21 September 2018
Longer working hours and using our leisure time differently can lead to longer periods of sedentary time – much more so than our parents and grandparents. One thing that remains true is the body’s need for nutrient-dense food – full of essential vitamins and minerals. Hilary Jones, MD explores the topic of nutrient density in this latest NUTRI-FACTS expert opinion video series.
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14 May 2014
A new study from the Netherlands suggests that adequate intakes of beta-carotene, lutein and the vitamins A, C and E may reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer not only due to their antioxidant properties.
5 March 2012
US researchers suggest, based on animal experiments, that dietary vitamin E in the form of gamma- and delta-tocopherol could be beneficial in reducing the risk of, and even treating, certain cancers. Experts criticized that animal models do not accurately reflect human metabolism and that cancer development depends on multiple factors.
23 October 2013
A supplementation with vitamin D may increase bone mass and structural bone parameters in adolescent girls, reports a new study.
