Tag: Vitamins
Vitamin C may blunt cancer drugs, study finds
Vitamin C supplements may undercut the effectiveness of cancer drugs, a US study suggests.[MORE]
Hats off for vitamin D
Tasmanian schools are being advised to implement a 'hats off' policy from now until spring to boost children's vitamin D levels.[MORE]
It's moments like war you need chocolate
A northern Tasmanian laboratory is claiming a breakthrough in food research that could boost the morale and health of Australian soldiers.[MORE]
Dubbo fungus in spotlight in fight against cancer
A dietitian from the Australian Mushroom Association has visited Dubbo to inspect one of the world's first trials seeking to boost the cancer-fighting properties of the fungus.[MORE]
Sunshine states lack vitamin D
New research shows vitamin D deficiency is a problem across Australia.[MORE]
Pregnant women urged to check folic acid dosage
New Australian research has found that most pregnant women are not taking enough folic acid, leaving their unborn babies at risk of spinal cord defects.[MORE]
Calcium supplements fail to prevent fractures: study
A healthy lifestyle and eating more fruit and vegetables could be better for preventing bone fractures than taking calcium supplements.[MORE]
Multivitamin supplements fail to prevent infections among aged
Nutritional supplements, now being taken in increasing quantities by older people, do not appear to offer any additional protection against infection, a study published in the British Medical Journal says.[MORE]
Vitamin E may lower Parkinson's risk
Scientists say that eating food rich in vitamin E may help protect against Parkinson's disease.[MORE]
