Category: supplements

Micronutrient Supplementation to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk

On By aledopressIn Cardiology, Diet, supplements

Healthy dietary patterns are rich in micronutrients, but their influence on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks has not been systematically quantified.ObjectivesThe goal of this study was to provide a comprehensive and most up-to-date evidence-based map that systematically quantifies the impact of micronutrients on CVD outcomes.MethodsThis study comprised a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled intervention …

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Combined use of lactoferrin and vitamin D as a preventive and therapeutic supplement for SARS-CoV-2 infection: Current evidenceCipriano M, Ruberti E, Tovani-Palone MR. Combined use of lactoferrin and vitamin D as a preventive and therapeutic supplement for SARS-CoV-2 infection: Current evidence.

On By aledopressIn Diet, Infectivology, supplements

Lactoferrin is a multifunctional protein that exhibits anti-inflammatory, immune regulating and anti-infective properties. One of its receptor sites is located on severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. The binding of lactoferrin with heparin sulfate proteoglycans may prevent the first contact between the virus and host cells, thus preventing subsequent infection. Given that lactoferrin may act …

Continue reading Combined use of lactoferrin and vitamin D as a preventive and therapeutic supplement for SARS-CoV-2 infection: Current evidenceCipriano M, Ruberti E, Tovani-Palone MR. Combined use of lactoferrin and vitamin D as a preventive and therapeutic supplement for SARS-CoV-2 infection: Current evidence.

Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Nutritional Supplements for Treating Hair LossA Systematic Review

On By aledopressIn Dermatology, supplements

Importance  Despite the widespread use of nutritional supplements and dietary interventions for treating hair loss, the safety and effectiveness of available products remain unclear.Objective  To evaluate and compile the findings of all dietary and nutritional interventions for treatment of hair loss among individuals without a known baseline nutritional deficiency.Evidence Review  The MEDLINE, Embase, and CINAHL databases were searched …

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Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Nutritional Supplements for Treating Hair LossA Systematic Review

On By aledopressIn Dermatology, supplements

Importance  Despite the widespread use of nutritional supplements and dietary interventions for treating hair loss, the safety and effectiveness of available products remain unclear.Objective  To evaluate and compile the findings of all dietary and nutritional interventions for treatment of hair loss among individuals without a known baseline nutritional deficiency.Evidence Review  The MEDLINE, Embase, and CINAHL databases were searched …

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Association between vitamin D supplementation and COVID-19 infection and mortality

On By aledopressIn Diet, Infectivology, supplements

Vitamin D deficiency has long been associated with reduced immune function that can lead to viral infection. Several studies have shown that Vitamin D deficiency is associated with increases the risk of infection with COVID-19. However, it is unknown if treatment with Vitamin D can reduce the associated risk of COVID-19 infection, which is the …

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