It was only a matter of time I guess before someone decided to see if the symptoms women experience as they transition thru menopause effects their work performance. As if women are not already discriminated enough in the workplace ... Do we really need studies like this Dutch one looking at "the impact of menopausal symptoms on work ability" that claims "Menopausal symptoms are negatively associated with work ability and may increase the risk of sickness absence"? I mean what were they thinking? That this is going to help women in the 40-60 age bracket obtain employment more easily? Or did they think this would... »
Supplements
Supplements are not always good for you .. but they are not always bad either
The Archives of Internal Medicine reports on a study on the use of dietary supplements concluding that not all supplements are good for you. Researchers used data from the Iowa Women's Health Study which followed a group of women with a mean age of 61.6 for a period of 20 years starting 1986. They concluded: In older women, several commonly used dietary... »
CoQ10 can renew eggs?
According to the Montreal Gazette, Canadian scientists are working on a way to make older human eggs young again. Researchers have used co-enzyme Q10 to make "older" mice produce not only more eggs but also healthier eggs. They believe that if CoQ10 can have the same effect on humans then women seeking fertility treatment will not only produce embyros with less... »
FDA concedes vitamin supplements can be good for you
Although most people get all the vitamins they need from the foods they eat, millions of people worldwide take supplemental vitamins as part of their health regimen. This Consumer Update video includes an interview with Barbara Schneeman, Ph.D., Director of FDA's Office of Nutritional Products, and highlights reasons to consider taking vitamin supplements along with tips for doing so safely See their... »
Black Cohosh Study says not cause of liver damage
NUTRAIngredientsUSA reports that Health Canada has stated that cases linking Black Cohosh to liver damage were inaccurate. Apparently "authentic black cohosh was not involved in the cited cases". Hence the need to ensure what the ingredients in the bottle actually... »
Australia calls for free bone density tests
PhysOrg.com reports that Professor Chris Nordin, one of Australia's leading osteoporosis experts, has called on the Australian Government to provide free bone density tests to menopausal women in a bid to save taxpayers millions of dollars each year and some of the 16000 fractures each year admitted to hospital each year. "The amount of calcium that people consume on a daily basis through a... »
Omega-3 (DHA) improves non-verbal reasoning and memory
Nutra Ingredients USA reports on a study that indicates omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may improve memory in the middle aged. The study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, found that increased blood levels of DHA were associated with improved nonverbal reasoning and working memory in people between 35 and 54, but intakes of other omega-3 fatty acids ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic... »
Omega-3s May Benefit Newborns, Menopausal Women and Obese Individuals
PR Newswire 04-03-09 DENVER, April 2, 2009 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (omega-3s), namely EPA and DHA found in seafood and fish oil, are known for their potential heart health benefits, but evidence of other benefits continues to stack up. Enhanced infant brain development, reduced hot flashes in menopausal women and healthier weight loss in obese dieters are newer... »
Calcium – add it to your Menopause Supplement List
Calcium is an essential nutrient for health, fitness and well-being. It is needed for healthy bones and teeth. Sufficient amounts of calcium are difficult to obtain from the diet alone, especially for women of all ages. While supplements are recommended, a healthy balanced diet as well as exercise is important for menopausal women. Five Fast Facts on Calcium Supplements: 1200 mcg a... »
Do Vitamin supplements actually work?
Yesterday on The Leonard Lopate Show, WNYC on Demand, they talked about whether taking Vitamin and Mineral supplements actually helped. According to the show intro, "It may seem like common knowledge that taking vitamins is good for you, but over the last few years several studies have failed to show that vitamin supplements help prevent chronic disease or prolong life. In fact,... »