Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants and Supplements : 605 Articles

Vitamins and minerals are essential for normal growth, function and health. Scientific evidence suggests that antioxidants - natural compounds in foods - can help ward off heart disease, cancer, cataracts, even Alzheimer's.  Search this section for the latest research about how the nutrients and supplements can help keep you healthy.

Calcium and vitamin D may lower risk of diabetes

Researchers from the Tufts-New England Medical Centre have found that a high intake of calcium and vitamin D from the diet and supplements may lower the risk of diabetes by 33 percent.…

Calcia - a chewable calcium supplement

We have recently discovered Calcia, an excellent new calcium supplement. Calciahas been proven effective through more published clinical studies than any other single calcium supplement in the…

Aging lungs benefit from beta-carotene

Recent study findings from the University of Medicine Bichat in Paris report that an increased intake of beta-carotene may reduce the loss of lung function due to aging. As part of the natural…

Folic acid fortification linked with lower risk of stroke

Since the introduction of folic acid fortification in North America eight years ago, the number of deaths from stroke has dropped by five percent. Mandatory fortification of folic acid was…

Nutrients in fruits and vegetables on the decline

According to research published in the Food Commission, researchers have found that nutrient levels in some fruits and vegetables have declined by up to 35 percent in the last 50 years.…

Calcium supplements reduce pregnancy complications

According to study findings published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, daily supplements of calcium might be able to reduce serious complications during pregnancy. In the…

B vitamins may not help prevent heart disease

While supplementation of B vitamins is associated with lower levels of homocysteine, it is not linked with a lower risk of heart disease, according to recent study findings. Increased blood…

Herbal supplements may relieve menopause symptoms

German researchers have found a combination of black cohosh and St. Johnís wort significantly reduces the symptoms of menopause. The nine-month study, involving 300 women, gave herbal…

Diet rich in vitamin C may reduce inflammation

Study findings published in this month’s American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggest that a diet high in vitamin C may significantly reduce inflammation. The study of over 3200 men…

Study questions the benefit of calcium pills

A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine examining the effect of calcium and vitamin D supplements on bone health found little evidence that these two nutrients…

Supplements may not ease arthritis pain

A recent study conducted by the National Institute of Health, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, has found that two popular nutrition supplements commonly used to treat…

Vitamin C maintains vitamin E levels in smokers

Researchers at Oregon State University have found that a daily supplement of vitamin C may help maintain vitamin E levels in smokers by up to 45 percent. Smokers tend to be at risk for reduced…

Saw palmetto has no effect on prostate swelling

New research published in the February 2006 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine has found saw palmetto has no effect on swelling of the prostate, contradicting previous findings about…

Magnesium may lower risk of colon cancer

Researchers from the School of Public Health at the University of Minnesota have found that a diet rich in magnesium may lower the risk of colon cancer. This latest study assessed the dietary…

Health Canada warns against African supplements

Health Canada has issued a warning about two Nigerian herbal products, M2 Formula and Energy 2000, which are believed to contain toxic herbal ingredients. This warning comes after the UK…

Vitamin D during pregnancy linked with bone health of children

Recent findings from researchers at the University of Southampton suggest that children whose mothers are deficient in vitamin D during pregnancy may have lower than lower than normal bone…

Flavoured fish oils

For some people, taking fish oil supplements can leave an unpleasant taste in their mouths - but it's worth it for the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids for brain and heart…

Antioxidants guard against macular degeneration

Research findings featured in the Journal of the American Medical Association report that a diet high in beta carotene, vitamins C and E and zinc is associated with a substantially reduced…

Vitamin D beneficial for lung function

Latest study findings featured in the medical journal Chest have found that vitamin D, a nutrient normally linked with bone health, may also be responsible for better lung function.…

Cranberries help prevent tooth decay

While cranberries have long been known for their ability to prevent urinary tract infections, new research has shed some light on their ability to prevent tooth decay and cavities. It seems…