Optimal Diet for Offspring

From eNewsletter 2/11/2026

DID YOU KNOW that children of mothers who consume optimal vegetable intake in their third trimester scored significantly higher on several cognitive measures at eight years of age than children of mothers with lower vegetable intakes?

The suggestion of critical exposure windows for prenatal polyphenol intakes for optimal cognitive development has similar functionality to other nutrients that play roles in brain and cognitive development, such as the omega-3 fatty acid DHA. The new study was presented at American Society for Nutrition's annual meeting.

A study from American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that intake of fruit and vegetables with high pesticide residue in males is associated with adverse fertility outcomes. The remedy for this would be simple: eat organic produce.

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Preservatives and Cancer

From eNewsletter 2/9/2026

DID YOU KNOW that there were several amazing studies recently regarding vitamin D3?

Findings presented late in 2025 at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions purport that personalized vitamin D3 treatment plans for patients who have suffered a heart attack can greatly reduce their chances of another one. Researchers found that managing patients' vitamin D levels through a "target-to-treat" approach, where blood levels were monitored and dosages were adjusted to reach an optimal range, cut the likelihood of a second heart attack by 50%.

A study from Cancer, Causes, and Control found that lower vitamin D levels are a risk factor for the development of ovarian cancer. In addition, it was found that ovarian cancer patients with low vitamin D levels have a worse prognosis.

Finally, findings from JAMA Network Open support the benefit of vitamin D supplementation before or during pregnancy for reducing the risk and severity of childhood dental caries in offspring.

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Organic vs Conventional

From eNewsletter 2/4/2026

DID YOU KNOW that organic foods are often more expensive because the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers is prohibited, and production generally requires more labor?

In addition, the more organic food is researched when compared with conventional food, the more we find that it is healthier.

A study from Nutrients found higher amounts of vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, iron, and polyphenols in organic produce and animal products showing more antioxidants or fat-soluble vitamins when compared with conventional.

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