Folic acid enhances endothelial function and reduces BP in smokers While this is a neat concept, the important item I wanted to point out was the dose of folic acid used–5 mg. That is over 10 X the current dosage recommended for women of child bearing age to lower risk of neural tube defects. Really […]
Infant nutrition and blood pressure in early adulthood. There have been numerous stories lately about the impact the beginning of our lives have on our long term health. This article finds a relationship between dried milk consumption and elevated BP in adults. Personally, being strongly against dairy, this article doesn’t exactly disappoint me. Nursing is […]
Intakes of energy, macronutrients & risk of BPH The article takes a close look at nutrient intake and its impact on prostatic enlargement. The results show that oxidative stress play a role. That would mean that intake of antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids are important in preventing BPH. Other studies have suggested that the abnormal […]
