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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Green tea may benefit heart health among the obese
15th June, 2010
Green tea extract high in catechins (583mg of catechins) has been studied for its effects on body weight with some evidence of benefit. The latest study suggests that it may have benefits to the overweight and obese beyond it’s possible efficacy as a weight loss aid.
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Vitamin E found to reduce re-hospitalisation
15th June, 2010
Vitamin E has been the subject of media articles highlighting the potential dangers of self administration of nutritional supplements. A new study of the elderly has suggested that high intakes of vitamin E may have a protective effect.
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The anti obesity potential of red chilli
10th June, 2010
Evidence is accumulating that capsaicin, the compound that gives red chilli pepper its heat, may be an effective weight loss aid.
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Curcumin with piperine found to benefit epileptics
10th June, 2010
A new study has found that a combination of curcumin and piperine holds potential as an adjuvant therapy in the treatment of patients with epilepsy.
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How much cranberry for the prevention of UTIs?
3rd June, 2010
Research suggests that consuming cranberry products may prevent adhesion of certain Escherichia coli strains to the lining of the urinary tract, interfering with this important initial step in the infection process. A new study seems to have determined the optimal intake for efficacy.
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