A recent meta-analysis shows that a Vitamin D deficiency may be a risk factor for developing TB not something caused by the disease. More than one study has linked TB and a Vitamin D deficiency (VDD). Researchers looked at 38 studies. In 25 of these studies almost 3,600 patients were TB cases and over 3,000…
DetailsA new study has found a combination of the amino acid L-Arginine, Folic Acid, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12 may improve vascular function in addition to supporting a reduction in blood pressure. 81 people participated in this placebo-controlled clinical trial. Study participants ranged in age from 40 to 65 years of age and were randomly…
DetailsThe addition of Niacin (vitamin B3) to the drinking water given to mice, who were genetically predisposed to having glaucoma, prevented the early signs of the onset of the disease in 93% of cases. Additionally further development of the disease in older mice that already showed the onset of the disease was seen. Glaucoma is…
DetailsA new study found a Vitamin D deficiency could be associated with a higher ratio of total cholesterol to HDL in addition to lower levels of HDL-cholesterol. This higher ratio of total cholesterol to HDL has been associated with increased cardiovascular risks more than those seen with other cholesterol measures like LDL-cholesterol (often called bad…
DetailsAlthough it has been seen that supplementation with Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids could lessen allergic reactions and asthma symptoms by reducing the production of antibodies, researchers believe that these benefits may be hampered by asthma medication. Cell cultures from 17 Asthma patients were used. Researchers found that introducing Omega-3 Essential Fatty acids could reduce the…
DetailsA new study has found a regular prenatal multivitamin may support “normal” fat gain in infants during their first five months of life. Data from over 600 women who participated in the Healthy Start Study was reviewed. Daily multi-vitamin supplementation, during pre-conception and prenatal periods, was associated with a normal rate of gained fat mass…
DetailsA new meta-analysis has found supplementing with Vitamin C after heart surgery can help lower the risks of developing atrial fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is an irregular heart rhythm which oftentimes results in a rapid heartbeat. AFib is not uncommon and can lead to serious complications like heart failure and stroke. AFib can be triggered…
DetailsA new study has found elderly individuals with low Vitamin A levels may be more at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease along with lower brain functioning. Additionally the study found the even a marginal Vitamin A deficiency at birth might affect long-term risk factors. This new study was made up of findings from mouse models…
DetailsA new German population study has found over 70% of middle-aged women have low Omega-3 levels increasing their risk of heart disease. Data from over 400 middle aged women who had taken part in a larger cross-sectional, nationwide multicenter study (VitaMinFemin) was analyzed. The original study which was designed to determine the status of selected…
DetailsA major follow up study has determined pregnant women should take more micronutrients besides iron and folic acid to increase the long-term cognitive development of their children. The Supplementation with Multiple Micronutrients Intervention Trial (SUMMIT) lasted from 2001 – 2004. Over 31,000 pregnant women participated in this study. The study goals were to determine if…
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