Researchers are reporting that women who have low vitamin B12 levels shortly before and after they get pregnant are at significantly greater risk of delivering a child with a neural-tube defect.
Read article in the Vancouver Sun (Canada)
Friday, June 26, 2009
Expectant mothers with low vitamin B12 levels are at greater risk of having baby with a birth defect
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Labels: birth defects, neural-tube defect, pregnant mothers, vitamin B12 deficiency
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Georgian seniors need nutrient supplementation, finds study
Researchers at the University of Georgia (UGA) report that elderly people across the state are largely deficient in vitamin D, calcium and B12, and should consider dietary supplementation. The new study conducted by nutrition researchers at the university noted that nutrient deficiencies are making the elderly more vulnerable to chronic health problems such as osteoporosis, anemia and cognitive impairment.
Read article at nutraingredients-usa.com
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Labels: anaemia, calcium deficiency, cognitive impairment, elderly people, Nutrition, osteoporosis, vitamin B12 deficiency, Vitamin D deficiency, Vitamin D supplements, vitamin supplements, Vulnerable Groups

