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Tag Archives: calcium
Some supplements associated with increased risk of death in older women
More than half of American adults take dietary supplements. Now a major new study finds that supplements either do no good or increase the risk of dying from cancer or heart disease.
Posted in Alternative Medicine, General Health, Nutritional Health, Woman's Health
Tagged calcium, dietary supplements, iron, multivitamins, selenium, supplements, vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E
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Could too much calcium harm your health? Here’s the latest.
Calcium is commonly used to prevent osteoporosis and fractures, but experts are now debating how much calcium is really needed, especially by women.
Vitamin D Insufficiency: Is there enough evidence for clinical recommendations?
Readers of this blog over the last year, have seen many of my posts on the plethora of studies and recommendations about vitamin D. Now there’s some new data I think you’ll be interested in.
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Cancer, General Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged breast cancer, calcium, colon cancer, preventing cancer, preventing cardiovascular disease, preventing falls, preventing fractures, preventing heart disease, preventing osteoporosis, vitamin D, vitamin D deficiency, vitamin D supplements
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Supplement with vitamin E, essential fatty acids reduces PMS symptoms
Treating premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is never easy. And, the reason is that few substances have been shown to be effective. Nevertheless, there are some natural medications that may help women suffering with PMS. WebMD reported, “A supplement containing vitamin E and … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health, Woman's Health
Tagged Brewer's yeast, calcium, gamma linolenic acid, Ginkgo Biloba, linoleic acid, magnesium, oleic acid, PMDD, PMS, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, premenstrual syndrome, pyridoxine, Saffron, vitamin B6, vitamin E, Vitex agnus-castus
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My Take on the new Vitamin D and Calcium Recommendations
You’re likely hearing a fair bit of controversy over the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM’s) new recommendations (RDA) for vitamin D and calcium. I first reported on this in my blog, “Institute of Medicine says megadoses of vitamin D, calcium unnecessary.” … Continue reading
Institute of Medicine says megadoses of vitamin D, calcium unnecessary
In a front-page article, the New York Times says, “The very high levels of vitamin D and calcium that are often recommended by doctors and testing laboratories – and can be achieved only by taking supplements – are unnecessary and … Continue reading
Posted in General Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged calcium, preventing cancer, preventing osteoporosis, vitamin D, vitamin D deficiency, vitamin D supplements, vitamin D toxicity
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8 Tips for Eating Healthy During Menopause
Good news! Aging does not have to equal weight gain. Women do tend to put on a pound a year in their 40s and 50s, but it’s more likely due to a drop in activity rather than hormones. However, hormonal changes … Continue reading
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Mental Health, Nutritional Health, Woman's Health
Tagged alcohol, bloating, breast cancer, calcium, fish, fish oil, healthy eating, herbal tea, menopause, plant estrogen, soy, weight loss
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Can Calcium Supplements Cause Heart Attacks?
Calcium supplements are coming under scrutiny due to concerns that they might increase heart attacks. A new study shows that patients over 40 who take 500 mg/day or more of calcium have an increased risk of heart attack. And, the … Continue reading
Posted in Heart Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged calcium, heart attack, heart attack prevention, preventing heart attack, vitamin D
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Calcium and multivitamins may be linked to reduced breast cancer risk
Daily Calcium Plus Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Fracture RiskBloomberg News reports that “calcium doesn’t just build strong bones, it may fight cancer too,” according to a study presented at the meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research. Investigators found … Continue reading
Posted in General Health
Tagged bone meal calcium, calcium, calcium carbonate, coral calcium, natural calcium, oyster shell calcium, synthetic calcium
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Daily Calcium Plus Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Fracture Risk
MedScape reports that daily supplements of calcium plus vitamin D, but not of vitamin D alone, are associated with significantly reduced fracture risk, according to the results of a patient level-pooled analysis reported in the January 12 issue of the … Continue reading
Posted in Nutritional Health
Tagged bone fracture, calcium, calcium supplements, preventing diabetes, vitamin D, vitamin D supplements
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Vegans may have low calcium intake which could impact bone health
If you’re a vegan, you likely know the necessity of taking B12 supplements. Now, you may need to add a calcium supplement to your regimen. More Information:
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Nutritional Health
Tagged calcium, vegan, vegetarian, vitamin D
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Are multivitamins helpful or harmful when it comes to preventing chronic diseases?
According to the LA Times, “a spate of high-profile studies published in the last few years shows that a variety of popular supplements — including calcium, selenium, and vitamins A, C and E — don’t do anything to reduce the … Continue reading
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Cancer, Children's Health, General Health, Heart Health, Men's Health, Nutritional Health, Woman's Health
Tagged antioxidants, B vitamins, bone health, breast cancer, calcium, Cancer, colon polyps, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, heart attack, heart attack prevention, heart disease, heart disease prevention, multivitamins, prostate cancer, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E
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Dr. Walt’s Take on the Health Headlines – June 4, 2008
Here are my takes on some of today’s health headlines. If Dad is not involved in child care, can we blame the mom? Here’s one the major news outlets haven’t touched.
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Bioethics, Children's Health, Health Headlines, International Health, Marriage and Family Health, Medical Missions, Men's Health, Mental Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting, Woman's Health
Tagged abstinence education, ADHD, American Academy of Pediatrics, brushing, calcium, Child care, childhood obesity, Children's Hospital Boston, feeding tube, food dyes, fruit juice, hydration, hyperactivity, marijuana, motherhood, rickets, soda, sweet drinks, tooth brush, vitamin D
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Dr. Walt’s Take on the Health Headlines – May 28, 2008
Please let me know if you like this type of entry or not. Your feedback will be very helpful to me. Best Treatment for Vertigo Is Easiest One
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Cancer, Children's Health, General Health, Health Headlines, Heart Health, Men's Health, Mental Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting, Woman's Health
Tagged Alternative Medicine: The Christian Handbook, antidepressants, antioxidants, back pain, benign positional vertigo, BPPY, calcium, Cannalith Repositioning Procedure, chemotherapy, childhood obesity, depression, Epley Maneuver, Florida Hospital, green tea, gum disease, Obesity, omega-3, peridontitis, pregnancy, stroke, SuperSized Kids, vertigo, vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin D deficiency, vitamin E, weight loss
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