A new study finds a high intake of Lutein may slow down cognitive decline. 60 healthy adults between the ages of 25 and 45 participated in this study. Carotenoid levels were assessed by measuring MPOD (Macular Pigment Optical Density), which is considered a trusted indicator of Lutein levels in the brain. Event related brain activity…
New research linking Vitamin D levels to regulation of ovarian hormones shows Vitamin D status may play an essential role in female reproduction and fertility. 49 women, ages 19 through 25, participated in this study. The criteria for women to participate in this research were as follows: Participants must have regular menstrual cycles Participants could…
A new study identifies low levels of iron as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, one of the leading causes of death worldwide and researchers look at iron supplementation as a low cost method for reducing the risk of heart disease. Genomic data from over 48,000 people was used in this study. Genetic variations were…
A recent meta-analysis and review found supplementation with antioxidants, like Vitamin E, may reduce the loss of a specific protein, albumin, in a patient’s urine. The excretion of albumin is an early sign of diabetic kidney disease (DKD). The purpose of the meta-analysis and review was to determine if antioxidant supplementation would slow the progression…
A new research paper proposed a link may exist between a mild form of autism and a deficiency of L-Carnitine. Revolutionary implications in the prevention of autism would be triggered if this hypothesis were confirmed with additional clinical studies. Genetic factors observed in autistic patients as well as results from animal studies lead researchers to…
A new study points to increasing magnesium intakes which may reduce the risk of fractures in older women, but the benefits for older men are not as clear. Data from over 3,700 individuals with an average age of 60, who participated in the Osteoarthritis Initiative, was used for this study. During the 8 years of…
New data finds regular consumption of fish rich in Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids may reduce symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Over 170 patients were assessed for Rheumatoid Arthritis scores using the DAS28-CRP scale. Their intake of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids were assessed using a food frequency questionnaire Researchers found a dose-response relationship between RA scores and…
In this open-label randomized cross-over study, participants were adults experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of depression (scores of 5-19 on the Public Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)). The enrollment in the study covered a period of over one full year. This was done to minimize the number of cases of seasonal depression participating in this trial. The…
A new study using mice has found low Omega-3 in adolescent mice may lead to behavioral problems in adulthood. Using a mouse model which mimicked a dietary deficiency of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids during childhood and adolescence, researchers found significant increases in anxiety and anhedonia (the inability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable). …
Choline is an essential vitamin-like nutrient that is useful for helping the body to maintain optimal health. Only recently has this vital nutrient gained attention for its role in supporting healthy liver function, prenatal development, brain and heart health and athletic performance and recovery. As a matter of fact Choline is the most recent nutrient…