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Pediatrics
RCT
SQ-LNS reduces hair cortisol concentration in children of mothers with limited schooling
Nutrient Supplements May Lower Stress Markers in Some Children
This randomized controlled trial of 680 children in Ghana found no overall difference in hair cortisol concentration between SQ-LNS and cont…
A trial in Ghana suggests that specific nutrient supplements may lower stress markers in children whose mothers have less formal education.
Jul 4, 2026
Pediatrics
Meta-analysis
Maternal age, BMI, and irregular folic acid supplementation are associated with higher birth defect risk
Factors like age and folic acid impact risk of birth defects
This meta-analysis of 25 studies involving 26,019 cases in China identifies several maternal and environmental factors associated with birth…
New data shows how maternal age, weight, and consistent folic acid use can influence the risk of birth defects in newborns.
Frontiers
Jul 4, 2026
Nutrition & Obesity Medicine
Meta-analysis
Vitamin D improves strength and reduces injuries in dancers, while iron lowers anemia prevalence
Dancers take many supplements, but benefits are often unproven and risks remain unclear
This systematic review of dietary supplement and medication use in 654 female and 86 male professional and pre-professional dancers found vi…
Dancers use many supplements and painkillers, yet benefits are limited and potential health risks need more study before we can trust them.
Frontiers
Jun 4, 2026