Topic of the Month
The role of micronutrients at all stages of life
Micronutrients – we all need them, our whole life. But which ones are important for different age groups?
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Topic of the Month
Using Good Nutrition to Support Healthy Cognition in Aging
Nutrition plays a pivotal role in healthy aging, including maintaining cognition.
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Topic of the Month
New study reveals that the lipid structure of EPA and DHA sources does not determine their uptake into the blood lipids of healthy adults
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Topic of the Month
Does the Vitamin C Intake Recommendation Need to be Increased?
Despite the widespread knowledge of vitamin C deficiency, there is considerable variation in recommendations that differ more than two-fold depending on the country issuing the nutrition advice. Is it time these recommendations are increased?
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Topic of the Month
Key Nutrients Needed for Maternal and Infant Health
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Topic of the Month
The Downsides of Nutritional Defortification
Food fortification and enrichment are two population-level strategies that can improve micronutrient status. Today’s trend of nutritional defortification is, unfortunately, paving the way for nutritional deficiencies.
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Topic of the Month
Debunking Myths with Facts about Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Awareness of the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids is high [1]. Consumers rate omega-3 fatty acids as being particularly healthy for the heart, eyes and brain, supported by a strong scientific basis. Yet many myths about omega-3 fatty acids abound. We help you sort fact from fiction in omega-3 science.
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Topic of the Month
Vitamin D and cardiovascular disease: a potential novel agent for reducing cardiovascular risk
Vitamin D deficiency is often found in patients with cardiovascular disease.
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Topic of the Month
A review of emerging science with regard to marine omega-3 fatty acids and cognitive health
Marine omega-3 fatty acids are important for the developing brain, adult brain health and protection against cognitive decline in the elderly. DHA is an important structural part of the nervous tissue whilst circulating EPA levels appear to be important in prevention of the onset of depression. This review will examine the current evidence with regard to efficacy.
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Topic of the Month
How nutritional interventions can be used to reduce the ill-effects of PM2.5 particulate pollution
Air pollution is a global problem with far-reaching consequences. Fine particulate matter known as PM2.5 increases the risk of illness and mortality from non-communicable diseases, especially cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The supplementation of micronutrients with antioxidant capabilities such as vitamins B, C, E and marine omega-3 fatty acids has been shown to offset some of the worst effects of PM2.5 inhalation.