Diet and high blood pressure
3rd September, 2010

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Fish oils for heart disease patients
3rd September, 2010
National media has reported on a study which suggests that around 10,000 lives a year could be saved if heart failure patients are encouraged to take fish oil daily.
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Caffeine consumption not linked to abnormal heart rhythm
3rd September, 2010
A new study has found no link between caffeine consumption and the development of atrial fibrillation (AF, a type of abnormal heart rhythm).
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Eating whole-grains may reduce the risk of heart disease
24th August, 2010
Three daily portions of whole-grain foods could lower cardiovascular disease risk, according to the results of a new study.
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Aged Garlic Extract again found to reduce hypertension
24th August, 2010
Aged garlic has been found to promote cardiovascular, digestive, immune and overall health. A new study has added to the existing evidence that aged garlic can substantially reduce blood pressure.
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Vitamin D for mother and baby
24th August, 2010
The results of a new study suggest that supplementing the diet of infants and young children cannot reverse the adverse effects on bone health of inadequate vitamin D availability in the womb.
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Diet again linked to ADHD
13th August, 2010
The role of Western diets in the development of ADHD is just beginning to be understood.
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Calcium supplementation and cardiovascular health
13th August, 2010
A study published in the British Medical Journal has suggested that calcium supplements cause more cardiovascular events (such as heart attacks and stroke) than the number of fractures they prevent. But what is the truth?
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Antioxidants supplements for cardiovascular health
22nd July, 2010
A new study has found that long term use of an antioxidant supplement is associated with improved cardiac artery function.
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Omega-3 supplementation for major depression
22nd July, 2010
A new study has added to the growing body of evidence that fish oil supplementation can effectively reduce the symptoms of depression.
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Pregnant women advised to take vitamin D
9th July, 2010
A new report in the British Journal of Nutrition raises concerns that pregnant women are not obtaining adequate vitamin D.
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Antioxidant supplements found to boost heart health
9th July, 2010
A new study has found that long-term supplementation with antioxidants may beneficially effect sugar and fat metabolism, and boost heart health.
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Fish oil supplements linked to a reduced risk of breast cancer
9th July, 2010
Fish oil, which is rich in the omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA, has been linked to a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, depression and dementia. The latest findings suggest that supplementing with fish oil may be linked to a reduced risk of breast cancer.
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Copper and bone health
1st July, 2010
A study of 16 young women has found that copper supplementation can increase collagen cross-linking in bone.
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Sea buckthorn may reduce symptoms of dry eye syndrome
1st July, 2010
A new Finnish study has found that administering sea buckthorn seed oil may help to manage dry eye syndrome.
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The role of nutrition in managing hyperactive kids
1st July, 2010
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is estimated to affect between 5-10% of school children. Emerging research is revealing the role of nutrition in this complex disorder.
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Food sources of vitamins and minerals
24th June, 2010
A healthy, balanced diet is rich in essential nutrients.
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Probiotics again found to help asthmatic children
24th June, 2010
A study from Ukraine has found that supplementation with probiotics benefits children with atopic dermatitis.
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More evidence that tea and coffee drinking benefits heart health
24th June, 2010
Data from a new study indicate that between three and six cups of tea a day may reduce the risk of death from heart disease by 45 per cent
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Boosting intakes of vitamin B6 and B12 may reduce the risk of depression among the elderly
15th June, 2010
Certain B-vitamins have a critical role in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, chemical messengers which have profound effects on mood and behaviour. Sub-optimal B vitamin status has been associated with depressed mood, irritability and dementia. The latest study examined intakes of B-vitamins and the prevalence of depression among the elderly.
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