Vitamin A derivative prevents immune cell exhaustion in brain tumors
Immune cells can become exhausted after prolonged exposure to cancer, gradually losing their ability to attack tumor cells.…
Unnecessary prenatal supplements marketed at expectant parents, experts say
Do this, take this, buy that: social media is a minefield of misinformation for expectant parents. And health…
Children and adults who eat more live microbe-rich foods have healthier diets
A national French survey finds that foods likely to contain live microbes may be useful markers of healthier,…
Benefits from food fortification, yet global nutrient gaps persist
Fortifying staple foods can dramatically reduce global nutrient deficiencies at minimal cost, but gaps persist, and the risk…
New research links cooking methods to better nutrient absorption
Researchers at the University of Seville’s Food Colour and Quality Laboratory have studied the effects of different cooking…
Gene mutation that aids high-altitude survival could repair myelin sheath damage
A genetic mutation that helps animals like yaks and Tibetan antelopes survive at high altitudes may hold the key to repairing…
Alcohol intake linked to lower micronutrient intake in men with type 2 diabetes
A large cross-sectional study of Japanese adults with type 2 diabetes reveals that alcohol intake may shape dietary…
AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist shares first signs of 7 micronutrient deficiencies: Vitamins A, C, K, B6, and more
Staying healthy requires conscious effort. That involves leading a healthy lifestyle, which in turn includes following a healthy…
Vitamin A and thyroid hormones in the retina shape fetal vision
Humans develop sharp vision during early fetal development thanks to an interplay between a vitamin A derivative and thyroid…
Health Benefits and Nutritional Value of Mamey Sapote
IntroductionWhat is mamey sapote?Nutrient compositionAntioxidant and anti-inflammatory propertiesPotential metabolic health benefitsEffects on digestive healthTraditional uses and cultural contextEmerging…
Vitamin A, Function, Deficiency, Latest News
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin primarily stored in the liver. Read more about Vitamin A, Function, Deficiency,…
Purple vs. orange sweet potatoes: Which is healthier and why |
Winter markets often look brighter because of those piles of sweet potatoes. A familiar heap of orange ones…