Study Looks at Impact of Low Vitamin K on Lung Function
FRIDAY, Aug. 11, 2023 -- Low vitamin K status is associated with lower ventilatory capacity and with increased odds of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), wheezing, and asthma, according to a study published online Aug. 9 in ERJ Open... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - August 11, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Vitamin K May Kickstart Healthy Lungs
THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 -- It may not get the publicity of some better-known vitamins like D, but vitamin K -- found in leafy green vegetables -- may boost lung health.
A new, large study -- published Aug. 10 in ERJ Open Research -- suggests that... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - August 10, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Another reason to eat your broccoli! Scientists discover vitamin abundant in leafy green veg might keep your lungs healthy and ward off asthma
Scientists in Copenhagen say vitamin K in leafy greens such as spinach and broccoli could help ward off asthma. They discovered people with low vitamin K were more likely to report wheezing. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - August 9, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Celery: Not just for veggie trays
Celery often is relegated to veggie trays where its built-in scoop makes it ideal for dipping. It's also used to add extra crunch to holiday stuffing, or tuna or chicken salad. But celery offers far more. Low in calories, rich in nutrients Celery is a nutrient-rich, low-calorie food. Two stalks of celery contain only 15 calories. Aside from its low calorie count, celery contains dietary fiber, vitamin K, and small amounts of vitamins A and… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - June 13, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Clinical outcomes in patients with atrial fibrillation and a history of falls using non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants: a nationwide cohort study - Grymonprez M, Petrovic M, De Backer TL, Steurbaut S, Lahousse L.
BACKGROUND: Data on non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulant (NOAC) use in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and a history of falls are limited. Therefore, we investigated the impact of a history of falls on AF-related outcomes, and the benefit-ris... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - June 5, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Ergonomics, Human Factors, Anthropometrics, Physiology Source Type: news
Vitamin E-induced Coagulopathy in a Young Patient Vitamin E-induced Coagulopathy in a Young Patient
This case highlights the risk of vitamin E-related coagulopathy due to inhibition of vitamin K-dependent factors, even at marginally increased levels of serum vitamin E.Journal of Medical Case Reports (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - May 26, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Family Medicine/Primary Care Journal Article Source Type: news
Dementia: The 76p food that could make your brain 19 years younger, 'exciting' study finds
Packed with carotenoids, vitamin C, vitamin K, folic acid, iron, and calcium, spinach could be potent at staving off dementia. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 10, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Higher dietary vitamin K intake is associated with better physical function and lower long-term injurious falls risk in community-dwelling older women - Sim M, Smith C, Bondonno NP, Radavelli-Bagatini S, Blekkenhorst LC, Dalla Via J, McCormick R, Zhu K, Hodgson JM, Prince RL, Lewis JR.
BACKGROUND: In recent years, a potential beneficial role of Vitamin K in neuromuscular function has been recognised. However, the optimal dietary intake of Vitamin K to support muscle function in the context of falls prevention remains unknown. OBJ... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - January 20, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Elder Adults Source Type: news
Warfarin Best for Thrombotic Antiphospholipid Syndrome? Warfarin Best for Thrombotic Antiphospholipid Syndrome?
Patients with thrombotic antiphospholipid syndrome appear better treated with a vitamin K antagonist such as warfarin, rather than a direct oral anticoagulant, a new meta-analysis suggests.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape FamilyMedicine Headlines)
Source: Medscape FamilyMedicine Headlines - January 10, 2023 Category: Primary Care Tags: Cardiology News Source Type: news
DOACs or Vitamin K Antagonists for Patients ≥ 85 With AF and Recent Stroke? DOACs or Vitamin K Antagonists for Patients ≥ 85 With AF and Recent Stroke?
Until recently, clinicians had little evidence to guide their decisions about the most effective and safe treatment for the oldest patients with atrial fibrillation and recent stroke.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Internal Medicine Headlines)
Source: Medscape Internal Medicine Headlines - January 3, 2023 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Cardiology News Source Type: news
Dietary Vitamin K May Benefit Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
No abstract available (Source: Lippincott's Bone and Joint Newsletter)
Source: Lippincott's Bone and Joint Newsletter - November 24, 2022 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Trends and Innovations Source Type: news
5 Myths About Thanksgiving Food —Debunked
If only the turkey on your Thanksgiving table could talk. That bird would like a word about how “exhausting” it is.
The idea that turkey makes us tired has been passed around holiday celebrations for a long time—and it’s not the only myth shared year after year. Is canned pumpkin really less nutritious than fresh? Is dousing the cranberries in sugar an absolute must?
Here, we debunk these and other myths about Thanksgiving food—so you can serve up the facts at this year’s feast.
Myth: Turkey makes you tired.
Truth: Turkey meat contains L-tryptophan, which is an essential amino acid that ...
Source: TIME: Health - November 21, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Angela Haupt Tags: Uncategorized Diet & Nutrition healthscienceclimate Wellbeing Source Type: news
Dr Reddy's, Cipla, Aurobindo units recall products in US market
As per the enforcement report by the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), the US-based unit of Dr Reddy's Laboratories is recalling 2,838 ampules of vitamin K deficiency treatment drug Phytonadione Injectable Emulsion. According to the USFDA, Dr Reddy's Laboratories is recalling the affected lot due to "failed stability specifications". (Source: The Economic Times Healthcare and Biotech News)
Source: The Economic Times Healthcare and Biotech News - October 23, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Two popular supplements can ‘interfere’ with vitamin K in the body - risk of haemorrhaging
Taking too much vitamin E and vitamin A in supplement form could have a dangerous effect on the body, an expert has warned. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 18, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
' Obesity Paradox' in AF Challenged as Mortality Climbs With BMI'Obesity Paradox' in AF Challenged as Mortality Climbs With BMI
Mortality rose with body mass index in patients with new atrial fibrillation in a GARFIELD-AF analysis, which also examined BMI effects on bleeding with NOACs vs vitamin-K antagonists.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines - August 12, 2022 Category: Cardiology Tags: Cardiology News Source Type: news
