behavior of almost 900 11-to-15 year-olds and found that nearly 80% had multiple physical activity and dietary risk behaviors,... view more... (2007-01-29)
Prenatal multivitamins for undernourished women may reduce risk of low birth weight
Undernourished women who take a vitamin and mineral supplement while pregnant may be less likely than women taking only iron and folic acid supplements to have babies weighing less than 2,500 grams, and their newborns may be less likely to have morbidity in the first seven days of life. view more (2007-01-02)
Low-fat, high-carbohydrate diet not associated with weight gain in postmenopausal women
In a clinical trial of over 48,000 post-menopausal women, a low-fat diet that includes increased consumption of fruits, vegetables and whole grains is not associated with weight gain over an average of 7.5 years. view more (2006-01-04)
Protein sensor for fatty acid buildup in mitochondria
Just as homes have smoke detectors, cells have an enzyme that responds to a buildup of fatty acids by triggering the production of a key molecule in the biochemical pathway that breaks down these fatty acids, according to investigators at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. view more (2007-02-15)
Arab-American women need supplement to boost dangerously low vitamin D levels
Arab-American women living in southeast Detroit whose conservative dress limits their exposure to sun should be taking a vitamin D supplement to boost their dangerously low serum levels, according to a study published by Henry Ford Hospital researchers. view more (2009-02-17)
It takes two to fight cancer
New research at the Institute of Food Research shows that two food components recognised for their ability to fight cancer are up to 13 times more powerful when put to work together. The results are published in the latest issue of international journal Carcinogenesis. The study focuses on genes that play an important role in tumour formation,... view more... (2003-03-31)
Protection against cancer may begin during pregnancy
There may be another reason for pregnant and nursing women to eat a nutritious diet that includes generous amounts of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage - it could help protect their children from cancer, both as infants and later in life. view more (2006-12-26)
Cigarette smoke may rob children of needed antioxidants
Children exposed to cigarette smoke have lower levels of antioxidants, which help the body defend itself against many biological stresses. view more (2009-05-05)
Preventing and treating childhood obesity
Embargoed until 19.00 hours Thursday 28 November 2002 The latest issue of Effective Health Care focuses on the effectiveness of interventions used to prevent and treat childhood obesity. There is world-wide concern about the increasing rise of obesity in childhood. In the UK the prevalence of obesity amongst children has increased substantially... view more... (2002-11-26)
Smoking and high blood pressure each account for 1 in 5 deaths in US adults
A comprehensive assessment of the risk factors for preventable deaths in the United States has found that smoking and high blood pressure are responsible for the greatest number of preventable deaths - each accounting for around 1 in 5 deaths in US adults. view more (2009-04-28)
A stronger backbone: DHEA hormone replacement increases bone density in older women
Taking a DHEA supplement combined with vitamin D and calcium can significantly improve spinal bone density in older women, according to a new study from a Saint Louis University scientist and his colleagues at Washington University. view more (2009-05-12)
Vitamin D levels linked to asthma severity
New research provides evidence for a link between vitamin D insufficiency and asthma severity. view more (2009-04-23)
No magic tomato? Study breaks link between lycopene and prostate cancer prevention
Tomatoes might be nutritious and tasty, but don't count on them to prevent prostate cancer. view more (2007-05-17)
A genetic cause for iron deficiency
The discovery of a gene for a rare form of inherited iron deficiency may provide clues to iron deficiency in the general population - particularly iron deficiency that doesn't respond to iron supplements - and suggests a new treatment approach. view more (2008-04-14)
|
|
| Page
11 of
26 |
518 Results |
|
|
|
Sort By:
Page Views | Date |
|
