Vitamin D offers no protection against Alzheimer’s

Systematic review of clinical studies finds no robust evidence that vitamin D protects the brain against diseases such as Alzheimer’s, MS, and Parkinson’s.

New Nutrition Reviews study shows cholesterol-lowering potential of certain probiotics

A new study, “Effect of probiotics on biomarkers of cardiovascular disease: implications for heart-healthy diets,” published in Nutrition Reviews, examined 26 clinical studies and two meta-analyses to assess the potential of probiotics in reducing LDL-cholesterol.Of the probiotics examined, L.

Probiotics For Gut Health: VSL#3 Has Designations For Specific GI Issues

As clinical studies continue to validate the use of probiotics to help promote general gastrointestinal health, a growing U.S. market1 for probiotics indicates that the U.S. healthcare community and consumers alike are recognizing the value of these beneficial microorganisms…