24 April 2018
Living within the body’s gastrointestinal tracts are numerous species of microbes that make up what we refer to as the “gut microbiome.” London-based physician – Dr. Hilary Jones – explains the function of these microbes and clearly explains the difference between prebiotics or probiotics.
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13 April 2012
A new review says that supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids does not seem to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events and mortality for patients with a history of cardiovascular disease. Experts criticize that the review did not include many studies that showed a preventive effect.
7 March 2013
Regular consumption of omega-3 fatty acid rich fish oils could help to protect against skin cancer by blocking the sun’s ability to suppress immune responses, suggests a new UK study.
6 June 2014
A new US study says that increased intakes of vitamin C by women who smoke during pregnancy seem to improve measures of lung function for their newborns and decrease the incidence of wheezing for their infants through one year.
