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12/17/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids may help stave off conditions linked to aging like Alzheimer’s and heart disease
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats long held to be good for health. These fats provide the starting point for the production of hormones that regulate blood clotting, the contraction and relaxation of artery walls, and inflammation. Studies show that omega-3 fatty acids help prevent age-related conditions like heart disease, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease, and that eating […]
08/04/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
STUDY: Vitamin C and zinc supplementation can increase the effectiveness of antimalarial agents
Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease that’s caused by parasites from the genus Plasmodium. Five species are known to cause malaria infections in humans, namely, P. falciparum, P. malariae, P. vivax, P. ovale and P. knowlesi. Of these parasites, P. falciparum is said to cause the most life-threatening form of malaria. Patients with falciparum malaria suffer from convulsions, […]
03/31/2021
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By Joven Gray
Regular vitamin C intake found to reverse blood poisoning
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is commonly known for its various health benefits, such as supporting the immune system. Now, a series of studies have shown that vitamin C can also help reverse the effects of sepsis. Sepsis happens when the body’s response to infection affects its own tissues. Instead of fighting disease-causing agents, the […]
03/30/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Vitamin C and zinc for the management of malaria
In this study, researchers from Nigeria and the U.K. evaluated the effects of different combinations of vitamin C and zinc on hematological parameters and the mortality of mice infected with the malaria parasite, Plasmodium berghei. Their findings were published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. According to research, iron and zinc deficiencies are common in […]
03/22/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Vitamin B6 found to reduce the severity of COVID-19
A recent review published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition suggests that taking vitamin B6 may reduce the severity of COVID-19. According to Asian researchers, vitamin B6 can reduce cardiovascular disease complications, diabetes complications, cytokine storms and blood clots, all of which are linked to worse COVID-19 outcomes. Reducing disease severity with vitamin B6 Most studies so far […]
03/18/2021
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By Nolan Barton
Vitamin C found to help prevent metabolic syndrome associated with diabetes, heart disease and stroke
One is enough. Two is too much. Three is, well, deadly. Having at least three risk factors of metabolic syndrome — which include high blood pressure, high blood sugar levels, high triglycerides, low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and extra fat around the waist — is like inviting death to your doorstep. This is because having […]
03/16/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Magnesium found to help reduce insulin resistance in people with Type 2 diabetes
Magnesium supplementation significantly reduces insulin resistance and improves glycemic response in Type 2 diabetes patients, according to a study recently published in Nutrients. In particular, it showed that Type 2 diabetes patients who took 250 milligrams (mg) of magnesium every day for three months experienced significant improvements in their insulin levels, as well as in other markers for assessing […]
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 […]
02/18/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Antioxidants and probiotics for better oral health: Natural remedies for gingivitis
Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease. It typically occurs due to the buildup of plaque on teeth. Gingivitis can be so mild that it may not cause symptoms. But if left untreated, it may eventually progress into a more serious form of gum disease called periodontitis. Gingivitis may also lead to […]
01/22/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
British legislator calls for widespread vitamin D rollout following 82% reduction in COVID-19 deaths in Spain
British Member of Parliament David Davis is urging the British government to strengthen its vitamin D supplementation program for people at-risk of COVID-19 following an impressive precedent set by Andalusia in Spain. Speaking before the House of Commons on Thursday, Davis said that Britain should follow the lead of Andalusia, which distributed calcifediol, a vitamin D supplement, […]
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