11 interesting "health links"

I haven't had time to read any of these yet as my school takes up pretty much all my time right now. But I thought they sounded interesting so check them out if you want to:

Maternal omega-3 reduces eczema risk in children: Study

Supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy could cut the risk of babies developing eczema and egg allergies by over a third, say researchers 

http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Maternal-omega-3-reduces-eczema-risk-in-children-Study

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Animal fat and cholesterol may increase gestational diabetes risk: Study

A pre-pregnancy diet that is high in animal fat and cholesterol could almost double the risk of pregnancy related diabetes, says new research.

http://www.foodnavigator.com/Science-Nutrition/Animal-fat-and-cholesterol-may-increase-gestational-diabetes-risk-Study

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BDA supports government vitamin D review

The government’s decision to review the advice issued on vitamin D after research identified large deficiencies among high risk groups has been backed by the British Dietetic Association (BDA).

http://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Food-Safety/BDA-supports-government-vitamin-D-review

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Aged garlic reduces cold and flu severity: RCT data

Supplements of an aged garlic extract may reduce the number of days a person suffers from cold and ‘flu by 61%, says data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Aged-garlic-reduces-cold-and-flu-severity-RCT-data

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HFCS and sugar: Can your body tell the difference after all?

The body may absorb more fructose from high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) than it does from sucrose, according to a new study published in the journal Metabolism.

http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Science/HFCS-and-sugar-Can-your-body-tell-the-difference-after-all

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Fiber may boost pancreatic health: Study

Increased intakes of fiber may reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by 60%; with both soluble and insoluble forms offering benefits, suggests a new study from Italy.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Fiber-may-boost-pancreatic-health-Study

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CoQ10 may enhance anti-inflammatory potential of Med diet

Supplementing a Mediterranean-style diet with co-enzyme Q10 may reduce markers of inflammation and improve a range of health measures, including heart and joint health.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/CoQ10-may-enhance-anti-inflammatory-potential-of-Med-diet

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USDA awards $25m grant to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for E. coli research

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded a $25m research grant to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) to tackle Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) in the beef supply chain.

http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Science/USDA-awards-25m-grant-to-the-University-of-Nebraska-Lincoln-for-E.-coli-research

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Pomegranate oil-seaweed combo's weight management action pinpointed?

A blend of pomegranate seed oil and brown seaweed extract may offer weight management potential by acting directly on fat cells, says new study using the commercially available Xanthigen ingredient.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Pomegranate-oil-seaweed-combo-s-weight-management-action-pinpointed

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Sugar coated probiotics have increased survival and can reduce infection: Study

A sugary outer coating produced by probiotic bacteria could help them to survive in the good and may also offer clues to how they block some bacterial infections, say researchers.

http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Sugar-coated-probiotics-have-increased-survival-and-can-reduce-infection-Study

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More fiber may reduce breast cancer risk: Meta-analysis

Higher intakes of soluble fiber, but not other types of fiber, may reduce the risk of breast cancer, suggest findings from a meta-analysis from Imperial College, London and the University of Leeds.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/More-fiber-may-reduce-breast-cancer-risk-Meta-analysis