05 September 2011
A diet high in observational study, the sodium consumption, physical activity levels and cognitive performance of 1,262 healthy older men and women were analyzed over the course of three years (1). The study results showed that a diet high in sodium, when combined with little exercise, was linked with the cognitive decline of the participants. Individuals with low activity levels and low sodium intake were linked to cognitive maintenance over the course of three years.
The researchers concluded that a reduction of sodium intake, especially in older adults with low physical activity, may improve brain health later in life. On the other hand, older adults who lead sedentary lifestyles and consume a lot of sodium in their diet may be putting themselves at risk for more than just heart disease.
1 July 2011
The “Gesund ins Leben” network – a group of specialist institutions, professional societies and associations in Germany dealing with young families – has published new standardized recommendations for nutrition during pregnancy: There are no complicated rules.
8 October 2012
According to a new study from New Zealand, vitamin D supplementation among adults who already have sufficient blood levels does not prevent colds or ease their severity. However, this might not apply to people with low vitamin D levels who may benefit from additional intake.
27 February 2015
A new review from Iran suggests that vitamin E supplementation can have significant anti-inflammatory effects.
