Parkinsons Disease
Research shows that men
who exercise vigorously, strenuously (ex., strength training) have a 50-60%
less likely chance of getting Parkinsons Disease. No such relationship
has been shown for women.
Source : CNN Sunday February
27, 2005
Folic Acid Study
Women who took 1000 mcg
of folic acid daily were 46% less likely to develop high blood pressure
per a study done by the American Journal of Medical Sciences. The study
also found that vitamin supplements provided a better source of folic acid
rather than food. Other benefits from taking folic acid: reduces the likelihood
of birth defects and prevents heart disease and strokes.
Source : CNN Monday, January
24, 2005
Worth noting is that there
are many fruits and vegetables that contain folic acid as well as many
foods that are now fortified with it. Also, all quality mult-vitamins contain
folic acid.
Dietary Guidelines
Article
on US report on nutrition and physical activity
Prostate Cancer
A study is currently underway
to determine the effectiveness of the mineral Selenium and Vitamin E (alone
or taken together) in preventing prostate cancer. All quality multi vitamins
should contain both of these minerals and vitamins.
What we do know about prostate
cancer is that by modifying your lifestyle and what you eat, you may lower
the risk of prostate cancer. Here are some ways:
- do not smoke
- moderate alcohol consumption
- eat a diet that is low
in fat and high in grains, fruit and vegetables
- exercise regularly
Recommended Reading:
The
Prostate Cancer Protection Plan
Vitamin E
A recent study now finds
that too much Vitamin E may contribute to heart disease. Dosages in excess
of 200IU may turn vitamin E into a pro-oxidant rather than an anti-oxidant.
It is recommended that your daily dose should not exceed 200IU. A healthy
diet which includes fruits and vegetables provides 6-10 IU of vitamin E.
Right now the safest dosage most likely would include what you consume
daily from food plus what's contained in a multi-vitamin supplement.
