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“After 10 weeks, the investigators gave half of the rats in the fructose group methyl donor supplements (i.e., choline, betaine, folate, and vitamin B12). The rats continued the study for an additional eight weeks.”

“These findings suggest that astaxanthin reduces fatigue and improves aspects of performance. Astaxanthin is widely available as a dietary supplement but is also present in salmon and salmon roe. Learn more about salmon roe in our overview article.”

“The authors found that people who took vitamin D regularly (daily or weekly) tended to be older, have better overall health, and to take other supplements. They also had higher levels of circulating vitamin D.”

“Similarly, the mice demonstrated improved glucose tolerance after receiving the gut microbe transplants. Lastly, the researchers found that certain metabolites that play roles in glucose metabolism, including bile acids and short-chain fatty acids, increased in the feces of both groups.”

“Unfortunately, one 2012 report estimates that approximately half of all people worldwide have vitamin D insufficiency, and 1 billion have vitamin D deficiency, defined as blood levels less than 12 nanograms per milliliter The study involved 40 adults who had a positive SARS-CoV-2 RNA test; mild or no COVID-19 symptoms; and vitamin D deficiency (blood level less than 20 nanograms per milliliter).”

“Notably, improvements in mood and behavior diminished when children stopped taking the supplements but returned upon resuming treatment. Side effects were rare, with mild headaches and sweating reported slightly more often in the waitlist group.”

“Notably, improvements in mood and behavior diminished when children stopped taking the supplements but returned upon resuming treatment. Side effects were rare, with mild headaches and sweating reported slightly more often in the waitlist group.”

“Estimates suggest that 60 percent of outdoor and 64 percent of indoor athletes may have insufficient vitamin D levels (defined as less than 30 ng/ml), which may impair aerobic capacity and muscle recovery.”

“Mice received 50 milligrams per kilogram of urolithin A daily (in food) for eight weeks, rats received 50 milligrams per milliliter (in water) for 24 hours following a simulated heart attack, and the older adults took 1 gram of urolithin A (via supplement) or a placebo daily for two to four months.”

“Flavonoids are bioactive compounds found in many fruits and vegetables. Evidence suggests they exert a wide range of beneficial effects in humans, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and lipid-lowering activities, as well as counteracting insulin resistance.”