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Neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s disease occur when neurons gradually deteriorate and die. This progressive loss of brain cells leads to severe symptoms including memory decline, cognitive impairment, and difficulty with movement. Over time, these conditions can greatly diminish quality of life and often leave patients dependent on continuous care. Current medications can help ease symptoms but …

Though the NHS is pretty sceptical about the use of vitamin C, garlic, or echinacea supplements to prevent or speed up recovery from colds, they do reccomend all adults “consider taking a daily vitamin D supplement during the autumn and winter”. That’s because our body doesn’t make enough of the stuff in the darker months as sunlight decreases. Vitamin D …

Vitamin C is necessary for a healthy immune system, joints and disease prevention. The average adult needs 75 mg to 90 mg per day. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, bell peppers and cruciferous veggies. It may take a sniffly nose, sneezing or a pesky cough to bring vitamin C to mind. Getting sick reminds us of our immune …

As cold and flu season sets in, many of us reach for vitamin C tablets, honey or lemon and ginger drinks, hoping to ‘boost’ our immune system. Experts say diet can make a real difference— but it’s not as simple as consuming one magic food or taking a supplement. Dr Jenna Macciochi, an immunologist and best-selling author, says around 70 …

If you’ve been feeling foggy, forgetful, or constantly moody and brushing it off as “just stress,” you might want to think again. A Hyderabad-based neurologist, Dr Sudhir Kumar, recently shared a real-life case that proves how what we often dismiss as burnout could actually be a serious health issue hiding in plain sight — a Vitamin B12 deficiency. And the …

The Surprising Mistake You’re Making When Choosing a Vitamin D Supplement, According to a New Study  AOL.com Scientists Warn: Common Vitamin D Supplement Has “Previously Unknown” Negative Effect  SciTechDaily The vitamin D mistake weakening your immunity  ScienceDaily Vitamin D: Are you taking the right type of supplement? Study says the wrong one can actually affect your  Times of India Vitamin D2 supplements may impact …

Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that gradually damages movement circuits and strains thinking and mood. It touches families everywhere, with more than 10 million people living with it worldwide, according to global estimates. Scientists have been tracing an unexpected lead in the gut. The new evidence points to vitamin B biology shaped by gut bacteria, and it hints at …

Taking vitamin D2 may lower vitamin D3 levels, suggesting the two forms aren’t interchangeable. Vitamin D3 appears more effective for maintaining healthy vitamin D levels in the body. Few foods naturally contain vitamin D, so fortified foods or supplements may still be needed. Millions of people take vitamin D to support bone and immune health—but new research suggests the kind …

This Vitamin B3 Supplement Could Cut Your Skin Cancer Risk by up to 54%  SciTechDaily Vitamin B3 derivative may reduce risk for recurrent skin cancer  springermedicine.com Nicotinamide Use Reduces SCC in Veterans With Prior Skin Cancer  Conexiant People’s Pharmacy: Daily B vitamin reduces chance of skin cancer  The Crescent-News Study: Vitamin B3 Reduces the Risk of Skin Cancer Recurrence…  jordannews.jo Source link

Taking the wrong kind of vitamin D could be doing the opposite of what you wantIf you’re taking vitamin D supplements to boost your health, here’s something you need to know—not all vitamin D is created equal. A new study from the University of Surrey, John Innes Centre and Quadram Institute Bioscience, found that vitamin D2 supplements can actually lower …