Probiotics and Omega 3 supplementation in pregnancy may reduce risk of childhood eczema and allergies Women who take fish oil and probiotics in later pregnancy and during breastfeeding may reduce their child’s risk of food allergy and eczema by 30 and 22 per cent respectively.1 In one of the largest ever systematic reviews and meta-analyses … Read more
The following research indicates that adequate magnesium may play a role in preventing gestational diabetes. As is always the case with any supplement, taking the correct form is essential to achieving success. There are many forms of magnesium, as indeed other minerals, with the Oxide being the most readily available over the counter (OTC). However, … Read more
How do you feel after a day out in nature versus a day at the computer? One makes you feel far better than the other, right? So, while the evidence might be still very much contested out there in science land, there’s no question that, with the research done so far, we should approach electromagnetic … Read more
GoodFood, By PAULA GOODYER April 10, 2018 Is it a coincidence that as the number of over-processed foods in our supermarkets has grown, the diversity of microbes living in our gut has shrunk? Many researchers say our modern diet has a lot to answer for when it comes to the rise in obesity, diabetes, allergy … Read more
Nearly half of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder have compromised gastrointestinal function and nutrient deficiencies. Studies show the positive effect of multivitamin and mineral supplement on symptoms. Children with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) are known to have significantly lower levels of most vitamins and minerals compared to healthy controls. The most common deficiencies are Vitamins … Read more
Aluminium is ubiquitous in the environment. In recent years, it has increasingly been incorporated in consumer products, foodstuffs, medications/vaccines and drinking water with a presumption of safety. This presumption is based on the belief that as is not overtly toxic in acute low dose ingestion, cumulative consumption must also be benign. However, is this assumption actually … Read more
Call to reign in antibiotic use after study shows 65% increase worldwide. The Guardian – By Ian Sample March 26, 2018 A dramatic rise in global antibiotic consumption has led public health experts to call for fresh strategies to rein in excessive use of the drugs, and for major investments to provide clean water, sanitation and … Read more
