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ScienceBased Health provides a number of educational resources, including our monthly Staying Healthy Newsletter, monthly EduFacts scientific write-ups, nutrient glossary and scientific detail sheets (monographs) on our products. Browse these resources below.

Education

ScienceBased Health provides a number of educational resources, including our monthly Staying Healthy Newsletter, monthly EduFacts scientific write-ups, nutrient glossary and scientific detail sheets (monographs) on our products. Browse these resources below.

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Staying Healthy Newsletter

Staying Healthy Newsletter
EduFacts Scientific Write-ups
Nutrient Glossary
Monographs
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Staying Healthy Newsletter

	2024 October	A Role for Vitamin D in Cataract? Folic Acid + DHA Support Mental Function
	2024 September	AREDS2 Supplement Shows Benefit In Late Stage Dry AMD
	2024 August	New Research on Physical Activity & Botanicals for Osteoarthritis
	2024 July	Plant-Based Diet Linked to Better Quality of Life and Outcome
	2024 June	In the news: Olive Oil May Help Protect Against Death From Dementia
	2024 May	In the news:Can Vinegar Help Manage Weight?
	2024 April	Salt ‘Subs’ to Help Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure with Age
	2024 March	Vitamin D & Omega-3 in Autoimmune Disease; Healthy Salmon
	2024 February	In the news: Two Small Diet Changes Pack Potentially Big Health Impact
	2024 January	Healthier Pasta & Rice; Nutrients Linked to Brain Health
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	2023 December	Ocular Blood Flow and Glaucoma; Evidence-Based CAM Strategies
	2023 November	In the news: Exercise to Keep Blood Pressure in Check
	2023 October	Relaxation Helps Lower Eye Pressure; Daily Multi & Memory Decline
	2023 September	MIND or MED Diets: May Keep Minds Sharper & Help Protect Vision
	2023 July	Blueberries for GI and Bone Health
	2023 June	Omega-3 Levels in Blood & Risk for Diabetic Retinopathy
	2023 May	In the news: Vitamin D for Spring Allergies?
	2023 April	In the news: Kiwis Help Relieve Constipation
	2023 March	In the news: Potatoes are Part of Healthy Diet
	2023 February	In the news: Fish Omega-3 Linked to Kidney Health
	2023 January	In the news: For Better Aging: More Flavonols
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	2022 December	In the news: Vitamin D Levels Important in Osteoarthritis
	2022 November	In the news: Strategies to Prevent & Fight Gout
	2022 October	In the news: Diet and Recurring Kidney Stones
	2022 September	In the news: Update on Intermittent Fasting; Fiber Fights Antibiotic R
	2022 August	In the news: Nuts Linked to Kidney Health Polyphenols Help Gut
	2022 July	In the news: Healthy Diet for Breast Cancer Prevention
	2022 June	In the news: Pickle Juice & Muscle Cramps; Pesticides in Fruits & Veg
	2022 May	In the news: Lutein/Zeaxanthin May Bolster Memory in Older People
	2022 April	In the news: Diet and Nighttime Lights Can Impact Sleep & Health
	2022 March	In the news: Flavonoids & Parkinson's: Impact of Intermittent Fasting
	2022 February	In the news: Sugary Diets May Raise Alzheimer’s Risk
	2022 January	In the news: Vinegar Supports Mental Well-Being
	2022 July	In the news: Healthy Diet for Breast Cancer Prevention
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	2021 December	In the news: Evidence Expanding for Vitamin K’s Role in Heart Health
	2021 November	In the news: Almonds & the MIND Diet May Help Us Look & Feel Better as
	2021 October	In the news: Birth & Evolution of the MIND Diet for Brain Health
	2021 September	In the news: Flavonoids Help Fight Cognitive Decline?
	2021 August	In the news: All Types of Coffee & Tai Chi May Help Combat Fatty Live
	2021 July	In the news: Fighting Fatty Liver Disease with a Twist on The Med Diet
	2021 June	In the news: Adding Some Sardines, Mushrooms & Green Leafy Veggies Pay
	2021 May	In the news: Research Roundup: From Acupuncture for Migraine to Olive
	2021 April	In the news: Lessons from a Tanzanian Diet Study
	2021 March	In the news: Coffee May Lower Heart Failure Risk
	2021 February	In the news: Vitamins C & E and Parkinson’s
	2021 January	In the news: Support for Urinary Tract Health
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	2020 December	In the news: Two Ways to Help Reduce Stress:Meditation & the Med Diet
	2020 November	In the news: Experts Advise on Nutrients & Immunity More Flavanols
	2020 October	In the news: Vitamin C For Age-related Muscle Loss?
	2020 September	In the news: Feel Better by Eating More Flavonoids
	2020 August	In the news: Air Pollution, Omega-3s & the Brain
	2020 July	In the news: Added Spices Help Curb Inflammation
	2020 June	In the news: If You Have AMD, Does What You Eat Matter?
	2020 May	In the news: Building Resilience: Move, Keep Calm & Eat Well for
	2020 April	In the news: Cocoa for People with PAD
	2020 March	In the news: Cruciferous Veggies Might Fight Fatty Liver
	2020 January	In the news: Drink Up! New findings on coffee & Tea Health Benefit
	2020 February	In the news: Women 50+: Lose Weight to Cut Breast Cancer Risk;
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	2019 December	In the news: Health Benefits of Cranberry
	2019 November	In the news: Avocados Help Fend Off Harmful LDL
	2019 October	In the news: Shingles of the eye on Upswing
	2019 September	In the news: Meal Timing May Hold Health Benefits
	2019 August	In the news: New Frontiers in Probiotic & Prebiotic Research
	2019 July	In the news: Potassium May Play a Role in Weight Loss
	2019 June	In the news: Lutein Linked to Memory; Nutrition Plays a Role in Skin Health
	2019 May	In the news: Better Nutrient Intake & Lower Cataract Risk; Dry Eye & Depression
	2019 Apr	In the news: Low Vitamin D, Overweight and Back Pain; Cholesterol Controversy is Back
	2019 Mar	In the news: Low Omega-3 Intake; How to Store Olive Oil; Fruits, Veggies for Mental Well-B
	2019 Feb	In the news: Omega-3s Slow Muscle Loss with Disuse
	2019 Jan	In the news: Omega-3 Lowers Risk of Premature Birth
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	2018 Dec	In the news: Can Eating Leafy Greens Lower AMD Risk? Findings From the VITAL Study
	2018 Nov	In the news: Dark Chocolate May Support Some Measures of Vision and Attention
	2018 Oct	In the news: Specific Exercise & Diet Can Help Prevent Falls as We Age
	2018 Sep	In the news: Flavonoid-Rich Foods and Walnuts For Intestinal Health
	2018 Aug	In the news: Flavonoids May Benefit Cardio-Metabolic, Eye and Cognitive Health
	2018 Jul	In the news: Seafood Tied to Reproductive Benefits; Omega-3s May Benefit Family Dynamic
	2018 Jun	In the news: Can Anti-inflammatory Diets Elevate Mood? What’s the ‘DREAM’ Study?
	2018 May	In the news: Younger Women Fall Short on Omega-3s; Omega-3s & Depression in Older Adults
	2018 Apr	In the news: Diet Sodas & Diabetic Retinopathy; Antioxidant Rich Diet & Type 2 Risk
	2018 Mar	In the news: Sleeping Longer May Curb Sugar Intake; Can omega-3 Lower Glaucoma Risk?
	2018 Feb	In the news: Med Diet May Lower Prostate Cancer Risk; Med Diet and Men’s Sexual Health?
	2018 Jan	In the news: Spice it up in the New Year!
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	2017 Dec	In the news: Zeroing in on Magnesium: Recent Research
	2017 Nov	In the news: Salad Oils Aid Nutrient Absorption; Low Vitamin D Early & Later in Life
	2017 Oct	In the news: Avocados for the Mind & Vision; Flavonoids & Healthy Body Composition
	2017 Sep	In the news: Can Lutein Benefit the Brain in Children, the Middle-Aged & Older?
	2017 Aug	In the news: Combating Chronic Inflammation
	2017 Jul	In the news: Vitamin K Linked to Cataract Risk
	2017 Jun	In the news: Olive Oil Linked to Lower AMD Risk; Can Lutein / Zeaxanthin Reduce Stress?
	2017 May	In the news: Vitamin D and Statin Use; Low maternal vitamin E & Asthma
	2017 Apr	In the news: Foods & Rheumatoid Arthritis; Impact of Poor Diet on Cardiometabolic Deaths
	2017 Mar	In the news: Food & Mood Findings; New Research on Glucosamine, Chondroitin
	2017 Feb	In the news: Omega-3s in Pregnancy May Help Kids Breathe Easier; Nutrition & Asthma Tips
	2017 Jan	In the news: Tune into the ‘Med Diet’ for Better Health in the New Year
	2017 Dec	In the news: Higher Magnesium Intake Lowers Type 2 Risk in Those with High GI Diet
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	2016 Dec	In the news: Meal Timing & Potential Weight Loss; Lutein, Lycopene & Skin Health
	2016 Nov	In the news: Omega-3 + GLA May Support Kids’ Reading Ability; Folic Acid & Stroke Risk
	2016 Oct	In the news: Omega-3 May Benefit Statin Users; Vitamin D Cuts Risk of Asthma Attacks
	2016 Sep	In the news: Pre-BBQ Beer Marinade; Metformin Ups Risk of Vitamin B12 Deficiency
	2016 Aug	In the news: Curcumin Helps Fight Fatty Liver; Chocolate Worsens Acne
	2016 Jul	In the news: Gluten-Free Diet Shortfalls; “Multi” Use Linked to Better Heart Health
	2016 Jun	Recent Findings on Omega-3s & Depression
	2016 May	In the news: Vitamin C & Cataract; Overnight Fast Time in Early Breast Cancer
	2016 Apr	In the news: Magnesium & Arteries; Omega-3s & Breast Cancer Risk, Blood Pressure
	2016 Mar	In the news: Potential Pitfalls of Too Little Zinc, Vitamin D & Vitamin E
	2016 Feb	In the news: Think Positively about Aging; Higher Omega-3s & Better Cognition in Teens
	2016 Jan	In the news: Oxidative Stress in Metabolic Syndrome: Obese May Need More Vitamin E
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	2015 Dec	New Sleep Time Recommendations
	2015 Nov	In the news: Vitamin D and Brain Health: More Outdoor Time for Better Vision
	2015 Oct	In the news: Vitamin C Mimics Exercise Benefit: New Studies on Vitamin D & Health
	2015 Sep	In the news: Minerals Linked to Metabolic Syndrome: Omega-3s Slow Schizophrenia?
	2015 Aug	In the news: Interaction between Omega-3s & B-Vitamins in Brain Health
	2015 Jul	In the news: Statins & Nutrient Interactions
	2015 Jun	In the news: ‘Multi’ Use & Risk of Stroke Death: Vitamin K Supports Artery Function
	2015 May	Findings on Myopia – Call for Action
	2015 Apr	In the news: Alpha Lipoic, EPA & Weight Loss: The Sugar Debates
	2015 Mar	In the news: Recent Resveratrol Research: Rethinking High Dose Supplementation
	2015 Feb	In the news: ‘Multis’ May Cut CVD Risk in Women: Blueberries Improve Artery Health
	2015 Jan	In the news: New Findings on Vitamin D & Fish Oil in Chronic Conditions
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	2014 Dec	In the news: Vitamin D & Asthma: ‘Med’ Diet for a Healthier Life
	2014 Nov	In the news: Calcium & Colon Health: Fish Oil & Mental Function
	2014 Oct	In the news: Flavonoids & Women’s Health: Vitamin D in Diabetic Retinopathy
	2014 Sep	In the news: Magnesium for Active Women: Alpha lipoic acid & Vision in Diabetes
	2014 Aug	In the news: Vitamin C & Artery Health, Lutein & Brain Function
	2014 Jul	In the news: Green Tea & DNA Repair; Magnesium & Diabetes Risk
	2014 Jun	In the news: Folic acid & Glaucoma, Overall Diet & AMD
	2014 May	In the news: Lutein in Early AMD: Acid-Suppressors & B12
	2014 Apr	Brain Health Part 2: Culinary Culprits to Avoid
	2014 Mar	Brain Health Part I: Tips for Keeping Your Mind Sharp
	2014 Feb	Diet, Fats & Prostate Health: Trying to Unravel the Puzzle
	2014 Jan	Multi Use & Cataract Risk; Nutrients & Genetic Risk of AMD
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	2013 Dec	In the News: Fighting Depression, Multivitamins and Breast Cancer
	2013 Nov	New Lutein, Zeaxanthin and Omega-3 Research
	2013 Oct	In the News: Anthocyanin-Containing Blueberries Reign Supreme
	2013 Sep	In the News: Omega-3s & Stress, Yogurt & the Brain
	2013 Aug	Supplement Shown to Benefit Dry Eye, Relieve Symptoms
	2013 Jul	In the News: Magnesium & Heart Disease; Omega-3 & Skin Health; B-vitamins & AMD
	2013 Jun	Understanding the Results of AREDS2
	2013 May	In the News: For Brain Function: More DHA, Less Processed Carbs
	2013 Apr	Turmeric & Arteries; Lutein in early AMD; Calcium & CVD
	2013 Mar	The Mediterranean Diet, Green Tea, & Vitamin D
	2013 Feb	Zinc & Eye Health, Berries & Tomatoes for the Heart
	2013 Jan	Antioxidant Nutrients, Early AMD, & Visual Function
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	2012 Dec	In the News: Focus on Flavonoids, Vitamin D & Diabetes
	2012 Nov	In the News: “Multi” Use Cuts Cancer Risk; Flavonoids & Prostate Health
	2012 Oct	Two for the Heart: Potassium & Berry Flavonoids
	2012 Sep	Antioxidants & Cancer; Supporting Mental Function
	2012 Aug	Glaucoma: Looking Beyond Eye Pressure
	2012 Jul	In the News: Vitamin C & Exercise, Veggies & Breast Health
	2012 Jun	Getting a Handle on Blood Pressure
	2012 May	Latest Cataract Research
	2012 Apr	Food, Mood and Brainpower
	2012 Mar	In the News: Vitamin C in Heart Failure, Diabetes Risk; Vitamin D & Rhinitis
	2012 Feb	In the News: Olive Oil, nuts & Hearts, ‘Slow Carbs’ Cool Inflammation, Omega-3s Aid Weight Training
	2012 Jan	Young hearts & omega-3s; Antioxidants & Stroke Risk; Diet & genetic risk of AMD
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	2011 Dec	In the News: Omega-3s & IHD in Women; Physicians’ Supplement Use; B-Vitamins & Mental Function
	2011 Nov	Latest Research on Diabetes & Nutrition
	2011 Oct	In the News: Omega-3s & Mood, Vitamin E & Lung Health, Resveratrol & Insulin
	2011 Sep	In the News: Omega-3 & Arteries, Vitamin D & Diabetes, Multis & ‘Premies’
	2011 Aug	Tips for Aging Gracefully
	2011 Jul	Tackling Health Risks in Teens & Young Adults
	2011 Jun	In the News: Healthy Flavonoids, Vitamin D & AMD Risk
	2011 May	Omega-3 Lowers AMD Risk: Strongest Evidence to Date
	2011 Apr	In the News: Healthy Habits & AMD, Diet & Kidney Function
	2011 Mar	In the News: Berries & Vitamin D
	2011 Feb	Protecting our Brain: Recent Research
	2011 Jan	Diet, Lifestyle and Gout
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	2010 Dec	Trio of Nutrients May Help Combat Type 2 Diabetes
	2010 Nov	Eat Well & Help the Environment Too!
	2010 Oct	In the News: Blueberries & Metabolic Syndrome, Cancer Risk & HDL, Caffeine & IOP
	2010 Sep	In the News: Folic Acid & Hearing Loss, Meat & Heart Disease, B6 & Colon Health
	2010 Aug	Nutrition Support in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
	2010 Jul	Emerging Vitamin D Research: Immunity, Muscle Function
	2010 Jun	In the News: Nuts, Hibiscus Tea and Vitamin E
	2010 May	Exploring New Frontiers in Fish Oil and Health
	2010 Apr	Shingles-Fighting Strategies
	2010 Mar	In the News: Magnesium, Flavonoids and Vitamin D
	2010 Feb	In the News: Anti-aging effects of Blueberries, Omega-3s & Salt Reduction
	2010 Jan	In the News: Med Diet & Mood, AMD, & Fish Tips
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	2009 Dec	A Daily Dose of Color for Good Health
	2009 Nov	Nutrition, Aging and Telomeres
	2009 Oct	Heart-Felt Nutrients
	2009 Sep	New Findings on Nutrients & Mental Function
	2009 Aug	Dietary Tips from New Cancer Prevention Research
	2009 Jul	In the News: Omega-3s, Antioxidants and GLA
	2009 Jun	Take the Right Steps to Fend Off Macular Degeneration (AMD)
	2009 May	Drink to your Health: Red Wine and Pomegranate Juice
	2009 Apr	Four New Studies Underscore Vital Role of Vitamins & Minerals
	2009 Mar	Diabetes & Nutrition Part III: Complementary Nutrients
	2009 Feb	Diabetes & Nutrition Part II: Vitamins & Minerals
	2009 Jan	Diabetes & Nutrition Part I: New Dietary Findings
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	2008 Dec	In the News: B12 & the Brain, Omega-3 & Broccoli for Ailing Hearts
	2008 Nov	Recent Research on Diet, Antioxidants & Cataract
	2008 Oct	Let's Get Physical!
	2008 Sep	Update: Green Tea & Health
	2008 Aug	Mediterranean Diet Gains Momentum
	2008 Jul	In the News: Vitamins B6, C, & D, and the Omega-3 Fats
	2008 Jun	Staving off Stroke, & Berries for Better Heart Health
	2008 May	Anti-Glare Effects of Lutein, Zeaxanthin; Vitamin D for Artery Health
	2008 Apr	News Bites: Recent Research Findings for Men
	2008 Mar	Dietary Changes May Help Ease Pain
	2008 Feb	Four Good Reasons to Take a "Multi" Regularly
	2008 Jan	Update: Diet & Healthy Brain Function
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	2007 Dec	Spicing it Up with Healthful Turmeric
	2007 Nov	Vitamin D: Higher Levels Needed for Better Health
	2007 Oct	Healthful Eating for Better Lung Function
	2007 Sep	Fish Oil Omega-3s: New Research Findings
	2007 Aug	Strategies for a Healthy Blood Pressure
	2007 Jul	News Bites: Breast, Eye and Colon Health
	2007 Jun	Reviews Support Antioxidant Use during Chemotherapy
	2007 May	Zinc for Seniors and Magnesium for Teens
	2007 Apr	Contact Lens Wear, Dry Eye & Fatty Acids
	2007 Mar	Growing Health Importance of Dietary Flavonoids
	2007 Feb	Fending Off Mental Aging
	2007 Jan	News Bites: Meditation & Fatigue, Meeting Folic Acid Goals, B-Vitamins & Quality of Life
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	2006 Dec	News Bites: Fish as Food for the Brain & Exercise for Eye Health
	2006 Nov	Lutein and AMD: Results from CAREDS
	2006 Oct	Be Savvy about Fish Safety
	2006 Sep	Olive Oil: More Potential Health Benefits Revealed
	2006 Aug	Nutrition News Bites: Magnesium & the Mediterranean Diet
	2006 Jul	Nutrition News Bites: Weights for Women; Acupuncture for Dry Eyes; Vinegar & Blood Sugar
	2006 Jun	The Second Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS 2)
	2006 May	Nutrition News Bites: Vitamin D for Lung Health, Omega-3s for Healthier Hearts
	2006 Apr	Nutrition News Bites: Green Tea, Calcium, and Shingles-Fighting Foods
	2006 Mar	Be Wise about Fats: Lessons from the Women's Health Initiative Study
	2006 Feb	Right Nutrition and Avoiding Triggers Helps Combat Dry Eye Syndrome
	2006 Jan	2006 Jan Reversing Insulin Resistance For Better Health and Mental Sharpness
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	2005 Dec	News Briefs: Crucifers, Lung & Stomach Health; Magnesium & Bone Strength; Selenium & Joint
	2005 Nov	Be Sodium-Smart for Healthier Blood Pressure and Bones
	2005 Oct	Lowering Risk for Breast Cancer
	2005 Sep	Embracing the Mediterranean-Style Diet
	2005 Aug	News You Can Use: Vitamin C aids Lutein, Calcium Fights Polyps, Higher Vitamin D Needs
	2005 Jul	Your Diet Can Help Fight Against Cataract
	2005 Jun	Protecting our Cells with Broccoli, Green Tea, Tomatoes and Berries
	2005 May	Defending Against Diabetes
	2005 Apr	Cut Back on Red Meat for Colon Health
	2005 Mar	Spotlight on vitamin B12
	2005 Feb	Lutein, Antioxidants May Protect Skin as Well as The Eyes
	2005 Jan	Keeping the Flu Bug at Bay
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	2004 Dec	NEI AREDS Authors Advise AMD Patients To Continue Taking Supplements with 400 IU Vitamin E
	2004 Nov	Filling the Vioxx Void: From Medicines to Complementary Strategies for Arthritis
	2004 Oct	Spotlight on Taurine
	2004 Sep	Vitamin E Shown to Fight Colds in the Elderly
	2004 Aug	Food Combinations for Higher Cancer Protection
	2004 Jul	Weighing In on Low-Carb Diets
	2004 Jun	Folate Update
	2004 May	"Benchmark" Findings from New Lutein, Vitamin C Studies
	2004 Apr	Part II. Anti-Inflammatory Action Plan
	2004 Mar	Part I. Inflammation and Heart Disease
	2004 Feb	High-fat diets may speed up AMD
	2004 Jan	Antioxidants May be Beneficial in Glaucoma
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	2003 Dec	Nutritional Help For Aging Joints
	2003 Nov	Calcium and Bone Health
	2003 Oct	The Powers of Vitamin C: Research Update
	2003 Sep	Tips for Choosing a Good Multi Supplement
	2003 Aug	A Medley of Healthy Summer Foods ...
	2003 Jul	GLA and Vision-Corrective Laser Surgery
	2003 Jun	OculaRx®: Formula Update & New Name: OcularProtect®
	2003 May	A Guide to Reading Supplement Labels
	2003 Apr	Spotlight on vitamin E
	2003 Mar	Health Benefits of vitamin D
	2003 Feb	Long term Lutein Supplementation Improves Eyesight in People with Age-related Cataract
	2003 Jan	Antioxidants and Alzheimer's
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	2002 Dec	Potassium and the Risk of Stroke
		2002 Nov Tips for Storing your ScienceBased Health Supplements
	2002 Oct	B Vitamins Support Heart Health
	2002 Sep	Nutrition and Prostate Health: What's the latest?
	2002 Aug	The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Reverses its Position on Vitamin Sup
	2002 Jul	Vitamin C Helps Keep Lungs Healthy Over Time
	2002 Jun	Green Tea: Drink to Your Health!
	2002 May	Cataract: New evidence that antioxidants support lens health
	2002 April	Coping with Stress
	2002 Mar	Making Moderate Lifestyle Changes Can Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
	2002 Feb	Anthocyanins
	2002 Jan	Setting Goals for the New Year
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	2001 Dec	New Study Finds That Supplements Help People with Age-related Macular Degeneration Keep Their Vision
	2001 Oct	Diabetic Eye Disease Month
	2001 Sep	Spotlight on Folic Acid
	2001 Aug	Nutrition and Immunity
	2001 Jul	Spotlight on Lutein, Part II
	2001 Jun	Spotlight on Lutein
	2001 May	B Vitamins and Homocysteine
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EduFacts Scientific Write-ups

Vitamin D May Benefit Dry Eye; Omega-3s Linked to Lower AMD Risk

	AREDS2 Supplement Reported to Slow GA Expansion in Late AMD
	In the news: Leafy Greens & Fish in Early AMD; Omega-3s & Bleeding
	Low Vitamin D Linked to NMOSD; Is Low MPOD A Risk for Glaucoma?
	New Findings on vitamin D and type 2; Omega-3’s Maybe Optimal for Migraine
	In the news: Fatty Liver Disease, Visual Impact, & Nutritional Factors
	Eating Blueberries Cuts AMD Risk; Plant-Based Diet For QOL in Prostate Cancer
	In the news: Lower Vitamin D Linked with NIU
	Higher B1 Intake Lowers Late AMD Risk?
	In the news: Studies Highlight Key Nutrients in Maintaining Cognitive

	Ocular Blood Flow & Glaucoma Progression Vitamin E May Help Fight Fatty Liver Disease
	Isometric Exercise for Lowering Blood Pressure; Could Vitamin D Reduce AFib Risk?
	In the news: What Can MPOD in 1 relatives of AMD patients Tell Us?
	Vitamin A & Dark Adaptation in AMD; Circulating Omega-3 Linked to Lung Function
	Lowering IOP with Relaxation; Daily Multi Helps Preserve Cognitive Health
	In the news: Omega-3 May Improve Cognition in Elderly
	In the news: Identifying New Risk Factors for CVD
	In the news: Lower Risk of DR with Higher omega-3
	In the news:Vitamin D May Benefit Prediabetics

	In the news: MIND Diet Lowers Glaucoma Risk
	In the news: Flavonols May Slow Memory Decline
	In the news: Overview: Nutritional Optic Neuropathies
	In the news: Plant-Based Diet for Eye Health?
	In the news: 20-20-20 Rule Aids Computer Users Omega-3 for Dry AMD & S
	In the news: Antioxidants, Vitamin C Linked to Lower Risk of Diabetic
	In the news: Omega-3 & Blood Pressure Vitamin A & Dark Adaptation in AM
	In the news: Good News from AREDS Reports Nos. 28 & 29!
	In the news: Can Microbiota Influence Ocular Health? Vitamin D

	In the news: Higher Plasma DHA & EPA + DHA Tied to Lower Risk of Early
	In the news: COSMOS: Promising CVD Effects of Cocoa, Multivitamins Tie
	In the news: In the news: VITAL Study: Vitamin D Lowers Autoimmune
	In the news: Olive Oil Contributes to Longevity
	In the news: Do Coffee + Tea Act Synergistically to Lower Stroke
	In the news: Education lags for AREDS2 Supplement Use
	In the news: Low HDL3 Cholesterol Associated with a Higher Risk
	In the news: Flavonoids, Especially Anthocyanins, May Improve Blood
	In the news: EPA/DHA Intake Linked to Early AMD Risk

	In the news: Flavonoids Quercetin & Catechins Associated with Better
	In the news: 50th Anniversary of Landmark Omega-3 Discoveries
	In the news: Omega-3s Protect Corneal Nerve in Type 1s
	In the news: Low vitamins D & K Up Mortality Risk
	In the news: Role of Vitamin K in Vascular Health
	In the news: Egg Intake Tied to Healthy Vision New Studies on Vitamin
	In the news: Omega-3 Status in AMD offspring with ‘Foveal Dip’
	In the news: Pro-inflammatory Diets May Increase Long-Term CVD Risk
	In the news: Mindfulness Meditation Lowers IOP & Impacts Ocular Tissu

	In the news: Meta-analysis Links Vitamin D & DED; Vitamin B3 for Fibro
	In the news: Array of Nutrients May Impact Risk of AMD Progression
	In the news: AHA Advocates Diet Screening, Counseling.
	In the news: Role of Vitamin D in COVID-19?
	In the news: Pro-Inflammatory Diet Ups Risk of Crohn’s
	In the news: Covid-19 Related Topics of Interest
	In the news: “Med’ Diet & Lower Risk of Late AMD
	In the news: B Vitamins Needed for Cognitive Benefits of Omega-3 in A
	Vision 2020: doctors & scientists predict future trends in eye nutrition
	In the news: Unhealthy Eating Pattern Associated with 3-Fold Higher R
	In the news: Omega-3s & Colorectal Cancer Precursors;

	In the news: Grape & Blueberry Target Cognitive Decline
	In the news: Curcumin Benefits Endothelial Function
	In the news: Flavonoids Lower Mortality Risks
	In the news: Vitamin D Improves Allergic Rhinitis
	In the news: Genotype Doesn’t Modify Response to AREDS2 Supplements
	In the news: Supplements Stabilize Intermediate AMD?
	In the news: New Study Emphasizes CVD Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet
	In the news: Vitamins, Carotenoids & Age-related Cataract;
	In the news: NEI Study: No Evidence Calcium Raises Risk of AMD

	In the news: Nutrition Support May Work Synergistically with Anti-VEGF for Wet AMD
	In the news: Vitamin K and Retinal Health
	In the news: Sleep Apnea & Ophthalmology; Metabolic Syndrome & Cataracts
	In the news: Dietary Nitrates & AMD; Overview of Vital Study
	In the news: Overview of VITAL: Vitamin D & Omega-3 in Primary Prevention of CVD, Cancer
	In the news: Med Diet Lowers AMD Risk; RCT: Meditation Helpful in Glaucoma
	In the news: Plant-Sourced Mono-unsaturated Fats, Sleep & Risk of CVD
	In the news: Emerging Evidence For a Gut-Retina Axis
	In the news: Flavonoid-Rich Diets & an Orange a Day May Help Ke

	In the news: Anti-Inflammatory Dietary Pattern May Lower Risk of Depression
	In the news: Low vitamin D status Increases Uveitis Risk; Dry Eye Symptoms
	In the news: Omega-3 as Adjunct in Diabetic Macular Edema Treatment; Vitamin A in Children
	In the news: Omega-3s & Cognitive Decline; Diet and Diabetic Retinopathy
	Review: Potential Role of Ginkgo Biloba in Glaucoma
	Research Roundup: Recent Omega-3 Findings in Cardiovascular & Eye Health
	In the news: Role of DHA in Future Survival of Retinal Cells; Progress in Eye Scans
	In the news: Higher Magnesium Intake Lowers Type 2 Risk in Those with High GI Diet
	In the news: Genetic Tests Don't Predict Response to Supplementation in AMD

	In the news: AREDS Supplements Cost-Effective; Vitamin D Reduces Pain in Chronic Widespread
	In the news: Lutein & Artery Inflammation in CAD
	In the news: Switching to a Low-Glycemic Diet May Help Arrest AMD Development
	In the news: Inflammatory marker HLA-DR
	In the news:Vitamin B3 Prevents Disease
	In the news: Restoring B12 Sufficiency
	In the news: Multicenter Study of Lutein & Antioxidants in Chronic CSC
	In the news: Gut Microflora & AMD Risk; Ginkgo biloba & Oxidative Stress in Glaucoma
	In the news: Pediatric Dry Eye & Smartphone Use; Omega-3s Reduce Inflammatory Markers in Obese

	In the news: Myopia: Near Work vs Time Outdoors; Meta-analysis: Fish Consumption & AMD
	In the news: Long-term Multi Use Lowers CVD Risk; Retinal Vessel Caliber Marks CVD Risk
	Omega-3 Intake Associated with a Lower Risk of Incident Diabetic Retinopathy
	Do Genes Alter Response to AREDS Supplements? Study Fuels Debate; Routine Testing Still Premature
	In the news: Omega-3s & Arterial Stiffness; Affect on Hospital Stay Post Cardiac Surgery
	In the news: Vitamin D in AMD; Glaucoma & the Brain; Alpha Lipoic & RGCs
	In the news: Vitamin D & Multiple Sclerosis; Recent Findings
	Ocular Blood Flow in Glaucoma: The Leuven Eye Study
	Intake of Dietary Nitrate Associated with Lower POAG Risk

	In the news: Telomere Length & AMD: ‘Multi’ Use Linked to Longer Telomeres in Women
	In the news: Modified Med Diet Reduces Retinopathy Risk: Carotenoids Linked to Lower AMD
	In the news: Vitamin D Linked to AMD by Genetic Risk: Vitamin D Status & Glaucoma
	Glaucoma Associated With Vascular Dementia
	In the news: Carbohydrate Quality, Quantity Linked to Risk of Cataract
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	Review: Lutein & Zeaxanthin Metabolism
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	Nutrition Impacts AMD Risk & Health Costs
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	Drinking Wine Linked to Higher Omega-3 Levels
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	AREDS: 'Multi' Use Slows Cataracts
	Neuroprotection by Vitamin E in Glaucoma
	Vitamin B Trio Effective Against AMD
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	High Glycemic Index Diet Raises Risk of Early & Late AMD
	DHA and EPA May Protect Against Retinopathy
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	Risk Factors for Late AMD in Women
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	GLA: A Safe & Effective Anti-Inflammatory Omega-6 Fatty Acid
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	More Support for Lutein & Zeaxanthin in AMD Risk Reduction
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	Vitamin E Plasma Levels and Early Cortical Lens Opacities
	Serum Vitamin E Levels in the United States
	The POLA Study: Antioxidant Enzymes & Oxidative Stress
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	Maximizing Intake of Lutein & Zeaxanthin
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	Lutein Supplementation: Effect on Macular Pigment
	Vitamin E and Prevention of Cataract
	Dietary Carotenoids, Smoking, & Age-Related Macular Degeneration II
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