Getting more vitamin D appears to improve muscle strength and physical function for vitamin D-deficient patients with knee osteoarthritis, say researchers. Previous studies have linked low vitamin D with a greater risk for severity of knee osteoarthritis; however,...
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Apple a Day for Healthy Brain: Quercetin appears to protect cells from damage
A group of phytonutrients in apples could protect the brain from the type of damage that triggers such neurodegenerative diseases as Alzheimer's and Parkinsonism, according to two new studies from Cornell University food scientists. The studies show that the chemical...
Antioxidants are Heart Healthy: Large studies show preventative action
Large, epidemiologic studies indicate that among the healthy population, the long-term use of antioxidant supplements, specifically vitamin E and vitamin C, helps protect against heart disease. "It is puzzling how the American Heart Association's nutrition committee...
Anticancer Vitamins: Study will look at high-dose combo treatment
A team of researchers is set to begin clinical trials to prove that a high-dose combination of vitamins C and K3 makes cancer cells more sensitive to chemotherapy and radiation, while also lessening the harsh side effects of those treatments. Dr Jack Summers and James...
Anticancer Tea: Green tea compounds inhibit cancer cells
There’s increasing evidence that green tea offers health benefits, reports the September issue of Mayo Clinic Women’s HealthSource. Recent studies have reported that polyphenols, compounds found in green tea, may offer protection against certain cancers and may aid in...
Anticancer Herb? Compound in wormwood to be studied in humans
A group of promising cancer-fighting compounds derived from the herb wormwood will be developed for potential use in humans, according to researchers at the University of Washington. The compounds make use of a substance known as artemisinin, found in the wormwood...
And the Winners Are… USDA study ranks high-antioxidant foods
Artichokes and beans may not be at the top of your list of favourite foods, but when it comes to antioxidants, these veggies earn a coveted place. They are among a growing variety of foods found to contain surprisingly high levels of these disease-fighting compounds,...
An Eye for Antioxidants: Leafy greens supply vision-protecting nutrients
A new study from Ohio State University provides the first laboratory evidence that certain antioxidants found in dark leafy green vegetables can indeed help prevent cataracts. Results from experiments on human lens cells showed that lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants...
Alzheimer’s Answer? Vitamins E and C make a powerful combo
Elderly persons who take individual vitamin E and C supplements together may reduce their risk of Alzheimer disease (AD), according to researchers. Previous studies have shown that antioxidant vitamins may protect the brain against damage caused by free radicals and...
ADHD Breakthrough? Low iron found in many ADHD kids
According to French scientists, many children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have iron deficiency that may be linked to the disease. They suggest that such kids may benefit from iron supplements. Low iron levels cause abnormal functioning of the...