Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Vitamin D May Decrease Autoimmune Disease Risk
Findings from a recent study indicated that consumption of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid supplements appears to diminish the risk of autoimmune diseases in older adults by 25% to 30% compared with those not taking these supplements. Researchers presented findings in a randomized, controlled trial examining the benefit of daily vitamin D supplements, omega-3 fatty acid supplements, or both supplements in preventing autoimmune disease. Read more.

Study: PPIs Beneficial in Periodontal Disease
According to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Buffalo and published in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) commonly used for heartburn, gastric reflux, and ulcers may be associated with a reduced severity of periodontal disease. Researchers attempted to determine whether there was a relationship between the use of PPIs and periodontal disease. Read more.