Food & Drink
Omega-3 fatty acid may improve sleep and reduce depression in people with lupus
Higher intake of omega-3 fatty acids seems to improve sleep quality and decrease depressive symptoms in people with lupus, according to research presented at a recent international rheumatology conference. Continue reading
Combine curcumin with black pepper to improve anti-inflammatory effects
Turmeric, a spice long-recognised for its medicinal properties, has received as much interest from the scientific world as it has from culinary enthusiasts, and now a review of the evidence published in Food highlights its key properties. Continue reading
Pro-inflammatory diet is associated with fractures in women
Women whose diets contain foods associated with inflammation may be more at risk of fracture, says research in Osteoporosis International. Continue reading
Calcium to prevent osteoporosis: new European guide
A new clinical guide clarifies the effects of calcium in reducing the risk of osteoporosis after the menopause. Issued by The European Menopause and Andropause Society (EMAS), the guide aims to raise awareness of the importance of calcium in lowering the risk of osteoporosis. Continue reading
Ability of polyphenols to reduce inflammation in arthritis should be more widely recognised, highlights research
Micronutrients called polyphenols, found in a wide variety of foods, could play a bigger part in managing arthritis, suggests a review in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. Continue reading
