Vitamin E

Benefits from food fortification, yet global nutrient gaps persist

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Fortifying staple foods can dramatically reduce global nutrient deficiencies at minimal cost, but gaps persist, and the risk of excess intake underscores the need for smarter, more balanced nutrition strategies.  Study: Impact of large-scale food fortification programmes on micronutrient inadequacies and their implementation costs: a modelling analysis. Image credit: udra11/Shutterstock.com Expanded guideline-based food fortification programs … Read more

Alcohol intake linked to lower micronutrient intake in men with type 2 diabetes

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A large cross-sectional study of Japanese adults with type 2 diabetes reveals that alcohol intake may shape dietary patterns and micronutrient intake differently across age and sex groups, with younger men showing the most pronounced nutritional deficits. Association Between Alcoholic Beverage Consumption and Micronutrient Intake in Type 2 Diabetes Outpatients: A Cross-Sectional Analysis by Sex … Read more

Why you might be low in vitamin D even in sunny Singapore

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Why are many Singapore residents deficient in vitamin D? Will vitamin E boost your skincare routine? Why are newborn babies in Singapore given an injection of vitamin K? In this second of a two-part series, we find out about these essential nutrients. What you need to know about vitamins D, E and K 1. Vitamin D … Read more

More β-carotene in diet reduces psychosomatic symptoms in youth

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Swedish researchers reveal that adolescents with higher β-carotene intake, reflecting more fruits and vegetables, experience less anxiety and better quality of life, highlighting the role of diet in youth mental health. Image Credit: Irenaadl / Shutterstock Researchers at the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences, together with Uppsala University and Karolinska Institutet, conducted a cross-sectional study … Read more

Study shows how autism-linked picky eating causes serious vitamin deficiencies

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Hidden risks in plain sight: New research reveals how children with autism can suffer life-altering vitamin deficiencies despite appearing healthy, urging a rethink of routine nutritional screening. Review: The Increasing Prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the U.S. and Its Implications for Pediatric Micronutrient Status: A Narrative Review of Case Reports and Series. Image Credit: Marko … Read more

Vitamin E significantly improves liver health in MASH patients, new study finds

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New research shows that Vitamin E therapy significantly enhances liver function and reduces inflammation in MASH patients, providing a safer and effective treatment option in the fight against metabolic liver disease. Study: Vitamin E (300 mg) in the treatment of MASH: A multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study In a recent study published in the journal Cell Reports … Read more