As we do every month, we give you the latest from our favorite nutrition journal:
- Vitamin D2 should not be regarded as a nutrient suitable for supplementation or fortification (vitamin D3 is the source required).
- A study of overwight Swiss children showed that as young as six years-old, elevated concentrations of inflammatory markers were expressed. Intakes (or lack thereof) of the antioxidants vitamin E, vitamin C, and Beta Carotene were significant predictors of increased inflammation.
- Plant sterol-infused orange juice was effective in reducing CRP (C-Reactive Protein) and LDL cholesterol, both markers of cardiac health.
- In a large Danish study (43,000 men and women) over a five year period, lower waist circumference was associated with those who ate predominately fruit and vegetable carbohydrates. Higher waist circumference was exhibited in than those who ate more carbohydrates from simple sugars, added sugars, refined grains, and whole grains. In addition, lower waist circumference was found in those who ate sufficient animal protein, while there was no association with vegetable protein.
- During pregnancy, a diet emphasizing low glycemic index foods may influence favorable long-term outcomes.
- In obese, insulin-resistant persons, a calorie-restricted diet consisting of low carbohydrate, high unsaturated fats is as efficacious as the traditional low-fat diet in producing weight-loss and more beneficial in reducing markers for CVD.
- Neither decaffeinated or caffeinated filtered coffee (sans sugar or cream) has a detrimental effect on endotheial function (an inflammation marker). In fact, coffee consumption may reduce the inflammation associated with increased endothial expression.
- Higher maternal total intakes of antioxidants during pregnancy may decrease the risks for wheezing illnesses in early childhood.
Steve - I would say some very compelling studies to nosh on!
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