Insidermedicine in 60 - November 12 2007

Description: From Boston - Beta-carotene may lower the risk of cognitive decline. In a clinical trial of over 4000 subjects followed for nearly 2 decades, those randomized to 50 mg of beta-carotene every other day did better on cognitive tests compared to those who took placebo. Protective effects were not seen in the short-term. From Alabama - Refractive errors are common in nursing homes and correcting them with appropriate glass power can have significant benefits. A study of nearly 150 nursing home ...