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Vitamin D supplements show anti-diabetes potential
Supplements of vitamin D may improve risk factors for diabetes such as insulin resistance and sensitivity, says a new study.
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Antioxidants tied to lower risk of preterm birth
Pregnant women who eat plenty of red- and orange-hued fruits and vegetables may have lower odds of giving birth prematurely, a new study suggests.
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Omega-3 fatty acids may prevent age-related sight loss
Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of developing age-related blindness by 30 per cent, reports a new study.
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Beta-carotene is an essential and safe source of vitamin A
Health risks arise from a lack of beta-carotene and not from oversupply, experts concluded at a Nutrition Conference.
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B vitamin pills have no effect on heart disease, review suggests
Trials using a combination of vitamins B6, B12 and B9 (folic acid) were not helpful in reducing the risk of cardiovascular events, a new scientific review reports.
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Study fails to find omega-3 fatty acids benefit for depression
Amplifying antidepressant therapy with an omega-3 fatty acid supplement does not result in improvement in levels of depression in patients with coronary heart disease, a new study reports.
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B-complex vitamins may fail to prevent cardiovascular events
Results from intervention trials suggest that there is no evidence to support the use of homocysteine-lowering B vitamins to prevent cardiovascular events, according to a new review.
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Maternal folic acid and iron linked to improved baby survival rates
Taking vitamin B9 (folic acid) and iron supplements during pregnancy may reduce infant mortality up to age 7, new research suggests.
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New study supports antioxidant supplements for ageing skin
Taking a dietary supplement containing coenzyme Q10 and a selection of antioxidants and minerals can decrease skin roughness and fine wrinkles, according to a new study.
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Folic acid may reduce colon cancer risk
Supplements of vitamin B9 (folic acid) may reduce the recurrence of colorectal cancer in people with low levels of the micronutrient, reports a new study.