Women with MS may ‘have lower levels of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory nutrients’

A new study finds women with MS may have lower levels of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients, though it is unclear whether this a cause or result of the condition.

Clearer labels needed on drugs containing animal products

Patients with specific dietary restrictions may be unwittingly taking medicines containing animal products, suggests an article published on bmj.com.Dr Kinesh Patel and Dr Kate Tatham say most medications prescribed in primary care contain animal derived products and it is unclear whether they are suitable for vegetarians.