Vitamin E and C supplements don't reduce dementia risk
Vitamin E and C supplements don't reduce dementia risk Vitamin C or E supplements, either individually or in combination, does not appear to lower the risk…
Extra vitamin D in early childhood cuts diabetes risk
Extra vitamin D in early childhood cuts diabetes risk Taking vitamin D supplements in early childhood may ward off the development of type 1 diabetes in…
Omega-3 fats boost infants' brains
Omega-3 fats boost infants' brains The typical North American eats lots of meat - and not much fish. Fish is a source of omega-3 fats, which…
Supplements don't cut lung cancer risk
Supplements don't cut lung cancer risk Taking vitamin supplements will not lower your risk of developing lung cancer, and taking vitamin E supplements may…
Magnesium lowers risk of gallstones
Magnesium lowers risk of gallstones A diet rich in magnesium appears to reduce the risk developing painful gallstones, according to a recent US study. In…
Antioxidants lower risk of cataracts in women
Antioxidants lower risk of cataracts in women The antioxidants vitamin E and lutein, from both food and supplements, may reduce women’s risk for…
Vitamin D boosts calcium's bone-building effects
Vitamin D boosts calcium's bone-building effects Adding vitamin D to regular calcium supplements produces long-term improvements in the bone density of…
Benefits of fish oil supplements may be overstated
Benefits of fish oil supplements may be overstated Omega-3 fats from oily fish are known for protecting against heart disease. But taking supplements of…
Low vitamin D boosts heart attack risk
Low vitamin D boosts heart attack risk Having low levels of vitamin D may increase a person's risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, say…
Hostile people found to have lower antioxidant levels
Hostile people found to have lower antioxidant levels Hostility may deplete certain heart-healthy antioxidants, says new research. In this study, 3,579 men…