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The omega-3 fatty acid, DHA, regulates dangerous molecular activity in breast cancer cells

The omega-3 fatty acid, DHA, regulates dangerous molecular activity in breast cancer cellsBreast cancer is most widespread in the western countries, and it is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women. Diet and lifestyle play a key role in the development of the disease. Earlier studies have shown that eating more oily fish or taking fish oil supplements that contain the omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, lowers the risk. A new study has shown that DHA supplements can be used as an adjuvant in cancer therapy. This particular omega-3 fatty acid inhibits the formation of some harmful molecules that stimulate the growth of breast cancer cells.

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Overview of vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids

 

Overview of vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids

Vitamins, minerals, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and Q10 are nutrients that we need in certain quantities in order to support vital body functions.
Nutritional supplements containing vitamins and minerals must be labeled in accordance with the reference values.

This overview serves as general information about the different vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids and how they work.

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THE VITAMIN AND MINERAL GUIDE

the Vitamin and Mineral Guide

Rheumatism patients in methotrexate therapy have lower mortality if their vitamin D levels are high

Rheumatism patients in methotrexate therapy have lower mortality if their vitamin D levels are highVitamin D deficiency is a common problem among patients with rheumatoid arthritis. However, if their blood levels of vitamin D are high before they start on methotrexate therapy, it lowers their mortality. This was shown in a study published in Nutrients, where the authors looked at vitamin D’s therapeutic properties. Note that the official vitamin D recommendations are too low to optimize blood levels of the nutrient.

Chronic fatigue tied Alan to his bed but Q10 capsules saved him:

Chronic fatigue tied Alan to his bed but Q10 capsules saved him "After about one week of taking the Q10 supplement I could feel a huge difference," says 23-year old Alan Piccini, who has been suffering from extreme fatigue and muscle aches ever since he was a child.

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Cholesterol-lowering without side effects:

Cholesterol-lowering without side effects:“Taking capsules with co-enzyme Q10 has freed me of the severe side effects of my cholesterol lowering medicine,” Mrs Franken explains.
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