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02/23/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Researchers suggest fish oil supplements should be considered a potential treatment for ADHD
Most commonly used medications for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are known to cause side effects that negatively impact children’s mental health. Ritalin and Adderall, for example, can cause sleep problems, anxiety, irritability and headache. Therefore, researchers are now looking for alternative treatments for ADHD. In a recent study published in the journal Translational Psychiatry, British and Taiwanese researchers found that fish […]
12/13/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Higher vitamin D levels, stronger immune response protect children from COVID-19
How COVID-19 affects children is a topic that’s getting traction, especially with recent studies saying that the disease is less severe in children than in adults. So far, health experts have observed that fewer children contract the virus. Hospitalization rates in children are also lower than those in adults. In a new study, Petra Zimmermann and Nigel […]
10/01/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Optimal vitamin D levels may reduce risk of premature death
Having adequate levels of vitamin D is important for children’s health. This nutrient, which can be produced by the body when exposed to sunlight, plays a vital role in bone formation. Children with insufficient vitamin D are at risk of developing rickets, a condition where bones soften and weaken. Vitamin D is also important for adults. Several studies show […]
09/03/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Regular intake of dietary zinc helps fight pneumonia, reveals study
Zinc has long been studied for its beneficial effects on immune health. On top of regulating immune function, zinc also aids in fighting infectious diseases like the flu and pneumonia. But the mechanisms behind these effects had eluded scientists in the past. Recent research published in the journal PLOS Pathogens demonstrated just that. The research team, […]
08/19/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Supplementation with modified quercetin promotes muscle growth in young athletes
A recent study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found that a modified form of quercetin can increase muscle growth in young athletes. Quercetin is an antioxidant linked to many health benefits, including reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Previous research hinted at the potential of this antioxidant in boosting muscle mass; […]
08/17/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Fortifying bread with vitamin D can help prevent deficiencies, researchers find
A study published in the journal European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that fortifying bread with vitamin D can help prevent 10 million new cases of vitamin D deficiency in the United Kingdom. The findings of the study demonstrate the need to reform current policies and incorporate a multi-disciplinary approach to address vitamin D deficiency. In the long run, fortifying bread with […]
07/24/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
The sweet and the sour: Health benefits of honey and apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar starts life as an apple juice. It is then fermented twice with yeast. It is most notable for its strong, sour flavor, which is due to its main ingredient acetic acid. In turn, this substance is said to be responsible for the health benefits of apple cider vinegar. Meanwhile, honey is a sweet and viscous substance […]
07/22/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Eat this or that: Picky eaters need a variety of veggies, say scientists
Children aren’t big fans of veggies. Parents are often hard-pressed to get them to eat their greens and other healthful but less appetizing foods. But a group of researchers from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) in Australia and Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands found that offering at least three vegetables at a time can […]
12/31/2019
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By Grace Olson
Too much of a good thing: Pregnant women should watch their omega-6 consumption, warns study
Mothers-to-be should avoid eating foods rich in omega-6 fatty acids, a recent study reveals. According to a new study published in The Journal of Physiology, a diet with excessive amounts of linoleic acid – a type of omega-6 fatty acid – may be harmful to pregnant women, with the researchers noting that such a diet may increase the […]
11/25/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Buyer beware: “Healthy” children’s foods are not as healthy as claimed, according to study
Experts warn parents to be careful when buying food and drinks for their kids. Researchers at the University of Glasgow in the U.K. found that many children’s food and drinks like fruit-based snacks, juices, yogurts, cereals and ready-to-eat meals marketed as “healthy” in the U.K. are not actually as healthy as claimed. The researchers found that […]
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