10-1-12 CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study has outlined for the first time a biological mechanism by which zinc deficiency can develop with age, leading to a decline of the immune system and increased inflammation associated with many health problems,… Read More ›
Linus Pauling Institute
Vitamin B3 may offer new tool in fight against ‘superbugs’
“high doses of this vitamin increased by 1,000 times the ability of immune cells to kill staph bacteria” 07 SEP 2012 CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study suggests that nicotinamide, more commonly known as vitamin B3, may be able… Read More ›
Compound from hops aids cognitive function in young animals
09/22/2014 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Xanthohumol, a type of flavonoid found in hops and beer, has been shown in a new study to improve cognitive function in young mice, but not in older animals. The research was just published in Behavioral… Read More ›
Vitamin E intake critical during ‘the first 1,000 days’
“surveys show that 90 percent of men and 96 percent of women don’t consume the amount currently recommended” CORVALLIS, Ore. – Amid conflicting reports about the need for vitamin E and how much is enough, a new analysis published today… Read More ›
Increase in RDA for vitamin C could help reduce heart disease, stroke, cancer
27 JUL 2012 CORVALLIS, Ore. – The recommended dietary allowance, or RDA, of vitamin C is less than half what it should be, scientists argue in a recent report, because medical experts insist on evaluating this natural, but critical nutrient… Read More ›
Study links carcinogens to cancer stem cells – but spinach can help
29 JUN 2012 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Researchers at Oregon State University have for the first time traced the actions of a known carcinogen in cooked meat to its complex biological effects on microRNA and cancer stem cells. The findings are… Read More ›
Like curry? New biological role identified for compound used in ancient medicine
01 Jun 2012 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Scientists have just identified a new reason why some curry dishes, made with spices humans have used for thousands of years, might be good for you. New research at Oregon State University… Read More ›
Lipoic acid helps restore, synchronize the “biological clock”
07/17/2014 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Researchers have discovered a possible explanation for the surprisingly large range of biological effects that are linked to a micronutrient called lipoic acid: It appears to reset and synchronize circadian rhythms, or the “biological clock” found… Read More ›
Another mechanism discovered by which sulforaphane prevents cancer
09 Mar 2014 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Researchers in the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University have discovered yet another reason why the “sulforaphane”compound in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables is so good for you – it provides not just… Read More ›
Review: Most clinical studies on vitamins flawed by poor methodology
– “More than 90 percent of U.S. adults don’t get the required amounts of vitamins D and E for basic health,” Frei said. “More than 40 percent don’t get enough vitamin C, and half aren’t getting enough vitamin A, calcium and… Read More ›
Excess vitamin E intake not a health concern
college of public health and human sciences scientific research and advances 04/15/2013 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Despite concerns that have been expressed about possible health risks from high intake of vitamin E, a new review concludes that biological mechanisms exist to… Read More ›
Chlorophylls effective against aflatoxin
2009 study posted for filing Contact: John Mata john.mata@oregonstate.edu 541-737-6874 Oregon State University This release is available in Chinese. CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study has found that chlorophyll and its derivative chlorophyllin are effective in limiting the absorption of… Read More ›
Zinc deficiency mechanism linked to aging, multiple diseases: animals given about 10 times their dietary requirement for zinc, the biomarkers of inflammation were restored to those of young animals.
10-1-12 Media Release Zinc deficiency mechanism linked to aging, multiple diseases CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study has outlined for the first time a biological mechanism by which zinc deficiency can develop with age, leading to a decline of the… Read More ›
Vitamin B3 ( NIacin ) may offer new tool in fight against ‘superbugs’ – increased by 1,000 times the ability of immune cells to kill staph bacteria
CNO: Added Addendum 12/12/2014 at bottom of the article Contact: Adrian Gombart adrian.gombart@oregonstate.edu 541-737-8018 Oregon State University CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study suggests that nicotinamide, more commonly known as vitamin B3, may be able to combat some of the… Read More ›
Increase in RDA for vitamin C could help reduce heart disease, stroke, cancer
CORVALLIS, Ore. – The recommended dietary allowance, or RDA, of vitamin C is less than half what it should be, scientists argue in a recent report, because medical experts insist on evaluating this natural, but critical nutrient in the… Read More ›
Chlorophylls effective against aflatoxin
Public release date: 29-Dec-2009 – Aflatoxin is produced by a fungus that is a contaminant of grains including corn, peanuts and soybeans; it is known to cause liver cancer – and can work in concert with other health concerns, such… Read More ›
Natural compounds, chemotherapeutic drugs may become partners in cancer therapy
Public release date: 27-Aug-2009 – chlorophyllin kills cancer cells by blocking the same phase of cellular division that hydroxyurea does, but by a different mechanism CORVALLIS, Ore. – Research in the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University… Read More ›
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