Daily vitamin D may slow aging in older people
A large scientific study has found that taking a daily vitamin D supplement may help slow one important part of the aging process inside...
Could this simple vitamin help prevent nerve damage in diabetes?
A new study from researchers at Florida State University has found that increasing the amount of folic acid in the diet may help prevent...
A simple vitamin mix may help stop a major cause of blindness
Glaucoma is one of the most common causes of blindness around the world. The disease slowly damages the optic nerve, which is the nerve...
This diet may speed up breast cancer growth, scientists find
What people eat may influence how cancer grows in the body. For many years, doctors and scientists have suspected that diet can affect the...
The sunshine vitamin that quietly protects your heart and blood pressure
When most people hear about vitamin D, they usually think about strong bones and preventing bone diseases such as osteoporosis. This is because vitamin...
A popular fiber supplement may also affect your lungs and gut
Inulin is a type of dietary fiber that occurs naturally in many everyday foods. It can be found in plants such as bananas, asparagus,...
Vitamin D has surprising effects on memory and reaction time in older people
Vitamin D is often called the “sunshine vitamin” because our bodies make it when our skin is exposed to sunlight. For many years, doctors...
A simple vitamin supplement may help millions walk farther without pain
Peripheral artery disease, often called PAD, affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the blood vessels that carry blood to the...
A simple supplement may help older adults feel stronger, happier, and less tired
Many people believe that exercise is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Regular movement can improve heart health, strengthen muscles, and lift...
Could too much of this common nutrient shorten men’s lives?
Scientists have discovered a surprising link between a common nutrient in our food and how long men may live. The nutrient is called tyrosine,...