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Biochemists discover promising vitamin D-based treatment that can halt MS

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is a hard lot. Patients typically get the diagnosis around age 30 after experiencing a series of neurological problems such as blurry vision, wobbly gait or a numb foot. From there, this neurodegenerative disease follows an unforgiving course.

29 Sep 2013

Scientists discover critical regulator for directing pluripotent stem cells to make blood-forming stem cells

Stem cell scientists have moved one step closer to producing blood-forming stem cells in a Petri dish by identifying a key regulator controlling their formation in the early embryo, shows research published online today in Cell.

27 Sep 2013

Phase III EINSTEIN trial program: XARELTO reduces risk of DVT and PE

Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today a newly published, pooled analysis of the Phase III EINSTEIN trial program, showing XARELTO (rivaroxaban) is as effective as the standard of care in reducing the risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in people with symptomatic DVT or PE, while reducing the incidence of major bleeding by 46 percent.

21 Sep 2013

LUHS physician offers tips to help parents keep germs at bay

Most parents are all too familiar with the equation school + kids = sick days. With more than 200 cold viruses it's no wonder parents feel like they are fighting a losing battle when it comes to keeping their kids healthy.

19 Sep 2013

Researchers examine evolutionary selective pressure for MC1R gene among Spaniard and European populations

The proclivity of Spaniards to bask in regions like the Costa del Sol while their northern European counterparts must stay under cover to protect their paler skin or risk skin cancer is due in large part to the pigment producing qualities of the MC1R gene locus.

19 Sep 2013

New evidence suggests that taking vitamin B supplements may help reduce risk of stroke

New evidence suggests that taking vitamin B supplements may help reduce the risk of stroke. The research appears in the September 18, 2013, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

19 Sep 2013

Gout: An Interview with Dr. Lawrence Edwards, Chairman and CEO of GUAES

Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis that affects adults. It's a disease caused by the presence of uric acid crystals in and around the joints. It's a disease that's becoming more and more common. It probably has doubled in its prevalence worldwide over the past twenty to thirty years.

18 Sep 2013

Study: Healthy diet may reduce risk of severe depression

A healthy diet may reduce the risk of severe depression, according to a prospective follow-up study of more than 2,000 men conducted at the University of Eastern Finland. In addition, weight loss in the context of a lifestyle intervention was associated with a reduction in depressive symptoms.

16 Sep 2013

DO-HEALTH study aims to provide evidence for strategies that prevent chronic disease in seniors

Europe's largest healthy ageing study - DO-HEALTH - which aims to provide evidence for the safety of three simple preventive interventions: vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids and a simple home exercise programme, has recruited 532 of its target 2,000 seniors.

10 Sep 2013

Northumbria University psychologist to introduce diners to the science behind food and drink

Diners will discover how the food on their plate can impact their brain function at a special dining experience during the British Science Festival in Newcastle.

6 Sep 2013

International team of scientists discover new disease related to inability to process Vitamin B12

An international team of scientists, including University of Colorado School of Medicine and Children's Hospital Colorado researchers, has discovered a new disease related to an inability to process Vitamin B12.

6 Sep 2013

Many developing countries in Asia-Pacific region face twin burdens of under and overnutrition

Asia and the Pacific's drive for food security has focused too narrowly on quantity, with a surge in obesity and still high levels of malnutrition in some countries highlighting the need for a new approach, says a new Asian Development Bank study.

5 Sep 2013

New systematic review analyzes patterns of vitamin D status worldwide

A new systematic review published in the British Journal of Nutrition, is one of the first to focus on patterns of vitamin D status worldwide and in key population subgroups, using continuous values for 25(OH)D to improve comparisons.

5 Sep 2013

Heart researchers to establish stronger cardiovascular network in Chicago area

Heart research in Chicago will enter a new era Sept. 20 when top researchers from all of Chicago's major academic medical centers meet at the American Heart Association's 2013 Chicago Research Network Symposium.

5 Sep 2013

Study links herbal supplement use prior to surgery with postoperative complications

Patients electing cosmetic facial procedures such as rhinoplasty at St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery may be less likely to suffer complications, thanks to the way doctors at the practice have responded to a new study.

5 Sep 2013

Research: General practitioners undertreat women with atrial fibrillation

General practitioners (GPs) undertreat women with atrial fibrillation (AF), according to research presented at ESC Congress 2013 today by Dr Pierre Sabouret from France. The analysis of more than 15,000 patients showed that women were undertreated with antithrombotic medications compared to men regardless of their stroke risk and comorbidities.

2 Sep 2013

Kate Farms announces personal endorsement deals with two professional athletes

Kate Farms, the creator of Komplete Ultimate Shakes, is excited to announce personal endorsement deals with professional auto racing driver,Tristan Nunez and undefeated professional boxer, Gabino Saenz. Komplete is the world's first vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and soy-free ready to go drink meal replacement shake available in three flavors including Vanilla Bliss, Cocoa Fudge and Jav'a Latte and can be purchased nationally at The Vitamin Shoppe.

31 Aug 2013

Leading researchers and health professionals to explore health benefits of mushrooms at summit

Leading researchers, scientists and government, industry and health professionals will gather in the nation's capital for a groundbreaking, two-day exploration of the research supporting the health benefits of mushrooms - one of the most popular items found in the produce aisle and often thought of as a vegetable though technically belonging to the unique Fungi kingdom.

30 Aug 2013

Glucose monitoring systems detect RBC and other interferents in burn patients blood

Glucose monitoring systems with an autocorrect feature that can detect red blood cells (hematocrit), vitamin C and other common interferents in burn patients' blood are better for monitoring care, a pilot study conducted by UC Davis researchers at the School of Medicine and College of Engineering has found.

30 Aug 2013

UT finds way to blend passion for chemistry with ideals of environmental sustainability

A University of Texas at Arlington junior who found a way to blend a passion for chemistry with ideals of environmental sustainability is getting help from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to further his education and his research.

29 Aug 2013

Vitamin C News and Research

Latest Vitamin C News and Research

Biochemists discover promising vitamin D-based treatment that can halt MS

Scientists discover critical regulator for directing pluripotent stem cells to make blood-forming stem cells

Phase III EINSTEIN trial program: XARELTO reduces risk of DVT and PE

LUHS physician offers tips to help parents keep germs at bay

Researchers examine evolutionary selective pressure for MC1R gene among Spaniard and European populations

New evidence suggests that taking vitamin B supplements may help reduce risk of stroke

Gout: An Interview with Dr. Lawrence Edwards, Chairman and CEO of GUAES

Study: Healthy diet may reduce risk of severe depression

DO-HEALTH study aims to provide evidence for strategies that prevent chronic disease in seniors

Northumbria University psychologist to introduce diners to the science behind food and drink

International team of scientists discover new disease related to inability to process Vitamin B12

Many developing countries in Asia-Pacific region face twin burdens of under and overnutrition

New systematic review analyzes patterns of vitamin D status worldwide

Heart researchers to establish stronger cardiovascular network in Chicago area

Study links herbal supplement use prior to surgery with postoperative complications

Research: General practitioners undertreat women with atrial fibrillation

Kate Farms announces personal endorsement deals with two professional athletes

Leading researchers and health professionals to explore health benefits of mushrooms at summit

Glucose monitoring systems detect RBC and other interferents in burn patients blood

UT finds way to blend passion for chemistry with ideals of environmental sustainability

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

Vitamin C News and Research

Latest Vitamin C News and Research

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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