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Researchers publish landmark analysis on the impacts of prenatal vitamins on mothers and newborns. Dongqing Wang, an assistant professor of Global and Community Health at George Mason's College of Public Health, is pioneering research in prenatal nutritional interventions. His latest report identifies prenatal supplements that reduce health risks to small and vulnerable babies. This research was published in the The Lancet Global Health journal and funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Wang found that compared to folic acid and iron alone, a multiple micronutrient supplement led to a 27% lower risk of giving birth to "small vulnerable newborn...

A daily intake of one gram (1000mg – Ed) of omega-3 can slow down biological aging by up to four months, according to an analysis of clinical data from the international DO-HEALTH study. For the first time, epigenetic clocks were used to measure the aging process. Many people would like to delay or even stop the aging process. Previous clinical studies have shown that a reduced calorie intake can slow down the aging process in humans. Taking vitamin D or omega-3 fatty acids has also shown promising results in slowing biological aging in animals. However, it was unclear whether these...

Coenzyme Q10 decreases all cause mortality by half, according to the results of a multicentre randomised double blind trial presented at Heart Failure 2013 congress. It was the first drug to improve heart failure mortality in over a decade and should be added to standard treatment, according to lead author Professor Svend Aage Mortensen (Copenhagen, Denmark). Heart Failure 2013 was held in Lisbon, Portugal. It is the main annual meeting of the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) occurs naturally in the body and is essential to survival. CoQ10 works as an electron carrier...

High cholesterol is a silent yet common health concern affecting millions worldwide. While lifestyle changes and medication are common approaches, many are looking to natural alternatives like Red Yeast Rice. In this article, we’ll explore its benefits and role in cholesterol management. What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of lipid that plays a vital role in the body. Lipids don’t dissolve in water, so cholesterol travels through the blood to reach the cells that need it. Your liver naturally produces enough cholesterol to support essential functions. However, you also absorb cholesterol from food. Normally, the body regulates cholesterol levels...