Drop in testosterone tied to prostate cancer recurrence
Fox Chase researchers find that men whose testosterone falls after radiation are more likely to experience a rise in PSA BOSTON, MA (October 28, 2012)—Men whose testosterone drops following…
Obese Teen Boys Have Up to 50 Percent Less Testosterone than Lean Boys, UB Study Finds
Results send “grim message” that obese teen males may become impotent, infertile adults “These findings demonstrate that the effect of obesity is powerful, even in the young,” says UB’s Dandona,…
Phthalates found in plastics linked to a 24 to 34.1 percent drop in testosterone levels among young boys
Reduced testosterone tied to endocrine-disrupting chemical exposure Phthalates found in plastics could block hormone involved in sexual, cognitive function Washington, DC—Men, women and children exposed to high levels of phthalates…
Common chemical in mothers may negatively affect the IQ of their unborn children
(Boston) -- In some women abnormally high levels of a common and pervasive chemical may lead to adverse effects in their offspring. The study, published recently in the Journal of…
Vitamin D may raise survival rates among cancer patients
Analysis finds strongest evidence of benefit in breast, colorectal cancers Washington, DC—Cancer patients who have higher levels of vitamin D when they are diagnosed tend to have better survival rates…
Exposure to chemicals in environment associated with onset of early menopause ( Cookware )
Public release date: 23-Mar-2011 Exposure to perfluorocarbons associated with lower concentrations of the hormone estradiol Chevy Chase, MD— A recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology…
Study shows probiotic Lactobacillus reuteri NCIMB 30242 significantly increased vitamin D levels
Contact: Laura Muma lmuma@foodminds.com 773-960-3960 FoodMinds LLC New study is first report of increased circulating 25-hydroxyvitamin D in response to oral probiotic supplementation Montreal, June 19, 2013 – A study…
Calcium supplements linked to longer lifespans in women
Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endo-society.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society Study finds calcium-rich diet, supplements provide equal benefits Chevy Chase, MD—Taking a calcium supplement of up to 1,000 mg per day…
Calcium supplements linked to longer lifespans in women
Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endo-society.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society Study finds calcium-rich diet, supplements provide equal benefits Chevy Chase, MD—Taking a calcium supplement of up to 1,000 mg per day…
Mild iodine deficiency in womb associated with lower scores on children’s literacy tests
Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endo-society.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society Changes in mother's diet, supplements may prevent long-term neurological impairment Chevy Chase, MD––Children who did not receive enough iodine in the…
Common osteoporosis drug slows formation of new bone
Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endo-society.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society Study results suggest combination treatments may be needed to stop bone loss, fuel growth Chevy Chase, MD––Although the drug zoledronic acid…
Stopping diabetes damage with vitamin C
2009 study posted for filing Contact: Diane Clay diane-clay@ouhsc.edu 405-271-2323 University of Oklahoma First test in humans gets dramatic results from blood sugar control and antioxidant Researchers at the Harold…
Smoking during pregnancy may impair thyroid function of mom and fetus
Public release date: 13-Jan-2009 Chevy Chase, MD—Cigarette smoking during pregnancy is associated with potentially harmful changes in both maternal and fetal thyroid function, according to a new study accepted for…
Lack of vitamin D causes weight gain and stunts growth in girls
Public release date: 10-Dec-2008 Montreal, December 10th, 2008 –Insufficient vitamin D can stunt growth and foster weight gain during puberty, according to a new study published in the Journal of…
Vitamin D deficiency associated with greater rates of cesarean sections
Public release date: 23-Dec-2008 Boston) — Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and Boston Medical Center (BMC) found that pregnant women who are vitamin D deficient are…
Aspirin-like compounds increase insulin secretion in otherwise healthy obese people
Public release date: 29-Apr-2008 Aspirin-like compounds (salicylates) can claim another health benefit: increasing the amount of insulin produced by otherwise healthy obese people. Obesity is associated with insulin resistance, the…
Vitamin D2 is as effective as vitamin D3 in maintaining concentrations of 25-hydroxyvitamin D
Public release date: 2-Jan-2008 Boston, MA— Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) have found that vitamin D2 is equally as effective as vitamin D3 in maintaining 25-hydroxyvitamin D…
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