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Resveratrol may improve memory in elderly
27 August 2014
A new study from Germany reports that regular increased intakes of the polyphenol resveratrol seem to support memory performance and glucose metabolism in older adults.
02 April 2014
The Brazilian Academy of Neurology has released new guidelines and recommendations for neurologists to use vitamin D in multiple sclerosis patients.
Based on the latest research in vitamin D and multiple sclerosis (MS), the Scientific Department of Neuro- immunology (DCNI) of the Brazilian Academy of Neurology (ABN) has established a set of guidelines on the use of vitamin D supplements for neurologists who care for people with MS (1). Their recommendations and guidelines are as follows:
MS is an autoimmune disease in which the own immune system attacks the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. This can lead to various symptoms all over the body including difficulties walking, talking, swallowing and thinking. Past research has shown that people with low vitamin D levels are most likely to develop MS later in life (2). Researchers have also found that MS is more prevalent in places farther from the equator, where there is much less UVB radiation, which induces vitamin D production in skin.
27 August 2014
A new study from Germany reports that regular increased intakes of the polyphenol resveratrol seem to support memory performance and glucose metabolism in older adults.
8 September 2015
A new study from New Zealand reports that low blood vitamin D concentrations seem to increase the risk of developing a depression in healthy young adults.
15 July 2013
A new US study indicates that teens and young adults with type 2 diabetes who also have low vitamin D levels are at elevated risk for developing arterial stiffness, an established heart disease risk factor.