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Carotenoids benefit eye health
22 December 2009
A new review confirms that lutein and zeaxanthin benefit visual performance.
23 February 2010
Supplements of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals for prisoners may reduce the number of violent and aggressive episodes in prisoners, according to a new study.
According to findings of a randomized placebo-controlled trial with over 200 Dutch young adult offenders, nutritional supplements containing multivitamins, minerals, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids were associated with a 34 percent reduction in violent incidents (1). On the other hand, a 14 percent increase in the number of reported incidents in participants in the placebo group were reported.
The prospect of influencing aggression and rule-breaking behavior with nutrients in moderation doses is important enough to warrant further research, the researchers commented. Adequate supplementation may also have beneficial effects on mental health and cognitive functioning.
Oxford University researchers are currently conducting a similar double blind, randomized, controlled trial at three locations and planned to include 1,000 subjects.
22 December 2009
A new review confirms that lutein and zeaxanthin benefit visual performance.
7 October 2010
Vitamin D supplements may not improve bone density in healthy children with normal vitamin D status, a new Australian review suggests.
20 January 2010
High serum levels of vitamin A and vitamin E in maternal blood and cord blood after delivery benefits children's cognitive and behavior development, says a new study.