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Increased vitamin D levels could help to prevent asthma attacks
According to a new study from Israel asthmatics who are vitamin D-deficient seem to be at a higher risk of an asthma attack.
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Increased intakes of vitamin D and calcium may reduce risk of stress fractures
A new US study reports that a daily supplementation with calcium and vitamin D may help to increase bone density of people with a higher risk of skeletal stress fractures due to intense physical fitness training.
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Increased vitamin D intakes may decrease triglyceride levels
A new study from Mexico reports that a daily dose of vitamin D seems to decrease blood triglyceride concentrations of post-menopausal women with an increased risk of heart disease.
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Children who drink non-cow’s milk may have an increased risk for vitamin D deficiency
According to a new study from Canada children who drink non-cow’s milk such as rice, almond, soy or goat’s milk, are twice as likely to have low blood levels of vitamin D.
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A sufficient supply with vitamin E and folate seems to be key for cognitive health
A new review concludes that the strongest evidence for preventing cognitive decline and/or improving cognitive function is related to increased intakes of vitamin E and folate among individuals with low status of these vitamins.
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Omega-3 fatty acid intake may improve the response to antidepressants
A new study from the Netherlands reports that patients who suffer from depression may increase the chance to respond to antidepressants by increasing the consumption of fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
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Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of dying after cardiac arrest
A new study from Korea reports that patients with vitamin D deficiency seem to be more likely to have a poor neurological outcome or die after sudden cardiac arrest.
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A healthy lifestyle may reduce stroke risk by half
According to a new study from Sweden women with a healthy diet and lifestyle may be less likely to have a stroke by more than 50%.
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Safety of essential fatty acids confirmed
Experts from the European Food Safety Authority conclude that supplemental eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid from algal oil sources up to five grams daily can be safely taken as there are no safety concerns for adults.
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Low intakes of B vitamins may increase the risk for childhood obesity
A new study from Australia reports that low blood concentrations of vitamin B1, B2, B12 and folate seem to play a role in the development of fat cells and childhood obesity.