Bacon receives a cancer warning. Spinach comes with a nutrition label. Both contain nitrates and nitrites, the same group of compounds that have been linked to stomach cancer risk since the 1990s. This contradiction has puzzled researchers for decades. A Canadian mathematical model traced the chemical reactions leading up to digestion and found that it … Read more
Mercy Medical Center experts explain what you need to know. When you think about getting your vitamin D, you probably think all you need to do is get outside and get some sunshine. It is not always enough to resolve vitamin D deficiency. Jaylen Heyliger, a physician assistant at Mercy Medical Center, said exposure to … Read more
High-dose vitamin D3 supplementation during pregnancy was associated with improved verbal and visual memory. Credit: Aknarin Thika on Pexels Prenatal supplements nourish both mother and baby, replenishing vitamin and mineral deficiencies in the mother while supporting a healthy pregnancy and strong fetal development through all stages of pregnancy. Scientists have found that a little extra … Read more
Share on PinterestTaking vitamin D supplements during pregnancy may promote cognitive health in offspring, a new study has found. Image credit: Nikola Stojadinovic/Getty Images Vitamin D is an important nutrient in the body that supports bone, muscle, and immune system health. Past research has also shown that vitamin D may help protect against certain diseases … Read more
Andrew Laudato, chief operating officer at The Vitamin Shoppe, disputed the perception that an omnichannel approach creates a situation where there can be potential competition between channels. “Customers who shop across multiple channels are actually your best customers,” says Laudato. “We want our customers to shop when, where and how they want. It’s also another … Read more
Vitamin B12 is best known for helping the body produce DNA, red blood cells, and healthy nerve tissue. However, research shows that meeting current minimum standards may not always be enough, especially for older adults. A UCSF-led study found that healthy older adults with low vitamin B12 levels show signs of subtle neurological and cognitive … Read more
Recommendations for calcium and vitamin D supplementation should be reevaluated, researchers suggest Detailed study finds that supplements with calcium, vitamin D, or their combination offer little or no clinically meaningful benefit in preventing fractures and falls in most older adults. review the latest evidence published by BMJ today. Almost one-third of people over the age … Read more
Supplements with calcium, vitamin D, or their combination offer little or no clinically meaningful benefit in preventing fractures and falls in most older adults, a detailed review of the latest evidence published by the National Academy of Sciences has found. BMJ today. Almost one-third of people over the age of 65 fall each year, often … Read more
Vitamin B12 is essential for DNA repair, nerve function, and healthy blood cells, but recent research suggests that its role in cancer may be more complex than previously thought. Vitamin B12 is essential, but more is not necessarily better. Researchers say that while extremely high levels can indicate underlying disease, a balanced intake is key … Read more
Founded in 2024 by father-daughter duo Steve and Rachel Jennings, Generise is a UK-based ingredients and supplement company that has been committed to educating consumers about the benefits of creatine and producing high-quality creatine monohydrate with a smooth texture and natural taste. Cr.01 aims to provide highly purified creatine with strictly controlled manufacturing standards and … Read more