Optimal Dose Of Vitamin E Maximizes Benefits, Minimizes Risk Nov 5, 2008
19, 2008) Bile acid derivatives can turn on the vitamin D receptor without causing excess calcium buildup, a finding that could lead to vitamin D therapies for conditions beyond just bone and skin. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Alzheimer's Disease Nov 4, 2008
Magnesium & calcium, Vitamin B-complex especially Choline, B12 and B6, coenzyme Q10, flaxseed oil, ginkgo biloba, borage oil, vitamin C, antioxidants, amino acids, zinc and copper, kelp, chlorella and multivitamin\mineral. Products that Contain Some Aluminum and Mercury. (Suite101.com)
• Rash has been difficult to diagnose Nov 4, 2008
5 milligrams four times a day, five days a week, and six times a day, two days a week) he is taking Celebrex, Sular, clonidine, B-6, B-12, folic acid, one calcium plus D pill, one multivitamin/mineral and one glucosamine/chondroitin pill ... Your husband is taking a multivitamin daily, which, by itself, is good, but he is also taking B-6, B-12, folic acid and calcium plus D, which is likely in the multivitamin already. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Lung airway cells activate vitamin D and increase immune response Nov 4, 2008
In addition to contributing to calcium absorption and bone health, vitamin D is increasingly recognized for its beneficial effects on the immune system. Vitamin D deficiency has been recently linked to increased risk of some infections, autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis and type 1 diabetes, and some cancers. (EurekAlert!)
Your Health: Psyllium fiber, niacin, other ways could help lower high cholesterol (3) Nov 2, 2008
Wait at least two hours after taking Synthroid before taking iron, calcium or other minerals. Q:I am concerned about all the drugs my 81-year-old mother-in-law takes. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Chase cardholders won't pay Continental's bag fee Oct 29, 2008
The nonprescription products are Bayer Women's Low Dose Aspirin + Calcium and Bayer Aspirin with Heart Advantage, the Food and Drug Administration said. The agency has sent warning letters to the company. (Boston Globe)
Constipation Problem Oct 29, 2008
The natural food supplements that are important for maximal nourishment and regular bowel movements are: Magnesium and calcium together in solution form, potassium, vitamin B complex, vitamin C and a good multimineral\multivitamin combination. Drink 1-2 gallons of purified water daily, or as much as the body can take. (Suite101.com)
7 hidden risks for lead exposure Oct 24, 2008
Menopausal women should get 1,200 mg of calcium and up to 1,000 IU of vitamin D daily. Avoid calcium supplements made from bone, shellfish, or dolomite, which may contain high levels of the metal. (MSNBC -- Health)
Heart Failure Raises Risk of Fractures Oct 22, 2008
Another possibility is the higher level of parathyroid hormone, which handles calcium and magnesium, often seen in heart failure could have a bone-weakening effect. Physicians treating people for heart failure need to be more aware of the risk of fractures, said Dr. Mariell L. Jessup, director of the heart failure and transplant program at the University of Pennsylvania and a spokeswoman for the American Heart Association. (MEDLINEplus)
Male vitamin drop may be pregnancy block Oct 19, 2008
Sunlight is the major source of vitamin D, which helps regulate levels of calcium and phosphorous to generate healthy bones. Fertility specialist Dr Anne Clark screened the blood of almost 800 men with fertility problems, finding almost a third had lower than normal levels of vitamin D.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Vitamin D Daily Recommendation Doubles Oct 17, 2008
The Vitamin Shoppe has many options that allow families to put more vitamin D into their diet: Vitamin D supplements There are many types of vitamin D supplements, including infant drops, children's liquids, chewables, capsules, soft gels, and many combinations of vitamin D that also include calcium and other vitamins ... Options include items like Nature's Life - Drop of Sunshine (200 IU per dropper) and Nature's Answer - Liquid Calcium sium with Vitamin D (100 IU per dropper). (MarketWatch)
The Benefits of Cod Liver Oil as a ... Oct 16, 2008
The vitamin A assists in bone and tooth formation as well as nerve and eye functions, while the Vitamin D regulates our calcium and phosphorus levels to help us maintain healthy bones. The Risks of Taking Cod Liver Oil. (Suite101.com)
Shedding light: More research needed on vitamin D Oct 16, 2008
It is essential for absorbing calcium from food and building bones. Doctors have become alarmed at how many children, and adults, have low levels of vitamin D. Until recently, levels had not been routinely checked. (Houston Chronicle)
YOU Docs: How to stay healthy without health foods Oct 14, 2008
Why it's good: It's a rich source of bone-protecting calcium, vitamin D and other minerals ... If you just don't do milk, then aim for 1,500 mg of calcium per day from other sources (also be sure to get 400 mg of magnesium and 1,000 IU of vitamin D; 1,200 if you're over age 60) ... For supplements, we prefer calcium citrate to calcium carbonate. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Pediatricians double vitamin D recommendations Oct 14, 2008
PREMCAL is a unique product that combines a perfect balance of calcium, Vitamin D and magnesium for the natural relief of PMS. www. premcal. (Yahoo News)
Kids Aren't Getting Enough Vitamin D Oct 14, 2008
The move comes as doctors increasingly raise concerns that children, particularly breast-fed infants, do not get enough of the vitamin, which not only promotes calcium absorption and bone health but may also stave off diseases such as cancer and multiple sclerosis. The easy fix, say doctors, is to take a daily supplement. (Time.com)
• Are you D deficient? Oct 13, 2008
Find ways to get at least 1,000 IU of vitamin D a day through sun exposure, calcium supplements, milk or oily fish choices like catfish or salmon. "It's easier to get vitamin D from a supplement or food than to worry about whether you're getting enough (or too much) sun," says Liebman. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Pediatricians say kids need more vitamin D Oct 13, 2008
Tablets to improve calcium and vitamin D. If new mothers have a vitamin D deficiency, their breastfed babies likely need vitamin D supplements, experts say ... Any more can cause the body to retain dangerous amounts of calcium. (USA Today -- News)
Hildreth on Health: Do we need vitamin supplements? Oct 10, 2008
Vitamin D, calcium and magnesium are essential for bone repair and heart regulation. Balance of potassium and sodium is essential for neurological function of the heart and musculoskeletal system. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Vitamin D a key player in overall health of several body organs, says UC Riverside biochemist Oct 10, 2008
While deficiency of vitamin D impacts health negatively, ingestion of extremely high doses of vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia, a condition in which the blood's calcium level is above normal. The highest daily 'safe' dose of vitamin D is 10,000 IU.. (EurekAlert!)
THE YOU DOCS Oct 8, 2008
In fact, the skim has a bit more protein and calcium ... Soy is rich in acids called oxalates, which might promote new calcium-oxalate stones, the most common type. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Having a Mother with Osteoporosis Can Lead to Increased Risk for Spinal Fracture Oct 8, 2008
She again had her fracture repaired with balloon kyphoplasty and now exercises regularly and takes prescription drugs and calcium supplements to prevent more bone loss. "Today I do everything," she says. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Natural Supplements for the Menopau... Oct 7, 2008
Calcium is involved in maintaining bone strength that may drop off after oestrogen production falls, post menopause. Crucial to calcium uptake are vitamin C and D which both increase absorption. (Suite101.com)
YOU Docs: What you should know about soy Oct 7, 2008
In fact, the skim has a bit more protein and calcium ... Soy is rich in acids called oxalates, which might promote new calcium-oxalate stones, the most common type ... Lightly steam or boil in their pods and serve warm: 1 cup delivers 49 percent of your iron needs for the day and 18 percent of your calcium. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Top Healthy Foods: Onions & Garlic Oct 6, 2008
Male rats given small amounts of dried onion daily showed a 17 percent increase in calcium while female rats with their ovaries removed had stronger bones when fed onions. Removing the ovaries rapidly induces bone loss and osteoporosis. (Suite101.com)
Feds probe chelation-heart disease study Oct 3, 2008
Chelation (pronounced kee-LAY-shun) involves intravenous doses of a drug, disodium EDTA, that proponents claim will bind to calcium built up in artery walls and help flush it from the body. Conventional treatments for heart disease include medicines, surgery and artery-clearing angioplasty. (MSNBC -- Health)
Recommended daily allowance Oct 3, 2008
So while you may be excited the label says you're getting 100 percent of your daily calcium needs, your body may only be taking 10 or 20 percent ... Iron also can block nutrients like calcium. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Vitamin C Protects Some Elderly Men from Bone Loss Oct 3, 2008
What's important to realize is "that bone mineral density, bone status and fracture risk are related to many more nutrients than just calcium," said study author Katherine Tucker, a professor of nutritional epidemiology at Tufts. She said vitamin C protects against inflammation, which contributes to bone absorption and bone loss, as well as being essential for the creation of collagen, which helps strengthen bones. (MEDLINEplus)
Foods Fortified For Heart Health Sep 23, 2008
Keri Glassman On Packing Them With Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Plant Sterols, Calcium ... Glassman detailed three such food groups: omega 3 fatty acids, plant sterols, and calcium, and told which foods are fortified with them and what they promise to do for our hearts ... One ready example: calcium, found naturally in milk and yogurt, but added to orange juice to fortify it. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Calcium in Pregnancy Shields Fetus from Lead Risks Sep 20, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Taking calcium supplements during pregnancy reduces a woman's blood levels of lead, and thus the danger that her fetus will be exposed to the toxic metal, new research conducted in Mexico shows ... During pregnancy, women need more calcium to help build fetal bones, and their bodies may boost reabsorption of their own bone tissue to get it ... There is evidence that calcium can help prevent the release of lead from the bones, Ettinger and her team note in their report... (MEDLINEplus)
New Osteoporosis Drugs in the Works Sep 19, 2008
Taking the right calcium supplements now can help fight bone loss later ... A recent national survey found 85 percent of teenaged girls do not get enough calcium in their diet. (WebMD)
Superfood or monster from the deep? Sep 18, 2008
There is significant scientific agreement the standard the Food and Drug Administration requires before foodmakers can place unqualified health claims on packaging on the benefits of certain nutrients, including calcium, fiber, folate, soy protein, omega-3 fatty acids, lactic acid bacteria and a few others. In food, these have proved to help protect against specific diseases (calcium against osteoporosis, omega-3 fatty acids for heart disease), and many nutritionists believe that they are... (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Take a load off your waist to spare your knees Sep 18, 2008
Adequate vitamin D is needed for calcium absorption and bone structure, which are essential for proper joint function. While you get some vitamin D from milk, oily fish and egg yolks, it's not enough to protect your bones. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Curing allergies naturally Sep 16, 2008
Cutting out caffeine, wheat products, refined products and eating more calcium rich foods is best when dealing with hay fever. According to Creed, hay fever responds well to Quercetin, onions, garlic, Omega-3 Fish Oil, vitamin C and a good diet. (iAfrica.com)
Osteoporosis: Calcium And Exercise To Strengthen The Bones -- Do You Get Enough? Sep 15, 2008
Osteoporosis: Calcium And Exercise To Strengthen The Bones -- Do You Get Enough ... Osteoporosis: Calcium And Exercise To Strengthen The Bones -- Do You Get Enough ... Research shows that regular adequate intake of calcium and exercise can strengthen the bones. (Science Daily)
Calcium during pregnancy reduces harmful blood lead levels Sep 10, 2008
---Pregnant women who take high levels of daily calcium supplements show a marked reduction in lead levels in their blood, suggesting calcium could play a critical role in reducing fetal and infant exposure. A new study at the University of Michigan shows that women who take 1,200 milligrams of calcium daily have up to a 31 percent reduction in lead levels ... Hu, who is also affiliated with the University of Michigan School of Medicine, said this is the first known randomized study examining... (EurekAlert!)
The dangers of three quiet cancers Sep 6, 2008
The good news: In the same study, calcium supplements halved endometrial cancer risk. (Researchers aren't sure why, but eating high-calcium dairy products didn't provide the same benefit ... Experts recommend that postmenopausal women consume up to 1,000 mg of calcium a day, and 1,200 mg after age 70. (MSNBC -- Health)
Study Links Serum Calcium, Prostate Cancer Death Sep 5, 2008
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 3 (HealthDay News) -- Men whose serum calcium levels fall within the high end of the normal range are three times more likely to develop fatal prostate cancer, a new report shows ... Gary Schwartz, of Wake Forest University Health Sciences in Winston-Salem, N.C., and Halcyon Skinner, of the University of Wisconsin, Madison, used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) and NHANES Epidemiologic Follow-up Study to determine the risk of prostate... (MEDLINEplus)
Vitamins, family style: What to take when Sep 4, 2008
But kids typically get far less than the daily 1,300 mg of calcium they need ... Dietary calcium helps teens gain more bone mass than supplements do because it's easier to absorb, says Dawn Jackson Blatner, a Chicago-based RD. ... Try This: "Teens often skip milk in favor of soda and juice, so limit sugary drinks to one a day," says Malena Perdomo, RD. Serve milk at every meal or stock up on calcium-rich snacks like low-fat yogurt or string cheese. (MSNBC -- Health)
The Dietitian Magician: Building a better baby Sep 4, 2008
Build better bones Calcium Calcium is essential for the development of baby's bones and teeth. Consuming sufficient calcium during pregnancy can reduce the risk of pregnancy-induced hypertension and pre-eclampsia, a potentially fatal disorder of high blood pressure and kidney failure ... Best bet: Supplement with calcium (1,500 to 2,000 milligrams daily). (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Fitness for all ages, health tips during Ramadhan Sep 3, 2008
Depending on your condition, calcium supplements may also help you go along way. Do your stretching: It's a good way to relax and improve flexibility at the same time. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Fitness for Women- Stay Fit and Hea... Sep 1, 2008
Do not forget your Calcium supplement. Sufficient Calcium intake is beneficial for women of all ages. (Suite101.com)
Study seeks bone-building nutrients beyond dairy section Sep 1, 2008
com Moms and dads know children need to consume lots of foods and drinks containing calcium to build strong bones ... Moms and dads know children need to consume lots of foods and drinks containing calcium to build strong bones ... Moms and dads know children need to consume lots of foods and drinks containing calcium to build strong bones. (Athens Banner-Herald)
What's good for expecting mothers Aug 30, 2008
Vitamin D - necessary for the absorption of calcium, normal bone growth and prevention of osteoporosis ... Calcium (for women who don't consume dairy) - for skeletal development of the foetus and strong bones in the mother. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Osteo Drug Stops Bone Loss From Breast Cancer Chemo Aug 21, 2008
All the women were given oral vitamin D and calcium supplements. Bone mineral density (BMD) was measured before the start of chemotherapy and again at six and 12 months. (Health-Finder)
Vitamin D testing on the rise with promising research Aug 20, 2008
Vitamin D and calcium go hand in hand. You need a lifetime of both to build strong bones. (Missoulian, MT)
The miracle weightloss thatoftenisnt Aug 19, 2008
On her doctors orders, to replace nutrients no longer absorbed by her digestive tract, she faithfully swallowed a multivitamin, calcium and B12 supplements and two protein shakes daily. Soon she resembled the women in those weight loss infomercials: Fifteen months post-op, Wells had lost an amazing 160 pounds more than half her body weight bringing her down to a trim 130. (MSNBC -- Health)
Soul Curry: RIP, Misty Aug 17, 2008
She first lost her eyesight to cataract and then was on calcium supplements to keep the pain in her joints at bay. Around the 1st of April, her legs started to give way and, within the next few days, we realised things would never be the same for Misty again. (India Times, India)
Childhood Dairy Intake May Improve Adolescent Bone Health Aug 14, 2008
According to Dr. Moore, "Children who consumed 2 or more servings of dairy and 4 ounces of meat or other nondairy protein had bone mineral contents over 300 grams higher than those children with lower intakes of both dairy and other proteins." The study highlights the importance of dairy intake throughout childhood, and Dr. Moore points out that "dairy is a key source of proteins, calcium, and other micronutrients including phosphorus and vitamin D." Parents can promote healthy bone development... (Science Daily)
Low Vitamin D Levels Pose Large Threat To Health; Overall 26 Percent Increased Risk Of Death Aug 13, 2008
The hormone-like nutrient controls blood levels of calcium and phosphorus, essential chemicals in the body. If vitamin supplements are used, Michos says there is no evidence that more than 2,000 international units per day do any good. (Science Daily)
Pain 'linked with low vitamin D' Aug 12, 2008
Kate MacIver of the Pain Research Institute at Liverpool University cautioned: "Taking too high a dose of Vitamin D supplements as a means of preventing or treating chronic pain could result in Vitamin D toxicity and high blood calcium levels.". Most people should be able to get all the vitamin D they need from their diet and by getting a little sun. (BBC News)
Lower vitamin D, higher risk of death Aug 12, 2008
Tablets to improve calcium and vitamin D. In a new study, those with low vitamin D levels 17. 8 ng/mL or below were 26% more likely to be dead at the end of the study than those with higher vitamin D levels, independent of other factors. (USA Today)
New data on eating right for senior citizens Aug 9, 2008
a little flag on the pyramid signals that supplements or fortified foods particularly those containing calcium, vitamin D, or vitamin B-12 may be helpful for many older adults, but not all ... a little flag on the pyramid signals that supplements or fortified foods particularly those containing calcium, vitamin D, or vitamin B-12 may be helpful for many older adults, but not all. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
The Dangers of Vitamin Megadosing Aug 8, 2008
Long-term megadoses higher than the RDA can result in: kidney damage, heart damage, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, muscle weakness, mental confusion, and elevated levels of calcium in the blood. Large doses of vitamin D taken over a short period of time typically does not cause toxicity as excess vitamin D is stored and used by the body as needed. (Suite101.com)
Side Effects May Be Drugs Stealing Vitamins Aug 6, 2008
For example, according to Vagnini, common aluminum antacids such as Maalox and Mylanta can cause a depletion of vitamin A, vitamin D, folic acid, calcium, chromium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and zinc. Statin drugs, like Lipitor, Mevacor, Zocor and Pravachol, are meant to treat elevated levels of cholesterol. (Click2Houston, TX)
A healthful approach to PMS Aug 5, 2008
-- Consume a total of 1,000-1,200 miligrams of calcium per day, including supplements and food. -- Consider a combination nutritional/botanical product for PMS. Consult your naturopathic doctor for the most appropriate support. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Study: Improve Your Kids' Bones By Including Enough Calcium Aug 3, 2008
Study: Improve Your Kids' Bones By Including Enough Calcium - TheMedGuru ... Study: Improve Your Kids' Bones By Including Enough Calcium ... Calcium plays an important part in daily diet, especially for children as it is a key building block for strong and healthy bones but still many children do not get required amount of calcium in their diet. (TheMedGuru)
Vitamin D, bone health Aug 2, 2008
We do know that it is essential for calcium absorption and bone growth, and protects children from rickets and adults from osteoporosis. It also has other functions that are less clear such as regulating neuromuscular and immune function and reducing inflammation. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
How Amyloid Plaques May Damage Brain Cells In Alzheimer's Disease Aug 1, 2008
Using an advanced imaging technique that reveals how brain cells are functioning, researchers from the MassGeneral Institute for Neurodegenerative Disease (MGH-MIND) have found that levels of intracellular calcium are significantly elevated in neurons close to plaques in the brains of an Alzheimer's mouse model ... The study in the July 31 issue of Neuron also shows how this calcium overload can interfere with the transmission of neuronal signals and activate a pathway leading to further cell... (Science Daily)
Judge finds ITV Direct liable for claims Jul 31, 2008
The Federal Trade Commission alleged that Barrett and six other parties violated the FTC Act with deceptive claims made in two infomercials one for a product marketed as Coral Calcium Daily and another for the supplement Supreme Greens with MSM. ... The FTC claimed that Direct Marketing Concepts Inc. produced the coral calcium infomercial, pointing out the separate corporations of ITV Direct and Direct Marketing Concepts are commonly owned by Barrett and Robert Maihos, a Beverly resident ...... (Beverly Citizen, MA)
You Docs: Natural ways to reduce your blood pressure Jul 29, 2008
" Or walk with your buddy. And no excuses: If there's a downpour, you walk; a hurricane, you walk; a blizzard, you walk. Do it in the basement, the playroom or the garage, but walk. You've got it: The changes that work best to reduce blood pressure are lifestyle choices: 60 percent of our patients are able to get off blood pressure meds completely if they do these things. Nothing replaces these changes, but you could try supplementing them with 200 mg a day of CO-enzyme Q10. A few studies have... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Judge rules infomercials deceptive Jul 25, 2008
The Federal Trade Commission alleged that Barrett and six other parties violated the FTC Act with deceptive claims made in two infomercials one for a product marketed as Coral Calcium Daily and another for the supplement Supreme Greens with MSM. ... The FTC claimed that Direct Marketing Concepts, Inc. produced the Coral Calcium infomercial, pointing out the separate corporations of ITV Direct and Direct Marketing Concepts are commonly owned by Barrett and Robert Maihos ... With regard to the... (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Some like to catch 'em young Jul 20, 2008
Others examples are flat-out insulting: The women on Saturday Night Live's 'Cougar Den' are tacky, desperate and chase their calcium supplements with "tartinis.". Former Toronto Sun sex columnist Valerie Gibson took ownership of the cougar moniker, writing Cougar: A Guide for Older Women Dating Younger Men (2002), the same year she first heard it in Canada. (India Times, India)
Strontium may strengthen your bones (4) Jul 17, 2008
And one more thing, space the strontium four hours away from your calcium supplement or dairy foods ... Minimize your intake of caffeine, soda pop and animal protein (meat) all known to steal calcium from your bones ... And consider calcium, magnesium, potassium and vitamin D. A comprehensive bone-building formula will include all of those. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Vitamin D: Builds Bones And Much More Jul 16, 2008
Many multivitamins contain vitamin D. This nutrient also can be purchased alone or combined with calcium. The July issue of Mayo Clinic Women s HealthSource reports further information and guidelines on how much vitamin D is enough. (Science Daily)
