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Does Omega 3 protect against ADHD?
A new study will provide further understanding about the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on the brain function of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).   view more (2006-12-06)

New approach discovered to lowering triglycerides
Studies done with laboratory rats suggest that supplementation of their diet with lipoic acid had a significant effect in lowering triglycerides, which along with cholesterol levels and blood pressure are one of the key risk factors in cardiovascular disease.   view more (2009-03-31)

Diabetics on high-fiber diets might need extra calcium, report UT Southwestern researchers
The amount of calcium your body absorbs might depend, in part, on the amount of dietary fiber you consume.   view more (2009-03-24)

Increased Vitamin B consumption reduces women's risk of colorectal cancer
According to a study published in the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) journal Gastroenterology, women with a high dietary intake of vitamin B6 over several years have a decreased risk of colorectal cancer (CRC). Women who consume moderate to large amounts of alcohol in addition to vitamin B6 have more than a 70 percent reduced risk... view more... (2005-06-03)

Zinc deficiency an underestimated problem
Children in Java have better resistance to disease if they take not only vitamin A and iron supplements but also extra zinc. NWO nutrition researchers have shown that shortages of vitamin A and the two minerals often occur together. Zinc deficiency appears to be a problem which has so far not been fully recognised. Indonesian children currently... view more... (2001-07-26)

Can Genetic Research Improve Public Health?
Genetic studies have an important part to play in the health of the general public, according to new research from Bristol University published today in the International Journal of Epidemiology. Although reports of claims that a particular gene has been found for a particular disease are often inaccurate, genetic studies can be used to identify... view more... (2003-04-11)

Chinese slimming capsules
Taking herbal food supplements is certainly not free of risk.   view more (2009-04-09)

Mayo Clinic proceedings highlights research about cardiovascular benefits of omega-3 fatty acids
Thousands of research studies have documented how the oils known as omega-3 fatty acids can benefit the cardiovascular system, particularly among people diagnosed with coronary artery disease.   view more (2008-03-11)

Iron supplements may relieve unexplained tiredness in young women
Unexplained tiredness is common in young women. In this week's BMJ, researchers find that non-anaemic women with fatigue may benefit from taking an iron supplement. The study took place in Switzerland and involved 136 women aged 18 to 55 who consulted a doctor with fatigue, but who were not anaemic. They were divided into two groups; one group... view more... (2003-05-22)

Vitamins Help Treat Depression
Vitamin B supplements may help people to fight depression. Research published this week in BMC Psychiatry shows that people suffering from depression respond better to treatment if they have high levels of vitamin B12 in their blood. Researchers from the Kuopio University Hospital in Finland monitored 115 outpatients, suffering from depression,... view more... (2003-11-27)

Use of some antioxidant supplements may increase mortality risk
Contradicting claims of disease prevention, an analysis of previous studies indicates that the antioxidant supplements beta carotene, vitamin A, and vitamin E may increase the risk of death.   view more (2007-02-28)

Probiotics help gastric-bypass patients lose weight more quickly, Stanford study shows
New research from the Stanford University School of Medicine and Stanford Hospital & Clinics suggests that the use of a dietary supplement after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery can help obese patients to more quickly lose weight and to avoid deficiency of a critical B vitamin.   view more (2009-07-14)

No Benefits From Vitamin Supplements In Protection Against Gastro-Intestinal Cancer (pp 1193, 1219)
A systematic review and meta-analysis (pooled analysis) of previously published randomised trials in this week's issue of THE LANCET provides strong evidence that antioxidant supplements (such as vitamin supplements) are not effective in protecting against gastro-intestinal cancer. Some combinations of supplements may slightly increase... view more... (2004-09-29)

Efficacy of glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate may depend on level of osteoarthritis pain
The popular dietary supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate proved no better than a placebo in relieving osteoarthritis knee pain in most participants of a major national trial.   view more (2006-02-23)

FOLATE SUPPLEMENTS DURING PREGNANCY COULD PROTECT AGAINST LEUKAEMIA (p 1935)
A population-based study from Western Australia in this week's issue of THE LANCET suggests that folate and iron supplementation during pregnancy might be associated with a decreased risk of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). ALL is the most common childhood cancer in more-developed countries but it has few recognised risk factors or... view more... (2001-12-05)

Partners can help or hinder attempts at changing diet
For people trying to make a change in their diet, significant others generally play a positive and supportive role, but sometimes respond in negative ways, according to a study in the March/April Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior (http://www.jneb.org/).   view more (2008-03-26)

Mechanism of black cohosh versus hot flashes revealed
The natural herb black cohosh is commonly used by women to treat menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, but the molecular mechanisms underlying its action have eluded scientists - until now.   view more (2006-12-26)

Grandma was right - cod liver oil is good for you!
In inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, the presence of unusual fatty acids, Omega or n-3 fatty acids, (that are uniquely present in fish oils but not other oils common in the diet) in the cartilage cells reduces the activity of specific enzymes (Proteolytic or aggrecanase enzymes) that are responsible for cartilage damage.   view more (2000-01-12)

Herbal supplements, a smoking gun in plastic surgery
Natural herbal supplements are supposed to help boost our immune systems, give us more energy and make us generally healthier.   view more (2006-02-14)

Certain herbs and supplements can help 'tummy aches'
As more parents choose home remedies for their children's gastrointestinal complaints, the question arises, which ones really work?   view more (2005-08-31)
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