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Omega-3 fatty acids as protection from cardiovascular diseases confirmed
31 March 2012
A new literature review from the US shows a significant reduction of cardiovascular mortality linked to omega-3 fatty acid intakes of up to 200 mg.
04 May 2009
Supplements of vitamin K 1 may slow hardening of the arteries in people already suffering from the condition.
In a U.S. randomized controlled trial, older men and women receiving a daily 500 micrograms vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) plus multivitamin supplement experienced six per cent less progression of coronary artery calcification (CAC), or hardening of the arteries that leads to atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease, than people receiving only the multivitamin (1).
The researchers said that the benefits were independent of changes in levels of a protein called ‘matrix Gla protein (MGP)’, the most powerful inhibitor of soft tissue calcification presently known. MGP needs vitamin K to be active in that way. Vessel walls depend on MGP to defend themselves against calcification.
The protective role of vitamin K is still uncertain. Larger studies in other populations are needed to confirm these findings, and to assess the risks and benefits of vitamin K supplementation on cardiovascular diseases.
31 March 2012
A new literature review from the US shows a significant reduction of cardiovascular mortality linked to omega-3 fatty acid intakes of up to 200 mg.
11 June 2014
According to a new US study low blood vitamin D levels are widespread in women and their early preterm infants at birth. The infants may not receive adequate vitamin D supplementation during hospitalization.
8 July 2013
Prenatal supplement recommendations are too low to ensure vitamin D sufficiency in newborns, particularly for those with darker skin types, says a new study from Italy.