Today in the Kitchen: Why take vitamins and supplements? May 30, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009 Edition. Today in the Kitchen: Why take vitamins and supplements. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Drugs/Vitamins May 20, 2009
For example, according to Vagnini, common aluminum antacids such as Maalox and Mylanta can cause a depletion of vitamin A, vitamin D, folic acid, calcium, chromium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and zinc. Statin drugs, like Lipitor, Mevacor, Zocor and Pravachol, are meant to treat elevated levels of cholesterol. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Minerals - Naturally Occurring Apr 17, 2009
Zinc is found in red meat, and chromium is found in meats, poultry, and fish ... Chromium, a trace mineral has been shown to enhance the abilities of insulin in binding to glucose in the blood ... However chromium is contraindicated in those who are taking insulin as it can interfere with the medication. (Suite101.com)
Pregnancy Diet Feb 10, 2009
Wholegrains and legumes are great sources of fiber as well as B vitamins, iron, zinc and chromium. Good choices include brown rice, oats, borlotti beans, chickpeas and kidney beans. (Suite101.com)
Dont Forget the Chromium Jan 17, 2008
Dont Forget the Chromium - 13WHAM.com ... Dont Forget the Chromium ... While more studies are needed, they admit chromium picolinate appears to play a role in future brain healing. (WOKR13 Rochester)
More researchers embrace mind-body connection Jan 9, 2008
WEIGHT LOSS: CAM treatments are popular weight-loss options, but only chitosan, chromium, conjugated linoleic acid and calcium have shown positive effects, and these were modest, said Todd Brown, a specialist in endocrine and metabolic diseases at Johns Hopkins University. There is no data on the cactus Hoodia gordonii. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Deciphering the diet claims, part II Oct 13, 2007
CHROMIUM picolinate, a trace mineral that had promise in the prevention of diabetes, has been found to be highly uncertain. Diet dictionary The FDA has also sanctioned another class of relative or comparative label claims, which may help when shopping and comparing food labels. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Real Fat Fighters: An Expert's Natural Solutions Aug 28, 2007
" And at the top of his list are chromium supplements. Chromium helps regulate blood sugar, so Pruess says you store less fat and build more muscle. To help reduce calories -- and eat less -- he likes hydroxy-citric acid. "If you take enough of this, it tends to curb your appetite, Pruess said. Pruess says green tea extract helps you burn calories safely, without raising your heart rate or blood pressure. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Diabetes: a disease we can manage Jul 13, 2007
According to Nutrition Science News, various supplements like chromium picolinate, cinnamon and magnesium may help blood sugar levels and weight loss, improve insulin resistance or lower blood sugar levels in those already diagnosed, however at this time, more controlled clinical studies will provide the necessary evidence-for now these are preliminary findings. Follow the advice of your physician, and never go off your medication without consulting your family doctor or specialist. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Mend Your Mind Jul 11, 2007
The mineral chromium, which he says is necessary for insulin receptors to work efficiently ... The researchers say changing to dark-colored juices to help memory probably can't hurt, but it's too soon to recommend chromium supplements. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Adult ADD/ADHD, Tools and Remedies Jun 4, 2007
Learn to cope with some simple and natural remedies. Whether you are newly diagnosed, or a seasoned veteran, adult ADD or ADHD can be made a little easier with proper supplements, tools, and a few coping strategies. (Suite101.com)
Chromium No Help in Controlling Diabetes May 23, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People with type 2 diabetes often take chromium supplements to help keep their blood sugar levels under control, but new findings from a Dutch study raise doubts about the value of this approach. "In non-Western diabetic populations, there is some evidence that chromium might be beneficial," Dr. Nanno Kleefstra, told Reuters Health ... Kleefstra, from Isala Clinics in Zwolle, and colleagues investigated the effects of chromium in people with type 2 diabetes residing... (MEDLINEplus)
Weight-loss drugs May 3, 2007
That led to the weight-loss products derived from herbal or other botanical ingredients like aloe, ephedra, fiber and green tea; minerals like chromium and pyruvates; amino acids; enzymes; and tissues from organs or glands ... For chromium and ginseng, he found no scientifically structured trials that showed a difference in weight loss between the supplement and a placebo ... And chronic use of chromium may cause kidney and muscle damage. (The Daily Reflector)
Ornish: New Atkins diet study flawed Mar 8, 2007
Rather they tested the diet along with regular exercise and various nutritional supplements, including flax oil, borage oil, fish oil, vitamin E, chromium picolinate, and a multivitamin formula containing niacin, vitamin C, and other nutrients. Exercise and supplements would be expected to influence cholesterol levels on their own, apart from the effects of the diet. (Food Consumer)
Weight Loss Supplements Widely Used Mar 3, 2007
Ephedra, chromium, and/or bitter orange were the key ingredients in the most commonly used weight loss supplements, the study shows ... Ephedra, chromium, and/or bitter orange were the key ingredients in the most commonly used weight loss supplements, the study shows. (CBS News)
Play it safe with natural colours Mar 2, 2007
Dr Munish Paul, consultant dermatologist at Max Healthcare said: "Most commercially available colours unless they are from places like Khadi Gram Udyog or Dilli Haat, which sell organic colours have some amount of harmful chemicals. Black colours contain lead oxide, green contains copper sulphate and silver has aluminium bromide. Purple, which is the commonest wet colour, contains chromium iodide. These are all harmful for the skin, eyes and may even trigger respiratory tract discomfort.". An... (Times of India)
The diet scoop: 6 promising supplements, 6 to avoid Feb 17, 2007
Why try it: Chromium seems to slightly limit weight gain in people with diabetes or pre-diabetes. And in one study, people who didn't have insulin trouble lost about three pounds more in 10 weeks using chromium than those who didn't ... Why not: Years ago, there were health concerns about one form: chromium picolinate. (CNN)
Reduction Of Body Iron Stores And Cardiovascular Outcomes Feb 16, 2007
The reduction of body iron stores through phlebotomy (blood removal) in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) does not appear to decrease the risk of death plus nonfatal cardiovascular events, according to a study published in the February 14 issue of JAMA.. PAD is a partial or total blockage of an artery, usually one leading to a leg or an arm. (Science Daily)
