Search results for beta carotene
Golden rice an effective source of vitamin A
May 13, 2009 |
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The beta-carotene in so-called "Golden Rice" converts to vitamin A in humans, according to researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Tufts University in an article that appears in the current issue of the American Jo ...
Antioxidants not associated with increased melanoma risk
Aug 17, 2009 |
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Antioxidant supplements do not appear to be associated with an increased risk of melanoma, according to a report in the August issue of Archives of Dermatology.
Genetic link to vitamin A deficiency
Nov 17, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Almost half of UK women may be lacking an important source of vitamin A due to a previously undiscovered genetic variation, scientists at Newcastle University have found.
Vitamins C and E and beta carotene again fail to reduce cancer risk in randomized controlled trial
Dec 31, 2008 |
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Women who took beta carotene or vitamin C or E or a combination of the supplements had a similar risk of cancer as women who did not take the supplements, according to data from a randomized controlled trial in the December ...
Long-term beta carotene supplementation may help prevent cognitive decline
Nov 12, 2007 |
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Men who take beta carotene supplements for 15 years or longer may have less cognitive decline, according to a report in the November 12 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.
Discovery in orange cauliflower may lead to more nutritious crops
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Jun 04, 2007 |
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While orange cauliflower may seem unappealing to some, it has distinct nutritional advantages. Now, Cornell researchers have identified the genetic mutation behind the unusual hue. The finding may lead to ...
Antioxidants show no clear benefit against cardiovascular events, death in high-risk women
Aug 13, 2007 |
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Vitamins C and E and beta carotene, either individually or in combination, do not appear to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events or death among women at high risk for heart disease, according to a report in the August ...
Unique tomatoes tops in disease-fighting antioxidants
Feb 27, 2007 |
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Deep red tomatoes get their rich color from lycopene, a disease-fighting antioxidant. A new study, however, suggests that a special variety of orange-colored tomatoes provide a different form of lycopene, one that our bodies ...
Some vitamin supplements don't protect against lung cancer
May 21, 2007 |
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A study of more than 75,000 adults found that taking supplemental multivitamins, vitamin C and E and folate do not decrease the risk of lung cancer. The findings are being reported at the American Thoracic Society 2007 International ...
No magic tomato? Study breaks link between lycopene and prostate cancer prevention
May 17, 2007 |
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Tomatoes might be nutritious and tasty, but don’t count on them to prevent prostate cancer. In the May issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, researchers based at the National Cancer Institute and Fred H ...
Amyloid beta protein gets bum rap
Nov 09, 2009 |
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While too much amyloid beta protein in the brain is linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease, not enough of the protein in healthy brains can cause learning problems and forgetfulness, Saint Louis University scientists ...
Protein transports nutrients believed to protect against eye disease
Jul 17, 2008 |
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Scientists have identified the protein responsible for transporting nutrients to the eye that are believed to protect against the development of age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in elderly ...
Powerful pumpkins, super squash
Nov 04, 2009 |
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Carotenoids, the family of yellow to red pigments responsible for the striking orange hues of pumpkins and the familiar red color of vine-ripe tomatoes, play an important role in human health by acting as ...
Antioxidants do not prevent degenerative eye disease
Oct 09, 2007 |
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A diet rich in antioxidant vitamins and minerals does not seem to prevent the degenerative eye disease known as age related macular degeneration, finds a study published on bmj.com today.
Carvedilol shown to have unique characteristics among beta blockers
Medicine & Health / Medications
Nov 20, 2009 |
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In a new study, researchers report that a class of heart medications called beta-blockers can have a helpful, or harmful, effect on the heart, depending on their molecular activity.
