All posts tagged with nutrients

(Natural News) When it comes to taking care of one’s health, men tend to lag behind their female counterparts. Maybe it’s the machismo, maybe it’s that men are more afraid of doctors, or maybe it’s because men don’t like to admit that something might be wrong. Whatever the reason, the lack of self care will […]

(Natural News) Pregnancy is something all women should have the privilege of enjoying. It means having the power to nurture life, feel it grow, and see it come alive before a mother — and a father’s — unbelieving eyes. Not all women can enjoy this privilege, and responsibility, however. Some can’t conceive at all. Others […]

(Natural News) Vitamin D is a critical nutrient that is essential for good health, there’s little doubt about that. Many people know already that the “sunshine vitamin” is key for bone health, but studies continue to show that the benefits of vitamin D are far more reaching than previously imagined. In fact, new research has […]

(Natural News) Prepackaged salads are a godsend for those of us who are too busy to prepare our own healthy meals. They offer vitamin- and mineral-rich fruits and vegetables in a convenient package – what’s not to love? Well, unfortunately, therein lies the problem. Prepackaged salads and their greens are convenient, but are they as […]

(Natural News) A pilot study by Ohio-based researchers suggested that omega-3 oils and gamma linoleic acids (GLA) could help reduce the symptoms of autisms in toddlers born as pre-term babies, reported NutraIngredients. The research team performed their initial experiment at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Their testing encompassed toddlers who were born highly pre-term. They published […]

(Natural News) A recent study by the University of Oxford discovered that a combination of B-vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids could lower the risk of dementia by reducing the rate at which the disease develops. Part of the Oxford Project to Investigate Memory and Ageing (OPTIMA), the study found that the interaction between the two nutrients […]

(Natural News) Healthcare professionals usually suggest a sufficient potassium intake to lower an individual’s blood pressure and the risk of cardiovascular damage, coronary heart disease, and stroke. But according to a review, for patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) and those with end stage renal disease (ESRD), potassium intake must be carefully controlled to prevent […]

(Natural News) Given stress is bad for health while probiotics are good for the gut, Argentinean researchers decide to determine whether or not the latter can offset the former. Their experiment on stressed mice revealed that probiotic supplements could boost the immune system of the gut against infection. Stress conditions disrupt the natural balance of the body. These […]

(Natural News) If you haven’t heard of astaxanthin, you’re not alone. This useful substance has only recently started to get a lot of attention for its antioxidant effects. However, even those who are already enjoying its benefits might be surprised to learn that it could help diabetics thanks to its ability to lower blood pressure […]

(Natural News) It does not matter how healthy a person’s overall diet is, consuming too much salt still causes high blood pressure, according to a study published in the journal Hypertension. The study was conducted by a team of researchers from different institutions, which included the Imperial College London and Northwestern University, who looked at the diets […]