Metabolic syndrome patients need more vitamin C to break cycle of antioxidant depletion

A higher intake of vitamin C is crucial for metabolic syndrome patients trying to halt a potentially deadly cycle of antioxidant disruption and health-related problems, a researcher says.

Low-fat dairy intake may raise Parkinson’s risk

Researchers have uncovered a link between higher intake of low-fat dairy products – particularly skim or low-fat milk – and a greater risk of Parkinson’s.

Higher calcium intake ‘may protect seniors from CVD, but not stroke, fractures’

While a higher intake of calcium was found to lower cardiovascular disease risk for older adults in a new study, it had no effect on the risks for stroke and fractures.

Yogurt could lower the risk of type 2 diabetes

According to researchers, a higher intake of yogurt is associated with a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, suggesting that it could play an important role as part of a healthy diet.

Vitamin D levels during pregnancy linked to offspring muscle strength

New research published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism suggests that mothers who have a higher intake of vitamin D during pregnancy are more likely to have children with stronger muscles.Vitamin D is known to help regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the bloodstream, as well as help cells to communicate.

Grape Consumption Linked To Healthier Eating Habits

Grape consumption is linked to healthier diet habits and higher intake of nutrients, according to a study presented at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food and Nutrition Conference and Exposition in Philadelphia, PA…

Nutrition tied to improved sperm DNA quality in older men: Healthy micronutrient intake linked to reduced DNA fragmentation

A healthy intake of micronutrients is strongly associated with improved sperm DNA quality in older men.

Greater Availability Of Fast Food Restaurants Associated With Higher Calorie Intake

The increased availability of fast food restaurants is associated with a higher intake of calories among African Americans in the Southeast reports a new study released today in the American Journal of Public Health. Researchers examined the associations between fast food restaurant availability with dietary intake and weight among African Americans in the southeastern United States…