Malaria & pregnancy: L-arginine linked to better birth outcomes
Supplementation with of the amino acid l-arginine could improve outcomes for babies whose mothers contract malaria during pregnancy, researchers suggest.
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Iodine deficiency: No longer just a third-world issue, warns study
The re-emergence of iodine deficiency in some industrialised countries has raised concerns over the public health implications and the need for fortification or supplementation programs.
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FSAI recall Falcon Labs’ supplements after steroid and stimulant contamination
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) intends to recall a range of branded food supplements that they suspect are tainted with illegal steroids and stimulants.
Abdominal pain in IBS: A lack of omega-3 could be the culprit, says Taiwan study
Lower levels of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and total omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in plasma are associated with IBS symptoms in Asian females, a new study has shown.