The curious case of energy drinks & hypokalemia
The medical case study of a man rushed to intensive care with severe potassium deficiency has brought the issue of energy drinks and hypokalemia back into the spotlight.
Archives for November 9, 2015
Tocotrienols may improve cardiometabolic health, for rats at least
Delta- and gamma-tocotrienols may be more effective than alpha-tocotrienol and alpha-tocopherol in attenuating metabolic syndrome, suggests a recent study in diet-induced obese rats.
Working dead? Nestlé scientists find heat-treated ‘zombie’ probiotics can boost immunity beyond the grave
Heat-treated probiotics may offer greater immunity benefits than their ‘live’ originals, according to just-published Nestlé Nutrition and Health research.
Probiotics may prevent recurrent vaginal infections: Study
Probiotic strains are effective against recurrent vaginal infections when used alongside prescribed medication, according to a study using Bifodan’s patented EcoVag probiotic.
Fish oils show no benefit for diabetes - but may help elderly
Fish oils do not affect glucose metabolism but do impact protein metabolism, something researchers say could hold potential for age-related frailty.