Global experts on LC-PUFAs (long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids) and infant formula provide their position on the need to add at least as much ARA as DHA, in a new paper published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Two recent articles that buttress each other hit Michael Roizen, M.D.’s reading stack this past month. These studies reinforce the notion that what is good for your brain, is also good for your heart. Read more about his analysis of these studies.
In a newly published study, the effects of diet and FADS polymorphisms on the long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA) status of formula fed and breastfed infants were evaluated (1). Infants in this assessment were participants from the COGNIS study, which was conducted in Spain. FADS polymorphisms had a significant impact on DHA and ARA status in some formula fed infants.
Nutrition experts and health care practitioners at the 20th Journées Interactives de Réalités Pédiatriques (JIRP) in Versailles, France, a leading pediatric conference that reports on research and scientific developments in infant and child health, discussed the importance of dietary fats, including the long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and arachidonic acid (ARA). Learn more.
Keeping pace with the growing population of the planet can be challenging, especially when it comes to feeding the world. To feed everyone a healthy diet, our food production systems need to become more sustainable. A recent report titled “Healthy Diets From Sustainable Food Systems,” published by the EAT-Lancet commission outlines several strategies that we can use to feed the world sustainably.
Gestational diabetes describes a condition during pregnancy when women experience high blood glucose (sugar) levels. New research suggests that vitamin D combined with omega-3s can support mom and baby, especially among mothers who have gestational diabetes.
In a new policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the organization calls attention to the importance of key vitamins, minerals and long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids that are essential to support brain development in early life. Read on to learn more.
Like millions of Americans, most doctors themselves do not get enough omega-3s. Don’t just take our word for it, Dr. Michael Roizen, chief wellness officer at the Cleveland Clinic shares his omega-3 index – you’ll be surprised.
This Valentine’s Day, say it with fish, not flowers! On the one day of the year that we think most of our hearts, be sure to talk to a loved one about the importance of omega-3s for heart health.
Vitamin C is best known for its role in collagen formation and is essential to prevent scurvy, the disease of vitamin C deficiency. New research suggests that vitamin C intake and levels in the body may also have implications for the risk of certain chronic diseases, and leading experts recommend higher daily intakes.
