New mushroom study shows the power of energy density Aug 16, 2008
In addition, mushrooms4 may be nature's hidden treasure for vitamin D, a nutrient many Americans do not get enough of for the required daily intake. 5-7 Mushrooms are the only fresh vegetable or fruit with 4 percent of the daily value of Vitamin D per serving4 and preliminary research suggests that a standard serving of mushrooms can provide up to 100 percent of the daily value of vitamin D after just five minutes of contact with sunlight ... 6 Holick MF. Vitamin D Deficiency. (EurekAlert!)
Senior notes Aug 15, 2008
The skin serves as a barrier against infection and injury, regulates internal body temperature, produces Vitamin D, removes waste products from the body, is a shield against radiation, and it offers a sense of touch. To practice sun safety, stay out of direct, intense sun and always use sun protection, including sunscreen and a hat. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Low levels of vitamin D 'linked to chronic pain in women' Aug 15, 2008
Low levels of vitamin D 'linked to chronic pain in women. London (PTI): Women suffering from chronic pain may benefit from an extra daily dose of vitamin D, a new study has suggested ... Researchers in Britain have carried out the study and found that chronic widespread pain is linked to low levels of the vitamin D in women, but not in men, the latest edition of the 'Annals of Rheumatic Diseases' journal reported. (Hindu)
Make Mushrooms Your Pick of the Season Aug 14, 2008
Mushrooms are the only fresh fruit or vegetable that has four percent of the Daily Value of vitamin D (per serving of 4-5 white button mushrooms specifically). Mushrooms are also nutrient rich, providing a similar number of nutrients as many brightly colored fruits and vegetables. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Childhood dairy intake improves adolescent bone health Aug 14, 2008
"Dairy is a key source of proteins, calcium, and other micronutrients including phosphorus and vitamin D," said lead author Lynn Moore. Parents can promote healthy bone development during adolescence by making dairy a regular part of their child's diet. (Xinhuanet, China)
Boomers: Tips on How to Exercise Safely Aug 13, 2008
Take calcium and Vitamin D supplements daily. Listen to your body. (Pekin Times, IL)
Low Level of Vitamin D Ups Death Risk Aug 13, 2008
Aug. 11, 2008 -- Very low levels of vitamin D are linked to increased risk of death, according to a new study ... The research team analyzed a diverse sample of 13,000 men and women participating in an ongoing national health survey and compared the risk of death between those with the lowest blood levels of vitamin D to those with higher levels ... The researchers found a 26% increased risk of death from any cause for the quartile of participants with the lowest vitamin D levels compared to... (WebMD)
Low Vitamin D Levels Pose Large Threat To Health; Overall 26 Percent Increased Risk Of Death Aug 13, 2008
12, 2008) Researchers at Johns Hopkins are reporting what is believed to be the most conclusive evidence to date that inadequate levels of vitamin D, obtained from milk, fortified cereals and exposure to sunlight, lead to substantially increased risk of death ... In a study set to appear in the Archives of Internal Medicine online Aug. 11, the Johns Hopkins team analyzed a diverse sample of 13,000 initially healthy men and women participating in an ongoing national health survey and compared the... (Science Daily)
Get enough vitamin D! Aug 13, 2008
Get enough vitamin D ... Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to 26 percent greater risk of death in men and women, according to a study published on Monday that appears to confirm the importance of this essential nutrient ... Researchers from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, in Baltimore, Maryland, studied 13000 initially healthy men and women from 1994 to 2000, comparing the mortality rate between those with low and normal levels of vitamin D in the blood. (iAfrica.com)
Childhood dairy intake may improve adolescent bone health Aug 13, 2008
According to Dr. Moore, "Children who consumed 2 or more servings of dairy and 4 ounces of meat or other nondairy protein had bone mineral contents over 300 grams higher than those children with lower intakes of both dairy and other proteins." The study highlights the importance of dairy intake throughout childhood, and Dr. Moore points out that "dairy is a key source of proteins, calcium, and other micronutrients including phosphorus and vitamin D." Parents can promote healthy bone development... (EurekAlert!)
Diary of Dylan's wife up for sale Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 05:44 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 06:44 UK. Diary of Dylan's wife up for sale. (BBC News)
Low vitamin D may raise death risk Aug 12, 2008
CHICAGO - Adults with a vitamin D deficiency are more likely to die than adults who have high levels, another indication of the nutrient's vital role in guarding against ailments from heart disease to cancer, US researchers said yesterday. The report follows several recent studies that have shown vitamin D may protect against a host of ailments, including heart disease, cancers of the colon and breast, diabetes, and tuberculosis ... Of the 1,806 people who died, 777 died of heart disease, though... (Boston Globe)
S Africa row over 'missing' funds Aug 12, 2008
"I wish to place it on record that I've never received the alleged 500,000 rand from any person, as is alleged. "This is part of a concerted smear campaign primarily directed at discrediting the image and reputation of the SACP and tarnishing my image and integrity," he said. 'Bordering on hypocrisy' Mr Madisha has been publicly criticised by the SACP - of which he is also a member of the central committee - for implicating Mr Nzimande. He didn't come to the structures in his own party but went... (Yahoo News -- South Africa)
Rape compensation cut overturned Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 01:33 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 02:33 UK. By June Kelly BBC News. (BBC News)
Pain 'linked with low vitamin D' Aug 12, 2008
Pain 'linked with low vitamin D. Severe vitamin D deficiency leads to osteomalacia ... Low levels of the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D, may contribute to chronic pain among women, scientists believe. (BBC News)
Stars pay tribute to Isaac Hayes Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 16:08 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 17:08 UK. The cause of Hayes' death was not immediately known. (BBC News)
Author's novel invitation to home Aug 12, 2008
" Mrs Page wrote her book, A Dangerous Weakness, three years ago. She did not get it published until her daughter-in-law found the manuscript, read it, and convinced her to send it to a publisher. Bookmark with: E-MAILED Running 'can slow ageing process' 'Sexercise' yourself into shape Cat's daily routine baffles owner Pain 'linked with low vitamin D' Assaults add pressure on Georgia READ Assaults add pressure on Georgia Extinction 'by man not climate' Running 'can slow ageing process' Russia... (BBC News)
Brothers guilty of triple murder Aug 12, 2008
" "The last year as you can only imagine has been an extremely difficult time due to the loss we have suffered, the horrific circumstances in which they died and the investigation that has brought us to this point," she added. Please turn on JavaScript. Media requires JavaScript to play. Advertisement Miran Thakrar will serve a minimum of 42 years in prison Bookmark with: TRIPLE MURDER TRIAL LATEST NEWS BACKGROUND FEATURES PREVIOUS NEWS FROM THE TRIAL RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not... (BBC News -- UK)
British arrests soar 32% in Spain Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 06:33 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 07:33 UK. Spain remains the most popular destination for British holiday makers. (BBC News -- UK)
Plans to rebuild resort's cinema Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 05:51 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 06:51 UK. An application to demolish the cinema has been submitted to planners. (BBC News -- UK)
Hunt for weapons in double murder Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 04:01 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 05:01 UK. Xi Zhou and her boyfriend Zhen Xing Yang studied at Newcastle University. (BBC News -- UK)
Pier alarm sounded before inferno Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 06:31 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 07:31 UK. The alarm went off at 0135 BST - five hours before the blaze started. (BBC News -- UK)
Sport volunteers support checks Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 06:34 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 07:34 UK. The study found sports club volunteers support child protection measures. (BBC News -- UK)
Are lunch breaks really for wimps? Aug 12, 2008
" It helps that his firm has a running club and a flexible working environment, which means he can put on his trainers between meetings. And there is the added incentive - not shared by every workplace - of having the beautiful Cheshire countryside, including Alderley Edge, on the doorstep. How do you spend your lunchtime? Tell us using the form below. Name Your e-mail address Town/city and country Your comment The BBC may edit your comments and not all emails will be published. Your comments... (BBC News -- UK)
Grouse shooting season to begin Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 06:33 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 07:33 UK. The BASC said grouse shooting was worth 240m a year to the economy. (BBC News -- UK)
Rape support service 'in crisis' Aug 12, 2008
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Seeds of optimism Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 23:22 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 00:22 UK. Rising food prices sow hope for farmers. (BBC News -- UK)
Peggy - the three-legged dog who loves steam trains Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 16:14 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 17:14 UK. Three-legged dog loves train ride. (BBC News -- UK)
'Scaredy-cat' gene makes some more prone to anxiety Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 10:22 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 11:22 UK. Experts find 'scaredy-cat' gene. (BBC News -- Health)
New mouth bacteria species found Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 09:27 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 10:27 UK. Our mouths are awash with bacteria. (BBC News -- Health)
New guidance given on autism care Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 12:44 GMT, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 13:44 UK. The public health minister has announced new guidelines on autism. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 02:13 GMT, Friday, 1 December 2006. US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Police evict Tamils from Colombo Aug 12, 2008
" SRI LANKA CRISIS BACKGROUND PROFILES HAVE YOUR SAY RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites MOST E-MAILED China Olympic ceremony star mimed Running 'can slow ageing process' 'Sexercise' yourself into shape Mystery over gnome's global tour Pain 'linked with low vitamin D' MOST READ China Olympic ceremony star mimed Russia 'ends Georgia operation' Day in pictures Spotlight on Egypt's marriage crisis Empty Olympic seats cause concern FEATURES,... (Yahoo News -- Sri Lanka)
Dancer's pain over Georgia crisis Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 13:02 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 14:02 UK. Ms Ananiashvili performed at the festival despite the conflict. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Lucas attends Clone Wars premiere Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 09:09 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 10:09 UK. Please turn on JavaScript. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Pump and Dump' conmen targeted Aug 12, 2008
Page last updated at 15:36 GMT, Monday, 11 August 2008 16:36 UK. Pump and Dump' conmen targeted. (BBC News -- Technology)
Protests highlight grievances Aug 12, 2008
" Bookmark with: PEACE MOVES BACKGROUND CLICKABLE GUIDES HAVE YOUR SAY RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites E-MAILED Running 'can slow ageing process' 'Sexercise' yourself into shape Pain 'linked with low vitamin D' Cat's daily routine baffles owner Assaults add pressure on Georgia READ Assaults add pressure on Georgia Empty Olympic seats cause concern Running 'can slow ageing process' Russia actions confound allies Child-snatch suspect is... (BBC News -- South Asia)
Lower vitamin D, higher risk of death Aug 12, 2008
Tablets to improve calcium and vitamin D. In a new study, those with low vitamin D levels 17. 8 ng/mL or below were 26% more likely to be dead at the end of the study than those with higher vitamin D levels, independent of other factors ... SOURCES OF VITAMIN D. (USA Today)
British actors dominate TV Globes Aug 12, 2008
" Other British successes at the Los Angeles ceremony included Sacha Baron Cohen, named best actor in a film musical or comedy for Borat. Screenwriter Peter Morgan collected the best screenplay award for The Queen. Babel was named best film drama, and Dreamgirls best musical or comedy movie, while Martin Scorsese won the best director honour for The Departed. FILM AWARDS 2007 ACADEMY AWARDS NEWS OSCARS SPOTLIGHT OTHER AWARDS NEWS HAVE YOUR SAY RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible... (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
'Human-animal' embryo green light Aug 12, 2008
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Go slow on medicating children Aug 11, 2008
Children now take drugs for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, vitamin D deficiency, iron deficiency, lack of fluoride, calcium deficiency, heartburn, slow gastric emptying, urinary backup, menstrual regulation, recurrent ear infections, constipation, bed wetting, headache, obsessive compulsive disorder, and anorexia - the list goes on. Obviously, some of these drugs are essential, but physicians are increasingly putting young children on multiple... (Boston Globe)
HEALTH BLOG: Are fruit drinks or soda worse for diabetics? Aug 11, 2008
Researchers are looking for environmental factors, and vitamin D seems especially promising, according to this Seattle Times. I guess this gives us something to look forward to: A three-decade-long survey found that people get happier with age, according to. (USA Today -- Life)
Pricey products Aug 10, 2008
In 2005, a survey at three Auburn supermarkets put the combined cost of vitamin D milk, orange juice, apples and eight other items totaled, on average, at 26 ... Vitamin D Milk, 1 gallon 3. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
New data on eating right for senior citizens Aug 9, 2008
a little flag on the pyramid signals that supplements or fortified foods particularly those containing calcium, vitamin D, or vitamin B-12 may be helpful for many older adults, but not all ... a little flag on the pyramid signals that supplements or fortified foods particularly those containing calcium, vitamin D, or vitamin B-12 may be helpful for many older adults, but not all. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Hormone Level May Reflect Mortality Risk Among Dialysis Patients Aug 9, 2008
Although it has been known that levels of FGF-23, which regulates the metabolism of phosphate and vitamin D, are also elevated in patients with kidney failure, whether FGF-23 levels had any impact on patient survival had not been investigated ... "We expect those differences may relate to previous observations of calcium, phosphorous and vitamin D metabolism differences among racial groups. We also need to investigate whether FGF-23 elevations are toxic in themselves or if they are simply a... (Science Daily)
The Dangers of Vitamin Megadosing Aug 8, 2008
Vitamin D: The UL of vitamin D is 50 mcg (2,000 IU) for adults ... Large doses of vitamin D taken over a short period of time typically does not cause toxicity as excess vitamin D is stored and used by the body as needed. (Suite101.com)
How to Cut Health-Care Costs Aug 8, 2008
Nearly 85% of Americans are deficient in Vitamin D. (You can thank dermatologists for scaring everyone out of the sun. You can not get optimal amounts of Vitamin D from food. (SmartMoney)
Diet Cuts Colon Cancer Risk Aug 7, 2008
All recommend eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and healthy oils; getting enough calcium and vitamin D through sources such as dairy products; and limiting consumption of solid fats, added sugar and red meat, she explained. "Assessing overall dietary patterns is an important alternative to traditional methods in nutritional epidemiology that have focused only on single nutrients," Reedy and her team point out in the American Journal of Epidemiology. (Newsmax)
Rickets on the rebound: Experts say bone disorder shouldn't stop new mothers from breastfeeding Aug 6, 2008
Sharma shared that rickets is characterized by softening and deformity of bones that in part is due to a concern that infants aren t getting enough Vitamin D in their diets ... Sharma said if mothers add a Vitamin D supplement to their babies diets, breast milk is still the best way to nourish the infant ... The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reported that the prevention of nutritional rickets comes from obtaining the proper amount of Vitamin D, beginning at least by the age of 2... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
New Role Found For A 'Foxy Old Gene' Aug 6, 2008
19, 2008) Bile acid derivatives can turn on the vitamin D receptor without causing excess calcium buildup, a finding that could lead to vitamin D therapies for conditions beyond just bone and skin. (Apr. (Science Daily)
Side Effects May Be Drugs Stealing Vitamins Aug 6, 2008
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. (Click2Houston, TX)
Thousands riddled with bone disease Aug 5, 2008
Osteoporosis Australia medical director Professor Peter Ebeling said healthy diet, adequate vitamin D levels, exercise and not smoking helped prevent the disease. Add your comment. (NEWS.com.au)
You Docs: Food facts for better health Aug 5, 2008
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Evaluation of Patients with a recent Clinical Fracture and Osteoporosis, a multidisciplinary Approach Aug 5, 2008
In 27 patients, 34 contributors were previously known, in 50 patients 52 new contributors were diagnosed (mainly vitamin D deficiency in 42) and 14 needed further exploration because of laboratory abnormalities (mainly abnormal thyroid stimulating hormone in 9). The 57 patients with contributors were older (71 vs. 64 yrs, p<0. (BioMed Central)
Schizophrenia Researchers Welcome New Blood Aug 4, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 31, 2008) Researchers from UQ's Queensland Brain Institute are set to conduct a world-first trial into the link between prenatal vitamin D levels and schizophrenia prevalence ... "Undeniably, low maternal vitamin D affects the way the brain develops," Dr Eyles said ... "Over the past four years we've been able to show that low vitamin D intake in animals during pregnancy results in offspring with brain abnormalities similar to those seen in patients with schizophrenia.". (Science Daily)
Your Health: It just takes a few minutes of sun to get vitamin D dose (2) Aug 3, 2008
Your Health: It just takes a few minutes of sun to get vitamin D dose ... A lab test shows that I am vitamin D deficient ... How can I balance my need for sunscreen and the need for sun exposure to make vitamin D. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Simple Lab Test For Bone Disease Linked To Risk Of Death In Dialysis Patients Aug 3, 2008
Dr. Kalantar-Zadeh has received grants and honoraria from Abbott and Genzyme (manufacturers of activated vitamin D products), Amgen (manufacturer of calcimimetic drugs, which reduce parathyroid hormone), and Shire and Fresenius (manufacturers of phosphorus binders). The study was supported by a grant from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (Science Daily)
Study: Improve Your Kids' Bones By Including Enough Calcium Aug 3, 2008
Along with calcium, Vitamin D is important for calcium absorption. It is made by the body when the skin is exposed to sunlight, vitamin D is also found in fish, egg yolks and fortified foods. (TheMedGuru)
Vitamin D, bone health Aug 2, 2008
Like many nutrients our bodies need, we aren t exactly sure everything that vitamin D does for our bodies ... People who live above the 42 parallel (about northern California) where the sun is less intense tend to have a greater vitamin D deficiency, which tells us there is a link between sun exposure and vitamin D. And with the benefits and necessity of vitamin D to our health, there are many recommendations floating around suggesting that a limited amount of sun exposure every day is good for... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Might science help stave off old age? Aug 2, 2008
Vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin, may help. In mice that have been genetically altered to age more quickly, Vitamin D converts fat back into bone in the bone marrow. (Globe and Mail)
Gutfeld: Obama Greatest Human Being of All Time Aug 1, 2008
And like the sun, Obama offers us hope, life and plenty of healthy Vitamin D.. However, like the sun, too much Obama can be unhealthy. (Fox News)
Screen out less-effective sunblocks Aug 1, 2008
Some scientists have accused dermatologists and the sunscreen industry with scaring Americans out of the sun's powerful ultraviolet (UV) rays, which the body needs to generate vitamin D.. Lars Klove/The New York Times. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Teen Tanning? Don't Do It, Cancer Group Says Aug 1, 2008
The group also suggests that people who are worried about not getting enough vitamin D -- which the body produces in response to ultraviolet radiation -- need just a short time in the sun and that they can use supplements during the winter. Copyright 2008 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
Keep your skin safe while playing outside this summer Jul 31, 2008
Recent reports have accentuated the protective effect of Vitamin D against some cancers and since Vitamin D is produced by the effect of sunlight on the skin, some researchers have suggested more exposure to sunshine could be beneficial. Most people are exposed to adequate sunlight in ordinary day-to-day activities so additional exposure to enhance Vitamin D protection is probably not necessary. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
New study shows calcium significantly improves children's bone health Jul 31, 2008
Dietary Reference Intakes for Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Vitamin D, and Fluoride. Washington, DC: National Academy Press; 1997. (EurekAlert!)
