Vitamin D News and Research

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The nutritional value of ready-to-use meat alternatives in Belgium

Researchers compare the nutrient content of ready-to-use meat alternatives with real meat products.

31 May 2024

Study links high sugar intake to lower childhood asthma risk, while fat, magnesium, and vitamin D increase it

Using Mendelian Randomization, researchers found that high sugar intake may lower childhood asthma risk, while high fat, magnesium, and vitamin D intake increase it.

27 May 2024

Low vitamin D levels linked to higher diabetes risk in older adults, study finds

A meta-analysis found that low serum vitamin D levels significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in older adults, even after adjusting for several confounders.

27 May 2024

Are step counts as effective as time-based exercise in boosting health?

Monitoring physical activity with either step counts or time spent exercising shows similar benefits in reducing cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality among women in their 60s. Both methods support health guidelines and personal preference.

23 May 2024

Unraveling the role of MIR1 gene in Candida albicans virulence

This study is led by Professor Yan Wang (School of Pharmacy, Second Military Medical University (Naval Medical University), Shanghai, China). Her team found that the lack of MIR1 gene, which encodes mitochondrial phosphate carrier, can lead to severe virulence defects in Candida albicans.

22 May 2024

Dermatologists uncover UV-induced mechanisms for weight regulation and metabolic health

Obesity and metabolic disorders are increasingly significant global public health issues. In a novel study, a team of dermatologists evaluated the effect of ultraviolet (UV) exposure on appetite and weight regulation.

22 May 2024

Eating more potatoes may lower your risk of heart disease and early death, study finds

A Norwegian study found that higher potato consumption moderately reduces the risk of all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality in adults.

21 May 2024

Understanding the role of oxidative stress in Alzheimer's disease pathogenesis

The number of people suffering from Alzheimer's disease (AD) is expected to reach 100 million by 2050, but there is still no effective therapy.

21 May 2024

Low-fat diets significantly reduce lung cancer risk in older adults, study finds

Study found that adhering to low-fat diets significantly reduces lung cancer risk in older adults, with the most substantial benefits observed in current smokers. High consumption of saturated fats was linked to increased lung cancer risk, particularly for small-cell lung cancer.

20 May 2024

Twendee X shows promise in reducing oxidative stress in systemic sclerosis

Autoimmune diseases occur when the body's immune system attacks healthy cells instead of protecting them.

17 May 2024

Personalized vitamin D guidelines based on latitude and skin type could tackle deficiencies

Study highlights the importance of personalized vitamin D exposure recommendations based on latitude, skin type, and seasonal variations, providing valuable insights for addressing widespread deficiencies.

17 May 2024

Gut microbiota and obesity: New study shows promising results with probiotic and prebiotic intervention

The effect of a low-calorie, sufficient fiber regimen combined with probiotic supplements and physical activity on health, body composition, and physique.

16 May 2024

Metabolomic analysis sheds light on gut microbes' role in cardiovascular disease risk

The effect of gut bacteria on non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (non-HDL-c) variations.

14 May 2024

Diet and gut microbiota: how what you eat shapes your gut health

A systematic review published in Gut Microbes found that diet patterns, nutrients, bioactive compounds, and food additives influence gut microbiota. However, the associations were dominated by routinely analyzed nutrients rather than microbiota-relevant nutrients

13 May 2024

Study reveals soaring rates of adolescent daily e-cigarette use

Electronic vapor products (EVPs), also known as e-cigarettes or vaping devices, have an allure because of their marketed image as a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking and for their variety of appealing flavors.

13 May 2024

AI model identifies over 500 toxic chemicals in e-liquids, revealing vaping’s hidden dangers

Assessing potential health risks of vaping e-liquid.

10 May 2024

Can vitamin D3 supplementation reduce COVID-19 severity?

The effectiveness of Vitamin D3 supplementation in reducing intensive care unit admissions.

10 May 2024

Study reveals how UV exposure and ethnicity impact vitamin D levels, calling for tailored supplementation guidelines

A study in "Clinical Nutrition" reveals the complex interactions of UVB exposure, supplements, and ethnicity on vitamin D levels, underscoring the need for personalized supplementation guidelines based on demographic factors.

8 May 2024

Research offers new insight into the causes of spina bifida

A group of researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine led an investigation that offers new insight into the causes of spina bifida, the most common structural disorder of the human nervous system.

8 May 2024

Olive oil – 7 grams per day may keep the dementia away!

A large-scale study published in JAMA Network Open shows that daily consumption of seven or more grams of olive oil can reduce dementia-related mortality by 28% among American adults, underscoring the role of dietary habits in managing age-related cognitive decline.

8 May 2024

Vitamin D News and Research

Latest Vitamin D News and Research

The nutritional value of ready-to-use meat alternatives in Belgium

Study links high sugar intake to lower childhood asthma risk, while fat, magnesium, and vitamin D increase it

Low vitamin D levels linked to higher diabetes risk in older adults, study finds

Are step counts as effective as time-based exercise in boosting health?

Unraveling the role of MIR1 gene in Candida albicans virulence

Dermatologists uncover UV-induced mechanisms for weight regulation and metabolic health

Eating more potatoes may lower your risk of heart disease and early death, study finds

Understanding the role of oxidative stress in Alzheimer's disease pathogenesis

Low-fat diets significantly reduce lung cancer risk in older adults, study finds

Twendee X shows promise in reducing oxidative stress in systemic sclerosis

Personalized vitamin D guidelines based on latitude and skin type could tackle deficiencies

Gut microbiota and obesity: New study shows promising results with probiotic and prebiotic intervention

Metabolomic analysis sheds light on gut microbes' role in cardiovascular disease risk

Diet and gut microbiota: how what you eat shapes your gut health

Study reveals soaring rates of adolescent daily e-cigarette use

AI model identifies over 500 toxic chemicals in e-liquids, revealing vaping’s hidden dangers

Can vitamin D3 supplementation reduce COVID-19 severity?

Study reveals how UV exposure and ethnicity impact vitamin D levels, calling for tailored supplementation guidelines

Research offers new insight into the causes of spina bifida

Olive oil – 7 grams per day may keep the dementia away!

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