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Why was this study done? Vitamin C is quickly used in the body and, therefore, needs to be consumed or supplemented throughout the day in order to maintain blood levels. This study was designed to test supplementing 200 mg of vitamin C five times a day versus taking an extended release formula. What did the…
Why was this study done? Osteoporosis is a major health concern and determining the right amount of calcium supplementation is important. What did the study find? This review of studies reviews studies totaling 619 women between the age of 36-75 and found supplementation of calcium to be safe and effective for the prevention of osteoporosis.…
Why was this study done? Determining the optimal amount of fiber in the diet is a major health concern. This study was designed to investigate two different levels of fiber intake (2 grams, 11 grams) on fecal transit time (the time it takes food to move from mouth to anus). What did the study find?…
Why was this study done? Certain selenium compounds have the potential to be harmful and may arise if raw materials for supplements are not chosen wisely. This study was designed to test the toxicity of different selenium compounds. What did the study find? This study found that selenocystine was potentially toxic, but sodium selenite was…
Why was this study done? Ensuring deliverability to nutrients is of utmost importance to supplement manufacture. This study was designed to investigate a method for determining dissolution of vitamin C. What did the study find? This study presented a method for determining the dissolution of a time-release vitamin C product. Pattison T, Allen R, Ashley…
Why was this study done? Different types of carbohydrates act differently in the body. This study was designed to test the effects of different sugars (glucose, fructose) on blood sugar levels. What did the study find? The study found that consuming a fruit and fructose based meals keep blood sugar lower than those based on…
Why was this study done? Weight loss and healthy weight maintenance is a major health concern. This study was designed to test the effectiveness of a soy formula diet, calorie restriction, food diaries, behavior modification, and classroom support on weight loss efforts. What did the study find? Balanced foods, food diaries, and behavior modification appear…
Why was this study done? The importance of fiber in our diet for regularity and cholesterol control has been well studied. This study was designed to investigate the effects of a multi-fiber product on fecal volume and steroid excretion. What did the study find? Fiber supplements appear to have no effect on total fecal steroid…
Why was this study done? Discovering the right mixture of macronutrients (protein, carbohydrate, fat) in meal replacements to help maintain blood sugar levels is important for blood sugar stabilization and weight loss. This study was designed to investigate the relationship between different levels of macronutrients on blood sugar control. What did the study find? The…