Mobility limitations and disability linked to low levels of vitamin K
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 13, 2019
Vitamin K levels may play a role in keeping older adults mobile and physically able, say nutrition researchers at Tufts University.
Brain drain: Supplements have no effect on brain health, could be harmful
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 11, 2019
Popping a pill doesn’t work; dietary supplements have no effect on brain health, cognitive decline, dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, declares a sweeping new report.
Study: Dietary supplements linked to higher mortality risk in older women
Oct 12, 2011
Going against conventional wisdom, a new study suggests that multivitamins and some other supplements actually increase the odds of mortality.
Vitamin and mineral supplements could improve long-term memory, study suggests
Aug 05, 2011
Adults who take vitamin and mineral supplements for 10 years exhibited better long-term memory skills than those who took placebos, according to a new study.
Nutrient cocktail helps improve brain function in those with early-stage Alzheimer’s
Jan 11, 2010
Researchers at MIT are encouraging seniors in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease to take their vitamins—but not just any vitamins.