Overview of the Third Expert Report on Diet, Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Cancer
The impact of dietary patterns, nutrition, and physical activity on cancer development has been the topic of study by many
Entries by Nancy Turner, PhD
Multiple factors influence folate metabolism as indicated by serum levels of multiple forms
A complete picture of the various serum folate forms after the introduction of folic acid fortification of foods is now
Walnuts and their fatty acids differentially impact the gut microbiota of those at risk of cardiovascular disease
Poor diets are known to promote cardiovascular disease and newer studies have demonstrated they also have negative impacts upon the
Nutritional adequacy in plant-protein based diets is dependent on diversity of plant sources
Increasing intake of plant protein is associated with certain nutritional and health benefits, such as lower risks of cancer and
Citrulline is a major contributor to renal guanidinoacetic acid synthesis
The majority of creatine needed to support short-term energy demands, brain function, and neurological development, especially in neonates, is derived
Protein requirements to maximize anabolism in trained men is greater than current recommendations
The controversy over the amount and timing of protein intake to support anabolic responses to resistance exercise persists. The literature
Retinol isotope dilution in a super-child study design allows determination of whole body kinetics and vitamin A stores
Compartmental analyses of retinol kinetic data in animals has expanded our understanding of whole body vitamin A metabolism and stores.
Socioeconomic status is a major contributor to underweight and overweight in India
Malnutrition contributes both to underweight and overweight, and both conditions contribute to a variety of disease risks. Approximately 40% of
Maternal hematologic status at delivery can be negatively affected by prenatal zinc and vitamin A supplements
The demand for zinc, vitamin A, iron, and other micronutrients increases during pregnancy. Deficiencies in these nutrients lead to poor
Dairy cheese prevents sodium-induced vascular dysfunction by reducing superoxide levels
A high sodium intake is associated with impairments in vascular function, including endothelial-dependent dilation (EDD). Recent evidence suggests the reduction
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