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Immunity In Depth Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

Deficiencies in select micronutrients (vitamins and nutritionally essential minerals) can adversely affect aspects of both innate and adaptive immunity, increasing vulnerability to infection and disease. Micronutrient deficiencies are quite common in the … See more

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Micronutrients for Health Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State

WebThe Micronutrients for Health handout lists all the vitamins and nutritionally essential minerals and their functions, some common dietary sources, and the intake …

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Coronary Heart Disease Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State …

WebSummary. Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is a leading cause of heart attack and death worldwide. Consumption of nuts, legumes, phytosterols, whole grains, moderate …

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Bone Health In Depth Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State …

WebBone mass refers to the quantity of bone present, both matrix and mineral. Bone mass increases through adolescence and peaks in the late teen years and into our …

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Nutritional strategies to support your immune system

WebAs COVID-19 continues to spread, you may wonder what you can do besides the well-known behavior changes (frequent handwashing, social distancing, etc.) to protect …

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Skin Health Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebThe dermis is the inner layer of skin situated between the epidermis and other tissues of the body, such as connective tissue, subcutaneous fat, muscle, and bone. The dermis can …

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NUTRITION AND THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

WebSOURCES • Micronutrient Information Center, lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/micronutrients-health/immunity • Textbook of Medical Physiology, 9th edition.

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Pauling Recommendation Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State …

WebTherefore, the Linus Pauling Institute's intake recommendation of 400 mg/day of vitamin C for generally healthy adults takes into account the currently available epidemiological, …

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High Blood Pressure Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State …

WebWhat we know. Garlic preparations appear to have a blood pressure-lowering effect in hypertensive individuals. On average, garlic preparations reduced systolic blood …

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Vitamin B6 Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebThe Linus Pauling Institute recommends that older adults take a daily multivitamin/mineral supplement, which generally provides at least 1.7 mg of vitamin B 6. Taking a daily …

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Iodine Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebIodine (I), a non-metallic trace element, is required by humans for the synthesis of thyroid hormones. Iodine deficiency is an important health problem throughout much of the …

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Vitamin C and Skin Health

WebThe antioxidant properties of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and its role in collagen synthesis make vitamin C a vital molecule for skin health. Dietary and topical ascorbic acid have …

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Cognitive Function In Depth Linus Pauling Institute Oregon …

WebCholine and its metabolites have a number of vital biological functions (see the article on Choline) (82-84). With respect to cognitive function, choline is needed for myelination of …

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Minerals and Skin Health Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State

WebSee the Skin Health Overview article. Summary. While each essential mineral has a role in normal skin development and function, few have been studied in the context of optimal …

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Vitamin K Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebVitamin K 2. Menaquinones (vitamin K 2) are primarily of microbial origins and thus commonly found in fermented foods, such as cheese, curds, and natto (fermented …

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Choline Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebLinus Pauling Institute Recommendation. Little is known regarding the amount of dietary choline required to promote optimum health or prevent chronic diseases in humans. The …

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Curcumin Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebCurcumin is a biologically active polyphenolic compound found in turmeric, a spice derived from the rhizomes of the plant Curcuma longa Linn. Commonly consumed in Asian …

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Soy Isoflavones Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebIsoflavones are a class of phytoestrogens — plant-derived compounds with estrogenic activity. Soybeans and soy products are the richest sources of isoflavones in the human …

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Lignans Linus Pauling Institute Oregon State University

WebSupplements. Dietary supplements containing lignans derived from flaxseed are available in the US without a prescription ; secoisolariciresinol is the primary lignan in such …

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BASIC NEEDS FOR COGNITIVE FUNCTION

Web• Physical activity increases the number and survival of neurons. • Physical activity increases the volume of the hippocampus, a region of the brain

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