This common vitamin may protect against blinding eye disease
Glaucoma is the world’s leading cause of irreversible blindness, affecting more than 60 million people worldwide.
The disease, which leads to vision loss when cells...
Zinc and vitamin C cannot help fight COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that vitamin C and zinc supplements don't help COVID-19 patients recover from their illness.
Giving one or the other,...
Plant-based diets can harm your bone health without these two nutrients
In a new study, researchers found that plant-based diets can pose a risk to bone health if adequate calcium and vitamin D intakes are...
Vitamin D supplements may help avoid tens of thousands of cancer deaths every year
In recent years, three meta-analyses of clinical studies have come to the conclusion that vitamin D supplements was associated with a reduction in the...
Omega-3 info that may surprise you
We’ve all heard about the benefits of consuming foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, but what exactly are those benefits and who stands to...
Bleeding gums may be a sign you need more vitamin C
Current advice from the American Dental Association tells you that if your gums bleed, make sure you are brushing and flossing twice a day...
This vitamin is particularly important for your cancer prevention
In a new study, researchers found that a good vitamin D status is beneficial both in cancer prevention and in the prognosis of several...
How vitamins, steroids and antiviral drugs can fight against COVID-19
Evidence is emerging that vitamin D - and possibly vitamins K and A - might help combat COVID-19.
In a new study, researchers found how...
Vitamin D: important for your overall health, and may even prevent COVID-19
Not too long ago, Vitamin D emerged as the star of the show when it came to proactive and preventive health care.
Seen as the...
Vitamin D deficiency linked to higher COVID-19 risk, study confirms
In a new study, researchers found that patients with vitamin D deficiency are much more likely to be positive for COVID-19.
The research was conducted...