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Higher levels of the minerals copper and manganese in pregnant women were associated with lower blood pressure and a reduced risk of developing high blood pressure decades later, according to a long-term study. Women with higher levels of essential minerals circulating in their blood during pregnancy, particularly copper and manganese, along with vitamin B12, had a lower risk of developing high blood pressure in middle age, about 20 years later. According to the study authors, it is the first to explore the associations of pregnancy metal levels with women's midlife blood pressure and hypertension risk. The study was published in...

GLP-1 weight loss medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have changed the conversation around obesity treatment. Sold under brand names like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, these medications are helping many people lose significant amounts of weight by reducing appetite and increasing feelings of fullness. But while the focus has largely been on how much weight people are losing, far less attention has been given to what might be lost nutritionally along the way. Recent research from experts at the University of Cambridge and UCL raises an important question: are people using these medications getting enough nutritional guidance to protect their...

Collagen supplements have become part of many people’s daily routines, especially for those interested in skin health, healthy ageing, and joint support. At the same time, questions often come up around whether collagen supplements work or whether they are simply another wellness trend. Much of this confusion comes from how collagen is expected to behave in the body. Many people assume that taking collagen will directly replace lost collagen in the skin. Collagen works more indirectly, and understanding this process helps explain both its benefits and its limitations. What Collagen Does in the Body Collagen is a key structural protein...

Should You Take Probiotics with Antibiotics? Antibiotics can destroy the populations of ‘good’ beneficial bacteria in our gut microbiome. This can cause negative bodily effects such as diarrhea, nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, bloating, and low energy. Taking a probiotic supplement in conjunction with antibiotics may help to lower the likelihood of acquiring adverse side effects. What is a probiotic? Probiotics are a combination of live beneficial bacteria and/or yeasts (a type of fungus) that are naturally found in the human body. They are a part of the human microbiome, which is a collection of microorganisms that live inside the...