Spices show promise in anti-cancer properties
1st October 2011
This study was the first to suggest that curcumin (the main phytochemical from turmeric) and piperine (from pepper) could reduce the risk of cancer by targeting stem cells. Based on…
Research Update
Good Vitamin B12 levels associated with reduced Alzheimers risk
2nd September 2011
Maintaining healthy vitamin B12 levels may help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease (AD), according to a recent study. Blood concentrations of homocysteine and holotranscobalamin (active vitamin B12) were…
Omega 3’s Protect Eyes
2nd September 2011
Patients suffering from age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and whose diets are rich in omega-3 fatty acids have a significantly lower risk of further damage compared to those with the…
Expectant Mums Reduce Infant Allergy with Fish Oil
2nd June 2011
Maternal intake of omega-3 could possibly be linked with childhood allergy incidence, according to a recent study. The randomised, placebo-controlled study aimed to measure the effects of maternal omega-3 long-chain…
Stress affect skin health, and vice versa
2nd April 2011
It is fairly commonly accepted that stress levels, anxiety and mood can affect skin conditions, making them flare up or break out. There is plenty of research behind it to,…
Vitamin D Prevents Asthma Attacks
2nd March 2011
Deaths related to asthma attacks are far too common. One of the main causes of these asthma attacks is respiratory tract infections. Vitamin D has several effects in the body,…
