New research suggests giving teenagers nutritional supplements may improve their in school behavior. Almost 200 youth between the ages of 13 and 16 were given a multivitamin/mineral tablet and an Omega 3 supplement daily for over 12 weeks. Changes in blood levels of Omega-3 and the vitamins and minerals, which were low at baseline, were…
A new study finds supplementing with a Multi Vitamin during pregnancy may lower the risk of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in children. However, researchers caution that because the study was not able to establish a cause and effect relationship, further study is needed before changes are made to healthcare practices and policies. Researchers analyzed data…
According to new research supplementing daily with B vitamins significantly increases energy and overall mood in mentally demanding situations, reduces subjective stress and improves general mental health. Two clinical trials studying B vitamins supplementation have been completed and are the first trials ever to use neuroimagaing to examine the effects of vitamins supplementation. Researchers mapped…
A new review paper has found that a multivitamin/minerals supplement taken daily can help fill nutrient deficiencies without any concern for long-term safety issues. Randomized and controlled studies where participants supplemented with at least nine vitamins and 3 minerals at 100% of the RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) were reviewed and researchers concluded that long term…
In a recent study adding Omega-3’s to B vitamins provides a synergistic benefit for aiding in slowing the mental decline in older people with mild memory problems. Over 250 people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) participated in this placebo-controlled study which lasted two years. MCI is a condition where the brain functions at levels lower…
A recent study has found that taking a daily prenatal multiple vitamin during pregnancy may reduce the risk of losing the baby by 55%. This risk reduction increased to 79% when a prenatal Multiple Vitamin was taken consistently during early pregnancy. Over 300 couples were recruited to participate in this study. Ages of the participants…
A new study finds daily supplementation with a Multi Vitamin may protect men from long term cardiovascular issues like strokes and heart attacks. Data from over 18,000 male physicians who participated in the Physicians’ Health Study I (PHSI) was analyzed. The men, ages 40 and above, were randomly assigned to receive a daily Multi Vitamin…