Vitamin C supplements during pregnancy in smokers may reduce lung damage in offspringTheir effect appears to help over time. Systematic review confirms role of probiotic use with antibioticsSome studies suggest antibiotic disruption to the gut microbiome can last upwards of two years and can contribute to gastrointestinal problems. What do we know about vitamin B12 deficiency? Certain segments of the population are at higher risk of not getting enough of this critical nutrient. Many seniors have a vitamin B12 deficiency: study Researchers suggest simple—but specific—dietary changes would help. Vitamins A, C and E may cut risk of glaucoma by half Study from Spain finds a 47% reduced risk over time. POP QUIZ: Obesity in adults Obesity Canada has released new guidance on pharmacotherapy for obesity management in adults. Even low caffeine consumption by pregnant women is associated with shorter children But clinical importance is uncertain. QUIZ: Fighting hypertension with food It’s been a quarter century since the publication of the first clinical trial of the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet. Fruits and veggies contribute to greater response to biologics in IBD patients Meat, whole grain fibre, dairy associated with lower drop in inflammatory markers. Obesity Canada updates clinical practice guidelines with new info on medical nutrition therapy and pharmacotherapy The update adds new info to the guidelines that were first published in 2020—with new edivence references on nutrition issues like intermittent fasting, as well as emerging drug therapies. First Previous 13 14 15 16 17 Next Last
