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Contrary to popular belief, regular intake of folic acid supplements may not prevent the occurrence of adverse cardiovascular events, such as stroke, cardiovascular mortality, and myocardial infarction.
High myocardial infarction risk is associated with individuals taking antidepressant drugs.
Regular consumption of fiber-rich foods may help to cut down the risk of developing periodontal disease.
Generous consumers of sugar-sweetened beverages may have a higher tendency of developing hypertension than rare- and non-consumers of these types of beverages.
Regular intake of beta-carotene supplements may have no preventive effect on nonmelanoma skin cancer, including basal and squamous cell carcinoma.
High intake of calcium supplements may promote the development of adverse cardiovascular events, such as stroke and myocardial infarction.
The intake of calcium supplements is linked with high risk of stroke, angina, myocardial infarction, ischemic heart attack, and sudden death.
Low incidence of breast cancer is associated with women who regularly consume cruciferous vegetables.
Regular consumption of flavonoid-rich foods, such as berries, may decrease the likelihood of developing Parkinson disease.
Alcohol consumers are more likely to develop colorectal cancer than non-consumers of alcoholic beverages.
