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02.06.2011

Lignans and a healthy, slim woman

A new study from Canada has confirmed that women taking higher amounts of lignans, and hence having elevated levels of metabolites in the blood, tend to have a lower BMI (body mass index) and total body fat percentage.

02.06.2011

Taking folic acid before conception reduces the risk of low birth weight of newborns

Folic acid supply before conception can reduce the risk of low birth weight of newborns.

02.06.2011

B vitamins may provide relief from migraine

Supplementation* with vitamins B6 and B12 and folic acid can reduce frequency and severity of migraine and incidence of disability caused by migraine.

02.06.2011

Magnesium may be beneficial for people with high blood pressure

Magnesium may lower blood pressure in people with hypertension, on the other hand, it has no effect on people with normal blood pressure.

02.06.2011

Coenzyme Q 10 and cholesterol lowering drugs

Do you know that you should take coenzyme Q10 if you are taking drugs to lower cholesterol level in the blood?

02.06.2011

Coenzyme Q 10 can enhance sperm quality

The study in which coenzyme Q10 was administered found that coenzyme Q10 can improve sperm density and motility in infertile men.

02.06.2011

Probiotics can reduce symptoms of cold and flu

Daily Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria supplementation can reduce symptoms of cold and flu in children up to 50%.

02.06.2011

Lycopene and vascular health

Higher blood lycopene levels are associated with lower arterial stiffness.

02.06.2011

DHA-enriched baby food promotes cognitive development

Research has demonstrated that breastfed children have better cognitive skills than children fed with baby food.

02.06.2011

Folic acid and heart health in children

According to a new study from the Netherlands, folic acid supplementation during pregnancy may not only reduce the risk of foetal defects, but also protects children from congenital heart disease.

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