18 February 2015
According to a new review a vitamin C supplementation before, during and after operation may reduce the risk of developing a complex regional pain syndrome.
The systematic review included data of 13 studies investigating a potential effect of vitamin C supplementation before, during and after operation (perioperative) on postoperative pain and the development of complex regional pain syndrome I (CRPS I) in patients undergoing surgical procedures (1). The data analysis showed that there is moderate level evidence supporting the use of a 2 g preoperative dose of vitamin C as an adjunct for reducing postoperative morphine consumption, and a high level evidence supporting perioperative vitamin C supplementation of 1 g per day for 50 days for CRPS I prevention after extremity surgery.
The scientists noted that the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends the use of vitamin C to prevent complex regional pain syndrome for patients with distal radius fractures (2). Postoperative pain can contribute to increased risk for complications and lengthened hospital stays. Additional studies are necessary to increase the level of evidence to determine the overall effectiveness and optimum dosage of vitamin C.
8 April 2015
A new paper from the Oregon State University suggests that low zinc status in the elderly (>65 years) could be due to epigenetic changes relating to IL-6 expression resulting in increased inflammation and risk of chronic disease.
30 April 2019
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.
25 April 2014
Several newly-released meta-analyses suggest that there is not enough clear evidence of health effects of vitamin D preparations – such as maintaining bone health and reducing the risk of developing chronic diseases. Experts describe these conclusions as inadmissible and refer to the sufficiently documented need for a reasonable supply of vitamin D, which is essential for many bodily functions.
