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Scavenging free radicals with informative, objective information on antioxidants and oxidative stress.

Apr 7, 2008, An introduction to Adult Stem Cells

I'm sure you've already heard about Stem Cells. Maybe you saw a news story or a read a news article or saw the Presidential address. They are the most

Apr 7, 2008, Vitamin D insufficiency widespread even in sunny climates

It is well-established that vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency is very common among northern populations. However, there is little information on

Apr 7, 2008, Omega-3 fatty acids in pregnant women and early visual acuity in infants

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an omega-3 fatty acid found most commonly in fish oil, is important to neural development. It is speculated that DHA

Dec 14, 2007, What is an ORAC rating?

ORAC rating - oxygen radical absorbance capacity ORAC analyses are not extremely precise.

Nov 17, 2007, How Quality Vitamins are Different

To many people, a common assumption is that most vitamins are equal in potency and quality. But, there are many variations found in vitamins

Nov 5, 2007, Widespread Vitamin D Deficiency Drains Billions of Dollars from Canadian Health Care System

The Vitamin D society, a Canadian non-profit group organized to increase awareness of the many health conditions strongly linked to vitamin D, has calculated the cost of vitamin D deficiency on the Canadian health care system to be no less than $9 billion dollars annually.

Vitamin D has long been known only for its role in bone health and proper calcium absorption. However, the explosion of research over the past few years has revealed that vitamin D plays a key role in cell growth regulation in the body, and may be related to the prevention of 22 forms of cancer as well as heart disease, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, and many other disorders.

Due to what is being considered a Canadian crisis and worldwide problem, the Vitamin D Society is recognizing the month of November as Vitamin D Awareness Month.

For the complete story and more information about the society and vitamin D research, go to the following link:

Oct 25, 2007, Multivitamin use lowers preeclampsia risk

High blood pressure during pregnancy (preeclampsia) can result in serious complications for the mother and child. Results from a new study show that

Oct 23, 2007, Obesity epidemic turns global

Obesity increases heart disease riskPeople are getting fatter in all parts of the world, with the possible exception of south and east Asia, a one-day global snapshot shows.

Oct 22, 2007, How Do Antioxidants Work?

Online guide explaining how do antioxidants work, their uses, bioavailability and potency of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

Oct 21, 2007, What is Vitamin C?

One of the most important antioxidants, vitamin C promotes healthy cell development and calcium absorption.

Oct 20, 2007, FDA Official:Cold meds should not be used for kids under 6

Hmm, maybe we were right just using a high quality kids vitamin like Usanimals

Oct 20, 2007, Some B Vitamins Come Up Short; "Greatest Vitamin" Seller Investigated; Product Updates

New Product Review: Some B Vitamins Come Up Short -- Report Covers 31 Products: B-Complexes, Thiamin, Niacin, B-6, B-12, Biotin and Folic Acid.New Warning: "Greatest Vitamin in the World Seller" Investigated Recently Released Reviews -- Nutrition Drinks, Eye Health Supplements (Lutein/Zeaxanthin), Milk Thistle, others.Updates: Newly-Approved Products Upcoming Reviews: Resveratrol (Red Wine Extract) and more.

Oct 20, 2007, My Antioxidants Guide Site Map

Site Map for My Antioxidants Guide.com

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Oct 17, 2007, Antioxidants Benefits In Multivitamins

What are the antioxidants benefits found in multivitamins? How do antioxidants work?

Oct 17, 2007, What is Alpha Lipoic Acid?

Adequate consumption of alpha lipoic acid leads to enhanced memory performance and retards structural mitochondrial decomposition. Alpha lipoic acid is very helpful for people suffering from Alzheimers

Oct 16, 2007, What Is Calcium?

Calcium is an essential constituent of a nutritious diet. Its deficiency causes retardation of bone and tooth development, while an overdosage could result in kidney stones.

Oct 16, 2007, Vitamin and mineral table

Basic vitamin and mineral table with common sources of vitamins and minerals.

Sep 23, 2007, Vitamin Supplement Benefits

Vitamin supplement benefits and why you need them in your diet and prevent degenerative disease.

Sep 23, 2007, What is Vitamin A?

Description of Vitamin A as beta-carotene and it's other common forms.