Vitamin and mineral supplements and fatigue: a prospective study

Vitamin and mineral supplements and fatigue: a prospective study

Vitamin and mineral supplements and fatigue: a prospective study Abstract Purpose The consumption of vitamin/mineral supplements (VMS) and vitamin/mineral and/or dietary supplements (VMDS) is popular among the general population. However, the association of VMS/VMDS with fatigue remains sparse and conclusions are mixed. We aimed to understand the association between VMS/VMDS and fatigue. Methods Prospective study…

Meta-analysis supports vitamin D supplements for heart health

Meta-analysis supports vitamin D supplements for heart health

Overweight and obese people should take vitamin D supplements to reduce the incidence of major adverse cardiovascular events, says a new meta-analysis. Data published in the British Journal of Nutrition indicated that supplementation with the sunshine vitamin was associated with reductions in heart attacks, stroke and cardiovascular death in overweight and obese people. However, no…

Study identifies different metabolic health roles for prebiotic fibers

Study identifies different metabolic health roles for prebiotic fibers

Inulin may be better for blood sugar management in overweight or obese people, while fructooligosaccharides (FOS) may help manage homocysteine levels for people with a healthy weight, says a new study. Data published in BMC Medicine indicated that prebiotics may exert different effects on healthy people and those who are overweight or obese, highlighting the…

A cherry a day keeps the doctor away? Reviewexplores health benefits of cherry extract

A cherry a day keeps the doctor away? Reviewexplores health benefits of cherry extract

Cherry extract appears to have a variety of health-boosting benefits, according to a new review, which found that supplementation can reduce markers of inflammation, oxidative stress, exercise-induced muscle soreness and blood pressure. A few studies have also reported beneficial effects on arthritis, diabetes, sleep, cognitive functions and possibly mood. These benefits may be attributed not…

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