A new study found higher blood levels of Folate, Vitamins B6 and B12 were associated with lower risks of Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) in young American adults. Data from over 4,400 adults was analyzed. This data was collected over a 30 year period and used dietary intakes by using validated diet histories at study onset and…
Traditionally B vitamins have been associated with their ability to nourish the central nervous system and the adrenal glands. Often referred to as “Stress Vitamins” these water soluble vitamins get depleted rapidly in our bodies during times of stress. A number of recent studies have looked at the the ability of B vitamins, especially folic…
A new study has found that a lack of Vitamin B12 has been linked with serious health conditions in the elderly. The study also found that a Vitamin B12 deficiency is widespread in long-term care facilities, 13.8% of seniors moving in to assisted living arrangements were deficient in this nutrient with more developing a deficiency…