Vitamins and minerals

The suggestion that calcium supplements contribute to dementia has been debunked

Calcium supplements found not to raise dementia risk

A large study has found that calcium supplements, long recommended for bone health, particularly in older women, don’t increase dementia risk, offering reassurance for the millions who take them to protect against osteoporosis.

Magnesium supplements may prevent colon cancer by boosting specific gut bacteria

Wellness and Healthy Living

Magnesium, the microbiome, and reducing the risk of colon cancer

A new clinical trial suggests magnesium supplements may boost gut bacteria that help block the development of colon cancer – but only for some people, depending on their genes and sex.

Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 found in food and as a dietary supplement

Cancer

Daily vitamin B3 dose slashes skin cancer risk by up to 54%

An inexpensive, over-the-counter form of vitamin B3 cut new skin cancers by an average of 14% in a study of more than 33,000 people. Among those who began taking a daily dose after a first diagnosis, the risk of a repeat skin cancer fell by up to 54%.

Higher vitamin D levels during pregnancy meant better learning later

Brain Health

Vitamin D levels during pregnancy impact children’s later learning

Higher vitamin D in pregnancy could mean sharper minds for kids years later. A large US study found early pregnancy may be the key window for boosting brain development, especially in children of Black mothers.