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Tips for high cholesterol in pregnancy: are there risks? Should it be lowered?

It happens to many women to end up with high cholesterol during pregnancy. Doctors, however, seem to believe there is no risk. In fact, many do not even prescribe tests to monitor it. Let's find out why it rises and what should be done to (if anything) lower it.

Omega 3, allies against PMS and period pain

The pains associated with menstruation are a bitter reality for many women. Fighting them is crucial to improving quality of life, but is it possible that pain killers are the only solution?

Breastfeeding, DHA supplements essential for vegan moms

When well balanced, a vegan diet is completely compatible with breastfeeding. However, some nutrients must be taken in the form of supplements. These include DHA, which is essential for the development of the infant's brain and eyesight.

Omega-3s may counter sudden cardiac death in dialysis patients

Sudden cardiac death, the leading cause of death in renal dialysis patients, can be prevented by Omega 3s. High levels of the polyunsaturated fatty acids in which fish oil is rich are in fact associated with a strong reduction in the risk of unexpected death from cardiac causes. 

Vitamin D could contribute to breast cancer treatment

Vitamin D could exert a beneficial role in the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer, one of the most difficult forms of cancer to treat. In fact, the vitamin appears to be able to increase levels of 53BP, a protein necessary for repairing DNA damage and controlling cancer cell proliferation. 

Turmeric to regenerate and protect neurons

Turmerone, a compound found in turmeric, can stimulate brain stem cell proliferation and promote the growth of new neurons, in laboratory animals.   

Breastfeeding: infants at risk of vitamin D3 deficiency, study reveals

Although it is considered a "perfect" food, breast milk does not contain sufficient amounts of vitamin D. Therefore, exclusively breastfed infants are at risk of deficiency, especially if they are not adequately exposed to the sun. 

Pregnancy: here's how folic acid fights malformations, gestosis, and postpartum depression

Following a diet rich in folate during the pre-conception period, pregnancy and breastfeeding is very important for the health of the woman and her baby. 

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Stroke risk decreases in women taking high amounts of Omega-3s

The findings were published in the journal Atherosclerosis1 and support the hypothesis that consumption of omega-3-rich fish may prevent stroke risk.

Breast cancer, protective mechanism activated by Omega-3s discovered

Molecular mechanism by which Omega 3 DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) inhibits the growth and spread of breast cancer cells discovered.

Fish oil boosts muscle growth from exercise in older women

A new study will examine the benefits of taking Omega-3 rich fish oil during exercise to counteract muscle loss typical of old age.

Gestation, folic acid reduces the risk of brain tumors in childhood by 32%

A new study finds that taking folic acid before and during gestation could reduce the risk of developing a brain tumor in childhood by up to 32 percent. 

Pregnancy, mercury in fish increases baby's risk of ADHD

The development of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) could be associated with a child's exposure to mercury in fish eaten by the mother during pregnancy. 

Breast cancer: omega-3s could reduce the risk by 33%.

EPA and DHA omega-3s, when taken throughout life, reduce the risk of developing breast cancer in mice by 33% and improve the likelihood of early detection. 

Maternal supplementation with omega-3 DHA reduces the risk of premature birth and low birth weight

Omega-3s in pregnancy may help decrease the risk of premature birth and underweight birth of the baby. This is shown by a study of 350 women who were given 600mg of DHA, or the same amount of a placebo substance, from before the 20th week of gestation. 

Multiple sclerosis: those born in May are most at risk

If until now your child's birth month could interest you to know his or her zodiac sign in advance, now you will have one more reason to dwell on this detail.

Breast cancer: melatonin could reduce cancer cell growth

Melatonin, the hormone involved in regulating circadian rhythms, could slow the growth of breast cancer of the estrogen-insensitive type. The 'antitumor action would be due to the molecule's ability to block the formation of blood vessels, which are necessary for cancer cell proliferation and metastasis formation.