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Eating Fabulous

June 26th, 2008

Vitamin D, Linked to Colon Cancer Survival

A preliminary study indicates that Vitamin D not only reduce the risk of developing colon and rectal cancer, vitamin D consumption is also linked to survival.
The results showed that individuals with the vitamin D levels in the highest quartile were 48 percent less likely to die (from any cause, including colon cancer) than those with […]

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April 23rd, 2008

Vitamin D in Brain Function, Supplementation May Be Necessary

In a review of existing scientific literature, scientists say that, among its other impacts on bone health and possibly reducing cancer risks, vitamin D also plays an important in brain development and function.
McCann & Ames point out that evidence for vitamin D’s involvement in brain function includes the wide distribution of vitamin D receptors throughout […]

By ruth -- 4 comments

October 30th, 2006

Turmeric Supplements May Treat Arthritis

Turmeric is a spice that features a lot in Asian, particularly Indian, cuisine. But aside from its use in flavoring food, it is also widely sold as a dietary supplement supposedly to treat a wide variety of ailments, including arthiritis.
However, nobody knows whether they are really effective, and what dosage is necessary.
Researchers from the […]

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October 20th, 2006

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) Anti-Aging Supplement Does NOT Work

When I hear products being brandished as anti-aging, I can’t help but shake my head. As if it’s possible to stop time and remain young forever. As if there’s a magic elixir that will keep you living forever and ever. “The age-defying benefits help you to look and feel your best”. Yeah, right.
Well, wrong. […]

By ruth -- 16 comments

September 8th, 2006

Silkworm CLA Against Diabetes

A group of scientists found out that silkworms fed with CLA-coated mulberry leaves accummulated conjugated linoleic acids (CLA) into their lipids.
You might remember my entry on milk CLA as a potential diabetes therapy. It’s pretty much the same thing. Silkworm powder is already being marketed in Asia (Korea and Japan) as a nutritional supplement to […]

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