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There are few things more frustrating than lying in bed, tossing and turning for hours and just wishing you would fall asleep.
And while we're told to stay off our phones and leave the day behind b...
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Your five a day portions of fruit and vegetables is not only healthy for your body - it makes you happy too, a new study found.
Levels of happiness increased for each extra portion and peaked at e...
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Mitochondria - tiny 'battery packs' that power our cells - run down with age
But eating pomegranates was found to power them up again
Chemicals in pomegranates are turned into a compound called urol...
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Do you think of charcoal as nothing more than that rank black stuff you find at the bottom of your barbecue? Well, think again.
Charcoal, it turns out, is the latest food fad. And it’s cropping up ...
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People who skip meals, eat on the go or late in the evening are less healthy than people who have regular sit-down meals with others, a study has found.
The authors of the analysis into the nutrit...
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Loss of libido, or sex drive, is a common problem affecting up to one in five men – and even more women – at some point in their life.
It's often linked to professional and personal stress, or impo...
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Eating broccoli could lower your risk of having coronary heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and several types of cancer, a new study suggests.
Flavonoids found within the 'superfood' could aid the bod...
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Taking ginger or using acupressure on the wrist may help some women with mild morning sickness, the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) says.
Its guidance suggests these thera...
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The old adage ‘breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dine like a pauper’ could be the best way to lose weight and stay healthy, Kings College scientists say.
A major review of 28 recent s...
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Women who cut their calorie intake for two days a week could reduce their risk of breast cancer, a study has found.
Researchers claim the 5:2 diet, as it's most commonly known – can lead to cancer-...
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Don't forget Fathers Day and it's Men's Health week too
Check it out via our Twitter account and Your Healthy Living Mag...
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The Mediterranean diet, with a high fat content from olive oil and nuts, does not cause people to gain weight, a major study has found.
Fear of fat is misplaced and guidelines that restrict it in o...
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Dietary fibre can be crucial in helping older people to enjoy healthy ageing, according to a new report yesterday.
Most people know that a diet high in fibre helps to keep us 'regular ' but now res...
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Stretch marks may soon fade from memory thanks to a cream which is claimed to stop them in their tracks. And its secret weapon? Green tea.
Solution for Stretch Marks is billed as the first effectiv...
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GPs dramatically slashed the amount of antibiotics they handed out last year after financial incentives were brought in to tackle the ‘time bomb” of antimicrobial resistance.
Figures announced by ...
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Eating curry at least once a week may help ward off dementia, according to scientists.
The study shows that a spice commonly used in the dish boosts brain power and protects against memory loss in ...
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The familiar problem suffered by older men of having to relieve themselves several times a night could be treated by eating more tomatoes, scientists believe.
Researchers found that a nutrient cal...
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Just when you might expect baby-boomers to be taking it easy, they are doing the opposite by hitting the gym more often than those in their 20s.
Sixty-somethings typically work out seven or eight t...
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If you have too much to do, don’t get stressed, get smug.
Research shows that busy people have sharper minds and better memories.
Scientists say that packing more into t...
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We all know that too many bags of crisps won't do any favours for our waistline because of their high fat content - and that traditional varieties are likely to be high in salt.
With so many lower...
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Almost half of middle aged men are putting their health at risk by drinking an average of 18 pints of alcohol a week.
A study has revealed 3.5 million men (44 per cent) drink nearly two and a half...
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After catching some rays on the hottest day of the year, some of us may be feeling a bit pink today.
Obviously the best way to avoid sunburn is to wear sunscreen but what if you forgot and got burn...
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"Being overweight may not be as unhealthy as it was 40 years ago," BBC News reports.
New research has found a body mass index (BMI) of 27 is linked to the lowest rate of death – but someone with a...
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More gravy? Another spud? What harm can it do, we ask, as we squeeze another morsel on to an already heaving plate. The answer, sadly, is quite a lot.
Shockingly, two-thirds of us are already overw...
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Are you feeling grouchy, lethargic and zapped of energy?
That feeling of falling asleep at your desk may be to do with your diet - and switching to energy-boosting foods could help, according to Ri...
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Here’s food for thought. Old wives may have been right about rosemary and peppermint improving your memory. It used to be said slipping rosemary into your spouse’s pocket helped them remember and keep...
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Sipping a green smoothie or munching on a low-calorie snack may well be good for our waistlines (or so we're told)... but what are they doing to our teeth?
Apparently, your super-food kick could be...
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Practising yoga could help asthma suffers breathe more easily, a new study has found.
The Cochrane Review – an international healthcare non-profit organisation – suggests yoga can improve the quali...
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There is nothing as beautiful as a shiny white smile.
Yet many of us fail to give our teeth the attention they deserve - or are unwittingly brushing our them in the wrong way.
Failing to do ...
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Metabolic syndrome is a health condition affecting about 34% of adults in the US, putting them at risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke and other diseases. Now, researchers from Oregon Sta...
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Last week Mars foods announced that popular Dolmio and Uncle Ben's sauces will be labelled as a 'once a week' treat, because of high sugar, fat and salt content, but are there other products in your t...
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Scientists have managed to grow insulin-producing cells that can be transplanted back into patients. The hormone insulin is normally produced by “beta” cells in the pancreas. When this process fails i...
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Children as young as four should be taught gardening skills as part of a bid to combat obesity, teachers have declared.
Delegates at the Association of Teachers and Lecturers’ annual conference in ...
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US researchers set out to investigate how children would respond to watching fellow youngsters eating vegetables.
As part of the study, 42 children aged between three to five-years-old were rando...
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No matter how good your intentions, when hunger strikes it can be almost impossible to resist.
Just hours after tucking into a meal, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner, that uncontrollable urge to ra...
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Vitamin D supplements may help people with diseased hearts, a study suggests.
A trial on 163 heart failure patients found supplements of the vitamin, which is made in the skin when exposed to sunl...
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How's your head for heights - not what it used to be? In an interview with Good Health, Sky News presenter Dermot Murnaghan recently admitted: 'As I've got older, I'm less keen on heights.' And he's n...
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Potatoes, fat spreads and eggs are not as bad as you think and might actually be healthy, new research has found.
With fast changing nutritional guidelines, it is difficult to keep track of the la...
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It turns out Britons are under-sleeping by an hour every night, the equivalent of a whole night’s sleep over the course of a week.
A poll of 2,000 adults found the average time we spend asleep is 6...
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Alzheimer’s disease affects women worse than men, new researcher has suggested.
Women with the form of dementia see their cognitive abilities decline more dramatically than men at the same stage o...
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Health experts are urging the public to check the level of salt in the food they consume, as adults eat more than a third of their recommended daily ammount.
While the levels of sodium intake have...
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A crash diet lasting just eight weeks can reverse type 2 diabetes, experts have found.
Even people who had suffered with diabetes for a decade saw their condition eradicated after they restricted t...
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People who cycle, walk or catch the train or bus to work keep more weight off than commuters who travel by car, a large UK study has found.
The results come from 150...
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For millennia, men and women have existed on the Earth courtesy of the life-giving properties of our neighbourhood star without needing to be told by officialdom that too much sun is bad for them. In ...
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The over-zealous policing of school lunches is making children's diets worse because "aggressively healthy" rules encourage them to snack on forbidden treats, Annabel Karmel has suggested.
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A vitamin pill can improve the behaviour of unruly teenagers, a study claims.
Schoolchildren given a supplement containing a mix of vitamins, minerals and omega-3 for 12 weeks were better behaved ...
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Living close to a supermarket is something you may associate with an unhealthy lifestyle.
Little travel is required, snacks and comfort food are readily available and, in today’s world, shops are o...
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There has been a "shocking" rise in the salt content of food and seemingly healthy soups contain more than a portion of takeaway pizza, a study has found.
Despite dozens of firms signing up to a...
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Cheering news for those with a sweet tooth - a recent study has found that regular chocolate consumption is associated with better cognitive function.
According to the study, published in the jo...
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Fertility experts are warning man that using a mobile for as little as an hour a day is "cooking sperm" and lowering level significantly.
The new study shows that having a mobile phone close to ...
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There are "shocking" amounts of sugar in some hot drinks sold in High Street cafes, a campaign group has warned.
Action on Sugar analysed 131 hot drinks and found a third contained at least as much...
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Women under 65 today will spend almost a third of their lives in retirement, new figures show.
The length of time pensioners can expect to live once they reach milestones in old age, based on fi...
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Older people in England are living longer than ever before, a report from Public Health England says.
Figures show that for those aged 65, men can expect to live for another 19 years and women a fu...
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Yawns are twice as "catching" in women as they are in men, a study has shown.
The finding can be explained by the fact that women are the more empathic sex, say researchers.
Growing eviden...
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Heart attack rates in the UK have fallen by up to 42 per cent since the 2007 smoking ban, major research suggests.
A review of 77 studies found that reduced exposure to passive smoking has cause...
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Women experience heart attacks differently to men meaning potentially deadly symptoms go undetected for longer, a charity has highlighted.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the world...
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Doctors are investigating whether there really is a link between the weather and pain.
Patients with chronic conditions such as arthritis often report that their symptoms are worse when the day is ...
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A thriving digestive system has the power to give us all the good things we desire: dewy, blemish-free skin, strong hair and nails, bouncy energy, restful sleep, relief from ailments - even a trim wai...
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AS THE winter weather sets in, and more and more of us are struck down with colds and flu - we’re constantly in search of something that can cure those pesky sniffles. Could this simple ingredient be ...
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When it comes to protecting the eyesight, spinach beats carrots. But the pipe does no good at all.
Move over, carrots – a new study suggests that the vegetables that really help one’s eyesight are le...
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Foods marketed as "healthy" can lead to weight gain, a study has found.
Researchers suggested that "healthy food" labels may be “ironically contributing” to the obesity epidemic rather than reducin...
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Come January, the number on the scales has crept up and most of us are looking to slim down.
According to nutritionist Rob Hobson, most of us are jeopardising our dieting efforts by making simple m...
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Parents are being urged to sign up for a free app which tells them the sugar content of food and drink.
The "sugar smart app", from Public Health England, works by scanning barcodes and revealing ...
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Christmas can be a time when many of us overindulge, but we don’t always consider that what we do to our bodies on the outside can affect us on the inside.
Certain festive foods and drinks, such as...
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UK experts are backing the call for flour to be fortified with folic acid - a move which they say would have prevented about 2,000 cases of serious birth defects since 1998.
The failure to fortify ...
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Eating fish could help prevent middle-age spread.
In what will be welcome news for those who are planning to ditch their diet over Christmas, it seems that fish oil can melt away unwanted fat.
R...
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The combination of caffeine and sugar in energy drinks cause teenagers' blood glucose and insulin levels to 'spike', new research warns.
Adolescents who consume the popular drinks may suffer subseq...
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There is now a new way to eat chocolate, in the form of a pill, which is healthy and even calorie-free, according to research.
The coca extract in the nutritional supplement, which includes the com...
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The number of UK adults living with diabetes has risen by more than 65 per cent in 10 years.
Almost 3.5 million people were diagnosed with diabetes between 2014 and 2015, according to an analysis o...
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Pupils who eat a healthy breakfast every day are more likely to perform better in school, research shows.
Those who start the day with cereal, bread, dairy or fruit were twice as likely to do well ...
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The pressure to juggle careers, children and, often, caring for elderly parents is driving soaring levels of workplace stress among middle aged professional women, a leading psychiatrist has warned.
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Standing on an overcrowded train clutching a packed lunch might seem like an unfortunate part of daily working life, but new research suggests it might actually be doing us some good.
The real s...
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Playing online games that exercise reasoning and memory skills could have major benefits for older people, a wide-scale study has found.
Researchers at King's College London discovered that ment...
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This sweet liquid gold made by the alchemy of bees has been valued as a natural sweetener long before sugar became widely available and its benefits go beyond its delightful taste. Honey is truly exce...
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People who ate large amounts of fruit and veg in their early 20s were found to be a quarter less likely to have blocked or restricted arteries in their 40s.
Having arteries partly blocked by plaque...
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Lifeplan are pleased to launch two new products to market this month.
Cholasitrol is a unique supplement with proven health effects for cholesterol and the heart.
DiabLow is a unique vitamin, mi...
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You may as well sit down to hear this: standing up at work is no better for you than resting on a chair.
That's the conclusion of a new study by British academics, who looked at the health statu...
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In advice that could have come straight from the Ministry of Silly Walks a new study recommends walking at varying speeds as the best way to burn calories.
The study has found that sudden change...
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On Friday 25th September staff at Lifeplan held a coffee morning with cakes to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer.
Two hundred pounds was raised and the staff enjoyed their mid morning treat...
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It’s long been associated with good health, reducing the risk of heart disease and some cancers, and now the Mediterranean diet has been linked to staving off depression,
A new Spanish study involv...
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Nearly half of youngsters are addicted to their tablets and smartphones, according to parents in a new poll.
Some 47 per cent of mums and dads said their children spend too much time in front of...
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A Mediterranean diet - with added olive oil - can reduce the risk of breast cancer in women by two-thirds, a study has suggested.
The diet, which involves a combination of food groups from cou...
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A Mediterranean diet - with added olive oil - can reduce the risk of breast cancer in women by two-thirds, a study has suggested.
The diet, which involves a combination of food groups from cou...
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A mug of hot chocolate a day could slash the risk of a heart attack in the next 10 years by 31%.
Plant-based nutrients called cocoa flavanols were found to improve the function of the heart as age...
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Schoolchildren should be taught how to wash their hands to tackle the growing threat of drug resistant bacteria, say health officials.
Draft National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidel...
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Retired people use their leisure time to become healthier by sleeping and exercising more and ridding themselves of work-related stress, according to new research.
The study contradicts common beli...
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Just 25 minutes of brisk walking a day can add up to seven years to your life, according to health experts.
Researchers have found that moderate exercise could halve the risk of dying from a h...
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Giving the elderly vitamin D tablets with their meals-on-wheels helped to prevent serious falls, research shows.
Housebound patients who received daily supplements with their hot dinners were half ...
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Sad friends will not bring you down but upbeat moods are contagious a new study has shown.
Researchers at the universities of Manchester and Warwick studied 2,000 teenagers to see if their socia...
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Want a house free of bugs? Ban pets - and dry dishes with paper towels. Oh, and NEVER do the washing-up by hand!
How doctors protect their families from infection
Everything we touch and the ai...
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Only one in four Britons drink enough water and four million have not drunk a glass in over a week, research suggests.
Less than a quarter of adults regularly drink the recommended two litres of w...
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Awake or asleep, moving or sitting still, your back is at work. As a result, back pain can be one of the most debilitating illnesses. Eighty per cent of us experience back pain in our lives, according...
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Imagine a kilo of sugar - the large bag that you might buy in a supermarket.
It's a lot, isn't it? But that's exactly how much sugar the average adult consumes in a fortnight. Teenagers have even m...
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An estimated one in four adults are affected with knee problems
The majority of them are 50+ and many seek treatment for their pain
Around 60,000 end up having an arthroscopy, where debris is '...
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Sugar - it tastes great, and we all enjoy a sweet treat every now and then. But modern life and knowledge means we all think we know the truth about its health benefits (or lack thereof).
Sally No...
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We all know the rules, drummed into us by cancer charities every summer: stay out of the sun in the middle of the day, slap on high-factor sunscreen and don't overdo the sunbathing.
But according t...
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Osteoarthritis, which causes swollen and painful joints, reducing mobility, affects 8.75m people in the UK
Eating healthily and exercising can prevent the onset of the disease
Oily fish and avoc...
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Walking briskly at two miles per hour, exercising away 845 calories a week and limiting alcohol to two drinks a night can halve the risk of heart failure scientists have found.
Adults who walked...
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"The fear of not sleeping can drive some to place extreme controls on their life"
Dr Guy Meadows is the clinical director of The Sleep School, pioneering the use of acceptance and commitment the...
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Temperatures are rising across Europe and while the sun is out so are the health warnings.
Heatwaves can have a profound effect on the body beyond sunburn - it can be deadly.
The earliest, and...
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New research challenges belief that blueberries are ultimate health berry
Blackcurrants have six to eight times the concentration of antioxidants
Researchers found the British berries can also b...
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1. You’ll start the day better
Being woken up gradually by the sun’s natural light switches off melatonin, the hormone that stimulates sleep. This improves your energy and mood without the “fight o...
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New research has suggested that the best way to lose weight is to drink plenty of red wine.
The research, from Washington State University, showed that an ingredient found in grapes, berries and re...
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Eating fruit and vegetables could boost the chance of having a baby - but men are much "lazier" than women at taking such advice, researchers have warned.
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A glass of tomato juice a day could help ease menopausal symptoms, according to researchers from Tokyo Medical University.
They found that drinking 200ml of the juice twice a day for eight weeks ha...
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WITH her dewy complexion, smooth skin and glossy hair Tonia Buxton looks a decade younger than her 47 years.
However the chef doesn’t attribute her youthful appearance to expensive creams or A-list...
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A campaign is calling for new blood donors in England and Wales following a 40% drop in fresh volunteers in the past decade.
NHS Blood and Transplant says 120,000 fewer people joined the blood dono...
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Office workers should abandon their chairs for half their working day to reduce their risk of heart attacks, cancer, or diabetes, according to new guidance recommending people spend at least two hours...
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A recent study by the charity Action On Sugar found many children’s so-called “healthy” snacks contain the same amount of, or more than, the sugar found in a similar serving of sweets.
And worry...
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Two of the UK's most popular brands of sunscreen lotion do not offer as much sun protection as they claim, according to the consumer organisation, Which?
It is advising consumers not to buy the pro...
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Do you feel irate before the working day has even started? Then you should consider swapping your car or train journey for a bike ride, according to new research
Britain's roads don't always app...
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Probiotics, the friendly bacteria found in yogurt, can ease hay fever, according to research.
The findings are based on a new analysis of 23 studies involving more than 1,900 people.
Doctors at ...
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If you think green smoothies are having a moment, you need to keep up. Charcoal is the new black when it comes to hot new ingredients that boast supposedly life-changing health benefits – and it’s pop...
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The European Parliament is set to vote on whether calorie labels should be put on all alcoholic drinks.
Mandatory labelling is needed to inform consumers and help halt rising rates of obesity, say ...
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The fashion for large wine glasses has fuelled a rise in the number of ‘invisible’ calories people are inadvertently consuming through alcohol, the chair of the Royal Society for Public Health has war...
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From meat to mushrooms, carrots to cheese, many of us buy the same foods every week.
But the good news is you don't need to be munching on lettuce leaves day in, day out, to achieve a healthy diet...
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Nearly half of young people are suffering from neck or back pain because of the ‘sedentery epidemic’ which is sweeping Britain and the rise in laptop technology, health experts have warned.
The ...
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A source of cholesterol and salmonella outbreaks – no wonder eggs have been vilified for years. But the days of going to work on an egg may well return. Sales of eggs in the UK rose by 2.4% in 2014. T...
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Being wrenched from sleep an hour early, when the clocks go forward, can feel like being rudely awoken in the middle of the night. Despite the light spring mornings and the rousing peal of our alarm, ...
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Are you guilty of eating lunch at your desk, or emailing someone sitting right next to you?
You're not alone, as new research found four out of 10 office employees walk for less than 30 minutes a d...
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It's the new superfood that's been steadily gaining popularity, especially with nutritionists and those in the know.
Better known as algae or seaweed, kelp is now being touted as the latest nutri...
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Switching to a healthy diet can reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke in the over-40s by up to a third, research has shown.
Scientists measured blood pressure, artery health and heart disease...
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Patients visiting their GP surgery with long-term health problems such as asthma and high blood pressure could be given an appointment with an in-house pharmacist instead of a doctor, according to rad...
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The first trial of its kind finds that adopting a healthy lifestyle to protect the brain can have a dramatic impact on mental decline.
Adopting a healthy lifestyle may reduce the risk of dementia...
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What are the dangers of not washing hands?
Bugs (microbes) such as bacteria and viruses can easily be spread by touch. They may be picked up from contaminated surfaces, objects or people, then p...
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Breakfast is meant to be a healthy way to start the day – but not if you’re consuming some of the most common cereals.
New research from Action on Sugar has found that 14 out of 50 cereals contain ...
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Experts say good posture makes you appear more confident and healthier
Studies show that women have 20 per cent worse posture than men
Follow these fail-safe tips to improve your posture
W...
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As books that give answers go, there’s one classic that often gets overlooked – the dictionary.
So next time you’re wondering whether a £10 tub of the latest miracle food can really stave off canc...
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Doing just 30 minutes of exercise five times a week could drastically reduce the chance of contracting illnesses including breast cancer and dementia, a new study has claimed.
The report, based ...
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Controversial new research has suggested that official warnings against the consumption of saturated fats like those found in butter and full-fat milk are based on flawed evidence and should not have ...
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Your Healthy Living magazine offers you a chance to win a twin pack of Lifeplan high strength Joint Action Ultimate.
Check it out in the new February issue - out now...
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Scientists have discovered that the fruit – found in a daily glass of red wine – and peanuts both contain a wonder anti-oxidant called resveratrol.
The compound, which protects cells against damage...
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Recently, I carried out an informal survey among the people I know who practise yoga, asking what benefits it had brought them.
At least half mentioned that yoga has helped them to sleep better.
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Yoga can be a natural anti-depressant remedy and can boost mental health
Significantly higher levels of amino acid GABA are reported in yoga fans
Low amino acid GABA levels are associated with d...
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Teenagers should have a “screen-free” hour before bedtime, experts have said, after new evidence suggested too much exposure to TVs, smartphones, tablets and computers can affect their sleeping patter...
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A potentially alarming figure that emerged in the UK news last week was that “1 million” UK adults may have been wrongly diagnosed with asthma – a claim reported in various forms by BBC News, The Guar...
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A campaign to publicise stroke symptoms saved 4,000 people from long-term disabilities, according to Public Health England.
The Act Fast campaign highlighted the fact that problems with speech and ...
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Eating well doesn’t just boost your strength – the nutrients in food are also excellent fuel for the brain. US scientists have discovered that a handful of walnuts a day can help improve your memory. ...
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Ten minutes of exercise a day reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke
Charity survey finds Britain's diet and exercise habits are deteriorating
Nearly half of adults do no moderate physical activ...
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The many perils of parenting include accusing ones child of putting it on when their complaint is genuine.
Certainly, a robust response would seem entirely appropriate when he (or she) refuses t...
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The popularity of cosmetic surgery in the UK plummeted in 2014, figures show.
The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (Baaps) said there had been 45,406 surgical procedures last year ...
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It has been proven that eating fruit and vegetable helps stave off infections and diseases while increasing protection against cancer and promoting overall health.
However, The National Diet and Nu...
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Doctors could spot twice as many heart attacks in women by using a newer, more sensitive blood test, a study claims.
The test looks for minute traces of a protein that signals that the heart muscle...
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You can keep your skin looking youthful by eating orange fruits and vegetables like sweet potato and carrots.
They contain fat-soluble antioxidants, which protect important structures, including col...
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ALL pregnant women and children under the age of five in Scotland could be given free vitamins under radical plans to improve the nation’s health.
Expectant mothers and young children would recei...
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Sunshine protects people from bowel cancer by boosting their immune system, a new study has found.
Vitamin D is known as the “sunshine vitamin” because it is produced through the skin’s reaction to...
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Most women would agree that tottering along in a pair of killer heels can result in sore feet, painful ankles and a bad back.
But a new study suggests that wearing high-heels of at least three-a...
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New research indicates that cooking food bombards us with more energy than can be easily dealt with, and that eating raw food actually burns up calories. So is it time to throw away the cooker?
I’m...
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Supplements rich in DHA from fish oils might slow mental decline
The omega-3 fatty acid helps nerve cells communicate with each other
It is found in reduced amounts in people with Alzheimer's di...
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Porridge could actually save your life, according to new research.
A 25-year study of 100,000 people in the US found people who ate the cereal regularly had been protected from heart disease.
Th...
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Parents should cut back on the amount of sugar in their children’s diets by swapping sweetened foods such as ice cream for healthier alternatives like yoghurt at mealtimes, according to a new governme...
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Although ‘intermittent fasting’ is the technical term, 5:2 — or the Fast Diet — is not really fasting, in the sense that you have to go without food altogether. A more accurate description would be ‘i...
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According to Arthritis Research UK, there are around 200 different musculoskeletal conditions, which together are responsible for one in five GP visits.
Arthritis is the term used by doctors to de...
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WindAway - activated charcoal to help with the build up of intestinal gas.
Read more http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2873754/Could-charcoal-help-beat-festive-bloat-bizarre-new-health-...
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The festive season is here and, for many of us, that means drinking more - and more often - than we're used to. And that often leads to one thing: a hangover.
Indeed, alcohol consumption increases ...
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Millions of people at risk of vitamin D deficiency should be given free supplements, according to health chiefs.
Experts warn 10 million people across England may be low on the vitamin, leaving the...
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It is often said you are what you eat – but when you eat it may be just as important.
Researchers claim we are not designed for three meals a day – and having longer periods of little or no food co...
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Brazil nuts can boost a woman's fertility: Natural antioxidant found in nuts, red meat and seafood improves chances of conceiving
Selenium, a natural antioxidant, plays a key role in conception
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People in Northern countries like Britain need around 5 to 30 minutes of sunshine on their arms, neck & head a few times a week to generate sufficient Vitamin D, but rarely get enough in Winter.
Da...
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Angelina Jolie, David Beckham and Elton John have all sported milk moustaches to persuade us to drink enough to keep our bones strong. Milk contains a range of nutrients, including calcium, phosphorou...
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Omega-3 supplements can help smokers quit the habit, according to research.
Taking the fatty acid reduces the craving for nicotine, scientists found.
Smokers who were given omega-3 capsules ever...
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Fruit juice should be removed from the recommended list of healthy things to eat daily because it is confusing for parents, say campaigners.
Action on Sugar found many children's juices contain at...
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FROM almond milk to organic honey, here is a list of healthy food swaps to help you keep the pounds off this winter....
As winter sets in and we pull on extra layers it can be easy to hide our heal...
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A Japanese mushroom could hold the key to killing the virus that causes cervical cancer.
The Human papilloma virus (HPV) is a common, and highly contagious, infection that affects skin and the mois...
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2. TAKE YOUR VITAMINS
Research has found supplementing your intake of vitamin C and zinc may help ward off viruses. This could be done naturally through fruit and vegetables such as broccoli, meat,...
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Did you know the average glass contains as much sugar as three Krispy Kremes or a bar of Dairy Milk?
Just one serving contains the equivalent of seven teaspoons of sugar.
That’s more than The Wo...
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Scientists at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have found that both tea and citrus fruits and their juices can dramatically lower risk of developing the deadly disease.
Their study reveals that ...
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Cocoa can help to slow and even reverse age-related memory loss, according to a study pointing to the previously unknown mental benefits of the chocolate ingredient.
Scientists believe that flavano...
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Something that is good for us can also be bad for us. It may sound illogical, but it's why one week we can read that something is a universal panacea only to become a powerful carcinogen the next.
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Scientists say they have identified the underlying reason why some people are prone to the winter blues, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
People with Sad have an unhelpful way of controlling t...
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New figures show the number of children in hospital suffering from Vitamin D deficiency have tripled in four years, as experts say parents should ensure young children take a supplement daily.
Pa...
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Drinking too much coffee can radically reduce a man’s ability to father children, a study has found.
Men who drank two or more cups of strong coffee a day had just a one in five chance of becomi...
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MILK and cheese have been linked to countless diseases including breast and prostate cancer. Now nutritionist Mel Wells asks, is it time to go dairy-free?
For years we've been soaking our cereal in...
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Consumption of sugary soda drinks such as cola and lemonade may be linked to accelerated DNA ageing, say researchers who have studied the impact of the drinks in more than 5,000 people.
High-sugar ...
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A glass of red wine, a handful of peanuts or a nibble of chocolate could protect against osteoporosis.
Resveratrol, a natural compound found in red wine and grapes, mulberries, cocao powder and pea...
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Eating a Mediterranean diet rich in olive oil could help reverse symptoms which can lead to heart disease, research has revealed.
A study found people who followed a diet of fruit, vegetables, fish...
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Animal therapy
Many parents of children with autism have noticed that their children respond better to animals than people.
In 2012 Marine Grandgeorge and colleagues at the Univesity of Br...
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He won his battle against throat cancer more than ten years ago.
Now Geoffrey Boycott has revealed his strategy for preventing the illness reappearing – taking 16 different vitamins and supplements...
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AS SCIENTISTS reveal that drinking honeysuckle tea could ward off flu SADIE NICHOLAS looks at other plants, herbs and flowers which promote good health
GINGER
For centuries ginger has been know...
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Eating well is increasingly become the preserve of the rich, according to a study showing that the price gap between healthy and unhealthy foods is widening.
Products officially designated as healt...
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Addicted to coffee? Scientists say its down to your genes, including four new variants associated with the way you break down your favourite brew
Can't live without your caffeine fix? Blame your ge...
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“The brain can be trained to prefer healthy food over unhealthy high-calorie foods, using a diet which does not leave people hungry,” reports BBC News.
It reports on a small pilot study involving ...
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According to new research, clocking up 7.6 hours of sleep every night will cut down our chances of taking sick days - just don't skim over the quality vs. quantity issue
As reported in the Independ...
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Every day, one in 20 of us will develop a headache, making them second only to backache as the most common cause of pain.
Meanwhile, as many as eight million Britons suffer from migraine — severe h...
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More must be done to curb the nation's sugar intake to reduce the "costly burden" of tooth decay, experts have said.
People should get no more than 3% of their daily calories from sugars, experts s...
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Switching from driving a car to walking or cycling to work improves our wellbeing, a study suggests.
Active commuters felt better able to concentrate and under less strain than when travelling by c...
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You might not know what it is, but collagen is key when it comes to keeping your skin youthful and wrinkle-free
Up your vitamin C intake
A study published in the American Journal of Nutrition fo...
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Knee pain can start from an injury to even the smallest part of your knee and can arise from overuse in childhood or adulthood.
One of the most common reasons for severe pain in this joint is infl...
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Shamp-eww! Gwyneth Paltrow stops washing her hair as she follows bizarre new beauty trend
THE latest celebrity craze sees the A-list ditching the shampoo and embracing their natural tresses in the ...
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British researchers drew conclusions after analysing diets of 1,800 men
Eating five portions of fruit and veg a day also decreased risk by 24%
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, previously linked to...
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The sea contains most of the world’s iodine. This mineral which is essential for a healthy thyroid gland, was discovered in 1811 by Bernard Courtois. Yet long before this, from about 1600BC, Chinese h...
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Taking the bus or walking or cycling to work is linked with a healthier bodyweight, a study has found, leading experts to say government policy should focus on reducing use of the car.
The effec...
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Gut bacteria could govern dietary choices, cravings and eating behaviour
Bacteria sends signals to the body, encouraging it to consume the food on which the microbes thrive
Some bacteria feeds o...
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Practicing hatha yoga three times a week could boost your brainpower, researchers have found.
Researchers studied over 100 over 55s.
They found after just eight weeks sedentary older adults' pe...
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A Downing Street task force could be set up to examine GPs' misuse of antibiotics, it has emerged, as a survey shows nearly half admit to handing them out to appease pushy patients.
The survey o...
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Older people who have a severe vitamin D deficiency have an increased risk of developing dementia, a study has suggested.
UK researchers, writing in Neurology, looked at about 1,650 people aged ove...
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Lifeplan's Daily One is a high strength multi vitamin and multi mineral supplement. Especially suitable for those who lead busy and active lives. It is particularly rich in the Vitamin B complex which...
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All women with diabetes should take fish oil pills during pregnancy, say British scientists investigating the link between blood sugar problems and low levels of two important fatty acids.
The exp...
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In the Mirror today and online see Lifeplan's organic Aloe Vera Gel recommended in their 11 summer health essentials:
Summer is no doubt the best time of the year - it's carefree season, time to g...
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Probiotic yogurts and supplements may lower blood pressure and could cut the risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke by a fifth if eaten regularly, according to a new study.
Researchers found ...
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Daily Mail: The health risks associated with vitamin D deficiency are far more severe than previously thought – yet the demands of modern life mean we’re getting less than ever before. Three of the la...
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The ex-Surgeon General of the USA believes that diet and lifestyle are the key to ensuring that our ever-improving bodily health doesn't mean we 'outlive our brains'
"The good news,” says Dr Richa...
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Did you know that just 10 cherries can make up one of your five a day? They are nutritious and help fight disease and other illnesses. Helping you to sleep, serving as a kind of pain-relieving aspir...
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The pills, which contain omega 3 fatty acids, can ease the crippling pain that blights the lives of millions.
Scientists’ discovery – tested on mice – means that sufferers from osteoarthritis could...
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Taking 20 minutes of exercise three times a week could drastically reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s, research shows.
Cambridge scientists say that even getting off the bus one stop early and walking ...
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Beer is being hailed for its health benefits and vitamin levels
Research suggests drinking beer might help prevent Alzheimer’s
Hops have 'aphrodisiac-like qualities' and could balance hormones
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Tests showed that a specific type of cocoa stops clumps of proteins from building up in the brain and damaging nerve cells – causing the disease to progress.
Lavado cocoa is full of polyphenols, an...
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Eating plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains helps prevent people from developing more than one chronic disease, new medical research shows.
The world-first research conducted by the U...
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Parents should ban juice from the dinner table, experts warned yesterday.
Children should be given only water or milk and should not expect sweet drinks all the time, according to senior government...
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Watercress, spinach and chicory are the most nutritious vegetables you can eat
A new league table shows the nutrient density score of fruit and vegetables
Scores based on percentage of a person’s ...
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The Local Government Association, which represents councils in England and Wales, wants the EU to strengthen labelling rules.
Katie Hall, of the LGA’s Community Wellbeing Board, said: “Our concern ...
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They contain powerful cancer-busting chemicals, experts at Newcastle University have found.
The natural compounds, known as polyacetylenes, protect the plant from attack by pests and diseases. Th...
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Diets that involved fasting - such as the 5:2 - can reduce cholesterol, according to a new study.
Researchers found fasting reduces cholesterol levels in people with pre-diabetes over an extended per...
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Strawberries are rich in antioxidants, which may lower blood pressure by relaxing the endothelium, the lining inside blood vessels. Relaxing the endothelium widens the arteries, reducing pressure.
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Victoria Beckham turned forty this year but with her glowing skin and svelte frame, she's looking younger than ever.
So how does one half of the world's most powerful A-list couples, mother to four ...
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A substance found in tomatoes relieves impairment of blood vessels, which may explain why people who eat a Mediterranean diet have a notably reduced incidence of cardiovascular disease, according to a...
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The belief that a good night's sleep boosts memory has been shown in countless tests.
But up until now, direct evidence has been lacking on how exactly sleep strengthens the brains' neural connecti...
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The lowdown on a new six-week intermittent fasting programme that promises to get you in shape for your holiday.
http://wellbeing.uk.msn.com/diet/the-52-fast-beach-diet-explained...
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People who eat three slices of white bread a day are more likely to be overweight or obese, a study has found.
Researchers in Spain found graduates who ate three slives of white bread per day were...
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http://www.express.co.uk/news/health/478412/How-to-beat-Alzheimer-s...
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Statement prepared by the Health Food Manufacturers' Association (HFMA) in response to the positive outcome to the glucosamine Judicial Review hearing in the High Court
Graham Keen, HFMA Executive Di...
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Personal trainer Scott Laidler guides you through the ups and the downs of ten commonly available products
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/men/active/10830596/10-useful-supplements-and-what-they-can-do...
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Gluten DOESN'T cause bloating - but 'healthy' foods such fruit, pulses and sweeteners do, doctors claim
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2632723/Gluten-DOESNT-cause-bloating-act...
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http://www.itv.com/news/update/2014-05-12/over-half-of-parents-failing-to-give-essential-vitamins/...
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Taking Folic Acid is also recommended
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2615985/What-woman-eats-BEFORE-pregnant-affects-childs-health-life-Milk-green-veg-protein-effect-genes.html...
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthadvice/10796274/Cherry-juice-key-to-a-good-nights-sleep.html
Easy to take capsules are available from Lifeplan...
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Vitamin D link to prostate cancer: Men with deficiency at greater risk of developing aggressive form of the disease
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2617426/Vitamin-D-link-prost...
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Honey for small cuts & grazes
Small grazes or cuts can become infected, especially in hot climates where bacteria can flourish.
For centuries honey has been used to treat skin wounds and burns ...
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Low dietary intake of seafood linked to cognitive decline - Medical News Today: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/276040.php#.U15o-V9bziw.twitter …
Omega 3, 6 & 9 £4.69 for 30 capsules
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http://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/471670/Could-fish-oils-help-children-with-ADHD...
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http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2599894/Could-popular-arthritis-supplement-key-longer-life-Glucosamine-extend-life-8-years.html...
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http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/you/article-2596068/Health-Notes-This-weeks-issues-advice.html...
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http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2587862/Could-MUSHROOMS-prevent-cervical-cancer-Fungi-extract-kills-virus-causes-disease-slows-tumour-growth.html
Lifeplan’s Shiitake Mushrooms are popular i...
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One a day nutritional supplement of vitamins, minerals and herbs for men.
Special offer - buy today and get 3 for 2...
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One tablet a day is all you need.
Glucosamine is a chemical that's already in your body naturally. As people age, those levels possibly drop and taking glucosamine in a supplement has been found to m...
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Flaxseed Oil vegetarian capsules are particularly suitable for those whose diets exclude fish or for those allergic to fish products...
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With a strange name but proven weight loss effects, Glucomannan will be available very soon from Lifeplan. This flavourless powder can be simply sprinkled onto your meal or added to fruit juices or sm...
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A recent study published in the the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has found that lactobacillus rhamnosus has the potential to alter brain chemicals which may help in the treatment of...
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A new two-year study is being carried out as researchers believe that a daily 10p vitamin pill could prevent millions of people being struck down by Alzheimer’s disease.
Research has already found th...
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Lifeplan have just launched a new product to their Special Formula range designed for healthy eyes! Eye C provides Lutein, Bilberry, Zeaxanthin, Grapeseed and Goji berry together with vitamins and min...
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Are you always reaching for the cough sweets and lozenges when you get a sore throat? Then always being disappointed that they didn't work!
Well Goldenhills have just launched Manuka Lozenges which a...
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Learn all about the Active Honey Company's great range of products by following this link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBltSmrX-bI
The video features expert advice plus testimonials from satsif...
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The type of Vitamin B12 in most tablets is in the form of cyanocobalamin. This is a synthetic form which is not as bioavailable to the body as another Vitamin B12 form called Methylcobalamin. This for...
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Please note that Lifeplan are closed from Tuesday 24th at noon, until the 2nd of January 2014. The last shipment before the end of the year will be on Monday 23rd December 2013.
Lifeplan would like...
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The active honey company are currently offering a special offer on all of our Active Honey range- Buy One Get One Free!
Your free pot will be added into your shopping basket at checkout
Whilst stock...
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The daily mail have reported that Rainforest Honey may help skin ageing with customer feedback claiming that it took ten years off them!
Lifeplan stock all varieties of the honey ranging from 10- 40+...
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Grandma Vines Antiseptic Gel has been given some great reviews at MadeForMums which has scored it 4 stars out of 5!
MadeForMums is the UK’s biggest professional review site for baby products, with h...
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"Look" out for Eye C! A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition this month reports that Lutein and Zeaxanthin can help to reduce the risk of cataracts.
The carotenoids Lutein and Zeaxanth...
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Lifeplan have just launched Man Power a vitamin, mineral and herbal supplement designed as a pre-conceptual and reproductive health product.
Man Formula contains the important antioxidants Vitamin C,...
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Lifeplan already sell Glucosamine in tablet and capsule form, but have added a gel to their range for people who don’t wish to pop pills!
Joint Action Glucosamine Gel is an easy to apply massage gel...
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Latest research has shown that the popular spice Ginger, may help to combat against colon cancer. This disease is one of the most commonest in the UK killing on average 50 people each day.
The stud...
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Latest research has shown that Conjugated Linolenic Acid may have a protective effect on the intestines that are affected by Coeliac Disease.
A new study has shown that taking CLA supplementation m...
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Latest research published this month in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that Vitamin C supplementation can help to reduce blood pressure.
Taking Vitamin C at a dose of 500mg dail...
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Recent research by the University of East Anglia has indicated that an increased dietary intake of selenium with vitamins C and E could help decease the risk of developing pancreatic cancer by up to t...
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Now available 10+ Manuka Lozenges to help soothe and heal a sore throat.
These lozenges contain pure UMF graded honey which have been specially prepared...
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Lifeplan have just launched Beta Glucan 200mg, a popular supplement that helps to maintain a healthy immune system and plays a role in cholesterol lowering too! This supplement provides 1,3 and 1,6 Be...
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Kiwiherb Comfrey Ointment has been featured in a woman...
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Lifeplan, a UK owned supplements company who have been producing vitamins and mineral products for nearly 30 years are sponsoring the British Canoeing team at the London 2012 Olympics. The company are...
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Lifeplan are now on facebook and twitter!
So for news and latest promotions on our products search for Lifeplan Products Ltd on Facebook and Lifeplanproduct on twitter!
http://www.facebook.com/?re...
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Lifeplan have just launched Alzaid- a great formula providing the B vitamins, B6, folic acid and B12.
The product is based upon one that was used in a recent study which showed that B vitamins coul...
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Suffering from a touch of the winter blues? Well look no further as Lifeplan have just borught out RA to cheer you up!! Named after the ancient Egyptian sun god, Ra, who was worshipped for his power a...
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Lifeplan have just launched Aloe Vera Gel!! This cooling, soothing and softening gel is a life saver for dry skin and may be suitable for conditions such as Eczema and Psoriasis. Also, it helps burns,...
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ACTIValoe® is a premium quality aloe vera juice recently launched by Lifeplan. ACTIValoe® is like no other aloe vera juice available as it is manufactured using a synergy of scientifically developed p...
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Kiwi herb is a range of Organic and Wild Crafted Herbs manufactured in New Zealand. Formulated by one of New Zealand's leading herbalists, the range includes traditional herbal products, many of which...
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The American Heart Association recommends that people should consume 1000 mg/day of the omega-3 fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), to promote heart health with h...
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According to the BBC's Health News (26/06/06) young children in Bradford, UK are being given free vitamin D supplements after research by Dr Shirley Brierley indicated that many were deficient in the ...
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The UK's Education Minister, Alan Johnson, has recently announced new minimum nutrition standards for school food to ensure healthier eating throughout the school day. Meals high in salt, fat and sug...
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Alpha Galileo revisits an article published in 2005, regarding raspberries and antioxidants. According to this article, raspberries may have ten times more antioxidants than tomatoes or broccoli and...
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According to a study, performed at four Japanese hospitals, Pycnogenol (French Maritime Bark) has analgesic effects which can help to reduce inflammation which causes cramping pain during menstruation...
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A shortage of vitamin D can lead to type 1 diabetes and cancers of the breast, bowel and prostate. This was the stark warning from a Belgian scientist at the European Congress of Endocrinology, held ...
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A US-based research group has found that an adequate intake of vitamin D lowers the risk of colon, breast and ovarian cancer by up to 50%. They are urging governments and public health officials to re...
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A research group based in the UK have found that a mother's vitamin D status during pregnancy is associated with the bone health of their offspring at nine years old.
It has previously been establi...
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A UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) survey, has found a growing awareness among consumers towards healthier eating. More Brits are taking an active interest in food, particularly by checking the labels ...
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According to an article due to be published in the January 2006 issue of the journal Chest, fish oil supplements can help prevent exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) in people who suffer from a...
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Research in the US and the UK has found that the amount of omega-3 fatty acids consumed during pregnancy may influence the child's intelligence, fine-motor skills and propensity for anti-social behavi...
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Dark coloured berries like blackcurrants and boysenberries, which are rich in polyphenolic compounds, may be particularly effective in preventing the oxidative damage to neuronal cells which character...
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American researchers have found further evidence that a diet rich in magnesium may lower the risk of colon cancer, but not rectal cancer.
Aaron Folsom and Ching-Ping Hong from the University of Min...
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Essential fatty acids are all the rage at the moment; you can’t seem to open a health magazine or switch on the t.v without seeing an advert for a supplement which will help to boost your brain power ...
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Henry C Lukaski and colleagues from the US Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in North Dakota, US, have investigated the link between the mineral zinc and physiological responses. They have found th...
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At the 97th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer, amongst the poster presentations was one by Dr Rebecca Lui and her colleagues from the University of Michigan, US. It outlined experi...
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Epidemiological data extracted from the Japan Collaborative Cohort Study for Evaluation of Cancer Risk (JACC) shows an inverse association between the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and the consum...
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High intakes of phylloquinone (vitamin K) could reduce the risk of osteoarthritic hand and knee problems by up to 40%, according to research at Boston University School of Medicine, Massachusetts, US....
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Carol Johnson and colleagues from Arizona State University, US, have found that vitamin C depletion is linked to lower fat oxidation but not weight loss, in overweight men and women on a calorie contr...
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Survival rates five years after a first diagnosis of congestive heart failure are only 35 - 50%. Previously in vitro studies have suggested that vitamin D may suppress proinflammatory cytokines and i...
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Although the exact nature of its role in preventing Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is not fully understood, there is ample experimental evidence that curcumin (from the curry spice turmeric) binds to amylo...
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Dutch researchers have found that people who consume more polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) and vitamin E are 60% less likely to suffer from motor neurone disease (MND).
It is thought that seven ...
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Two articles published in a recent issue of the Journal of Nutrition have looked at the ability of certain compounds found in soybean products to reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. In one, d...
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An article in the International Journal of Cancer (2006, 118 (10): 2559 - 2566) provides information on the relationship between fruit and vegetable (F&V) intake and the risk of developing gastric and...
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Scientists from the US Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have discovered that inadequate intake of choline may be linked to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, dementia and cancer.
Choline...
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A team of scientists in Italy have discovered the sleep hormone melatonin in the skin of certain red grapes. Meanwhile scientists in Spain have identified how grape polyphenols reduce LDL cholesterol...
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Osteoporosis is estimated to affect half of all women over the age of 50. Now, new Chinese research has shown that high doses of soya isoflavones can help reduce bone loss in early post-menopausal Ch...
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A group of scientists based at the University of Adelaide in Australia and the Wellington School of Medicine and Health Sciences in New Zealand, found that giving children with type-1 diabetes folate ...
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New research at the University of Sydney in Australia suggests that the fatty acids found in fish can help reduce the risk of developing age-related maculopathy (ARM), a condition which affects the ey...
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According to a review by Orafti, Belgium (a producer of prebiotics containing inulin and oligofructose), there is evidence to suggest that these prebiotics may improve bone health and that long-term s...
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Dr Zulf Mughal and colleagues at Saint Mary's Hospital for Women & Children in Manchester investigated the prevalence of hypovitaminosis D among 51 healthy adolescent girls attending a multiethnic inn...
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News sources this week are full of corny headlines about vindaloo curries and headaches cures! This is because a study funded by the Scottish Executive, UK, has found that salicylic acid, a compound ...
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A Japanese study has found that consumption of green tea is linked to a lower risk of death due to all causes and due to cardiovascular disease, but no link was found between green tea consumption and...
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Women who get adequate amounts of vitamin E during their pregnancy may help to lower their offspring's risk of developing asthma. It is thought that this may be because vitamin E is closely involved ...
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A recent study led by Dr Halcyon Skinner, now based at the University of Wisconsin, US, using data collected by Harvard University, suggests that the consumption of vitamin D supplements could substan...
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Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) and inulin are soluble dietary fibres that are commonly used as fat and sugar replacers. These ingredients promote the growth of beneficial intestinal microflora population...
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Several news sources report on a small study of 279 women all with breast cancer. It seemed to show that serum levels of 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D (1,25-(OH)2D3) were significantly higher in patients wi...
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Maria Hedelin and colleagues from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have found frequent consumption of fatty fish may offer men some protection against prostate cancer. Her study is published online...
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Research by the US National Cancer Institute has found that a high consumption of soya based foods during childhood could reduce the risk of developing breast cancer later in life by up to 58%.
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I have been so delighted with Grandma Vines Antiseptic Gel and Hand Cream.After nearly two years of spending many pounds on various creams and lotions – the infected eczema outbreaks on my hands, have...
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In this week's British Medical Journal, Dr David Wald and his co-authors point out, that if it worked, increasing folic acid intake would be a cheap and easy way to reduce heart disease. However, dif...
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French researchers have found that the probiotic bacterium, Lactobacillus acidophilus, eases intestinal pain in rats. It is thought that this bacterium may help relieve the pain of irritable bowel sy...
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A study by a research group at the Copenhagen University Hospital in Denmark has found that a diet rich in olive oil reduced bloodstream levels of 8-oxodG (8-oxodeoxyguanosine), which is a marker for...
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Supplements of folic acid may prevent age-related hearing loss in older men and women, says a new double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial from the Netherlands.
The study, published in th...
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The blood levels of beta-carotene are tied to the total level of antioxidants, not solely to the carotenoid itself, says a new study that may help explain discrepancies in the science about the nutrie...
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Supplementation of soy isoflavones to ease the symptoms of the menopause like hot flushes does have an effect, according to a meta-analysis from Australian researchers.
The researchers, led by Laur...
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Dietary supplementation with the prebiotics inulin and oligofructose reduced the build up of fatty plaques associated with atherosclerosis, reports an animal study from France.
Writing in the Briti...
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A multivitamin and mineral supplement boosted the birth weight of children born to undernourished women, says a trial from India, results that could have lifelong implications for the offspring.
Th...
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US researchers applied the risk assessment methodology used by the US Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) to derive the safe Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) for vitamin D3. They found that according to ...
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Older people taking folic acid supplementation had improved memory and ability to process information, as well as a slower rate of age-related cognitive decline, says a study from the Netherlands.
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Researchers in the US have found that plant derived omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid may improve bone health. However it would appear that the ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 is of prime importance. Therefo...
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A combination of calcium plus vitamin D during weight loss in overweight and obese women could improve blood cholesterol levels, says new research from Canada.
Researchers from the University of La...
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Consumption of >30g of fibre a day could reduce the risk of developing breast cancer in pre-menopausal women by 52%. No link was found between fibre consumption and breast cancer risk in post-menopau...
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While it is generally understood where vitamin A is stored in the body and what its function is, it has remained a mystery how it is delivered to the cells that need it. Now US research has led to th...
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Folic acid seems to have been in the news a lot recently and this week is no exception. To the list of already well established benefits of this vitamin, should be added a 33% reduction in the incid...
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An increased intake of folate by diet and supplements may halve the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, suggests new research from the US.
Writing in the Archives of Neurology, lead author Jose...
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Supplementation of soy isoflavones to ease the symptoms of the menopause like hot flushes does have an effect, according to a meta-analysis from Australian researchers.
The researchers, led by Laur...
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Magnesium supplements during adolescence, a key time for bone formation, boosted bone health in 120 girls in the US - research that suggests the mineral could have long-term benefits.
There are two...
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Daily high-dose omega-3 supplements were found to decrease the severity of symptoms associated with ankylosing spondylitis, a chronic disease that mainly affects joints of the spine and hips.
The s...
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The decline of mental function that naturally occurs with age may be increased by falling selenium levels, suggests new research from France.
The epidemiological study, published in the current iss...
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Chromium picolinate as a nutritional supplement for diabetics does have a significant positive effect on blood sugar, insulin, and cholesterol levels, says a new review.
Chromium is an essential tr...
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Two new meta-analyses of previous research results suggest that vitamin D could offer protection against breast and colorectal cancer. Both analyses were carried out by a large team of cancer preven...
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An American study led by a team of cancer specialists at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle has investigated the relationship between serum selenium levels, smoking habit and prostate...
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A diet rich in the plant omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) reduced blood pressure by up to six per cent, says new research from Greece.
In the UK alone, there are an estimated 10m people with hype...
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A major Europe-wide study reports that a synbiotic supplement comprising the prebiotics inulin and oligofructose, and a mixture of two probiotics, successfully reduced several markers of colon cancer....
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Scientists have reported that daily supplements of calcium and vitamin D, which have long been linked to improving bone health, may also reduce the risk of stress fractures during exercise.
The res...
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A diet rich in vitamin A (retinol) may cut the risk of stomach cancer by 44 per cent, suggests a prospective study from Sweden.
The study, which analysed dietary data from over 36,000 women and 45,...
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Barry Halliwell and his colleagues at the National University of Singapore have published more details of their on-going work on the relationship between zinc and the formation of atherosclerotic plaq...
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Selenium supplements may reduce the risk of heart disease by inhibiting the oxidation of LDL ("bad") cholesterol, suggests a small study from Italy.
Writing in the Journal Nutrition, Metabolism and...
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Increased intake of omega-3 fatty acids may cut the risk of colorectal cancer in men by a whopping 66 per cent, but only in men not taking aspirin, suggests new research.
Omega-3 has been identifie...
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Scientists at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and the USDA's Human Nutrition Research Center at Grand Forks have carried out research on mice which suggests that increasing daily coppe...
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Increased intake of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are linked to increased bone build up in young men, says a new study.
"This was the first study to investigate the ...
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Previous studies have focused on the health benefits of the fruit and fruit juice of pomegranates (Punica granatum L). Now, researchers in Beijing, China, have found that in animal experiments an ext...
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Increased intake of soy isoflavones significantly reduced the risk of prostate cancer amongst Japanese men by as much as 50 per cent, says a new study.
"To our knowledge, this is the first prospect...
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A study presented this week proposes a mechanism by which omega-3 intake could have a bearing on a person's mood and outlook.
In the past, animal studies have found that raising omega-3 intake lead...
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Widely featured ahead of their airing on UK television on Thursday (15/03/07) are the results of a study on four overweight youngsters by Professor Basant Puri, from the Division of Clinical Science a...
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A combination of garlic supplements and vitamin C reduced blood pressure back to normal levels in people with mildly elevated levels, says a pilot study.
"Combinations of garlic and vitamin C are a...
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Pycnogenol, which is derived from the bark of maritime pine, which grows along the south west coast of France, already has a patent on its use to reduce pre-menstrual and menstrual pain. It has previo...
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The elderly currently make up 10 per cent of the global population - a figure that is expected to double by 2050, placing increasing demands on public health systems and medical and social services.
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High intake of vitamin D and calcium from the diet and supplements may cut the risk of colorectal cancer by over 30 per cent, suggests a new study.
A growing body of studies is reporting protective...
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People with high cholesterol levels and taking statins reduced their frequency of major cardiac events by about 20 per cent when supplemented with the omega-3 of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), researche...
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A team of Japanese, Bangladeshi and Kuwaiti researchers has reported that dietary supplements of chitosan cut weight gain and cholesterol levels in rats.
The researchers randomly assigned 25 young ...
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Arterial calcification, a process of hardening of the arteries, may be inhibited and even reversed with supplementation with high-dose vitamin K, suggests an animal study.
Atherosclerosis, known as...
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Scientists from the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Alabama, US, have reported a mechanism by which curcumin, the active ingredient in the turmeric spice, may protect against cancer....
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Increased bloods levels of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA could "postpone" age-related cognitive decline that may precede dementia and Alzheimer's disease, suggest two new studies.
An increasi...
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More than 30 per cent of US children under the age of 18 take some form of dietary supplement, new research has revealed.
American children are regularly meeting their nutrient requirements w...
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For women suffering from the symptoms of the menopause, there are a number of alternatives to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that can relieve night sweats, hot flushes, mood swings and depression, ...
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Omega 3 may help counter the effects of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), it has been suggested.
The British Dietetic Association (BDA) has pointed out that people suffering from depression ...
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Calcium may block the spread of breast cancer, a new study suggests.
Research presented in the October 1st issue of the American Association for Cancer Research''s journal, Cancer Research, s...
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Two women who replaced their conventional make-up with natural beauty products as part of an experiment changed their regular routine as a result, it has been reported.
A study conducted by t...
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Creatine and linoleic acid supplements may heighten the effects of weight training in older people, new research suggests.
Scientists from McMaster University monitored the effects of the sup...
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Levels of arsenic in the blood can be lowered by taking folic acid supplements, new research has shown.
A study by scientists at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health has discov...
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Vitamin supplements can be a savvy way of minimising eye bags and dark circles, it has been claimed.
A new report in the American Chronicle suggests that bags beneath the eyes can be caused b...
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Researchers in the US have advised that omega-3 fatty acids are a key part of a well-balanced diet during pregnancy.
Following warnings from the US Food and Drug Administration and the US Env...
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Stress at work could place people at increased risk of depression, a new report finds.
According to findings published in the American Journal of Public Health, some five per cent of the 24,...
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Vitamin D deficiency is linked to an increased risk of cancer, researchers have told attendees at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research, with results from a clinical trial...
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Omega-3 supplementation of children with learning and behavioural problems led to significant improvements, adding important data to this high profile subject.
A number of studies have reported sim...
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Older people with low levels of vitamin D may be at increased risk for poor physical performance and disability, suggests a new study highlighting the need for better targeting of the vitamin to the o...
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Vitamin K2 can stop hardening of the arteries and in some cases may actually reverse it, according to new research.
Hardening, or calcification, of the arteries is a key risk factor in heart diseas...
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Regular use of plant sterol esters in capsules improved blood lipid levels and may reduce heart disease risk, says a new study said to be the first to examine the efficacy of sterols in capsules in hu...
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Dietary supplementation with conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) increased lean body mass, adding to previous studies supporting the weight management potential of the ingredient.
The randomised, double...
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A new human study has shown that Xangold lutein and zeaxanthin ingredient is effective at boosting eye health of those with early-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
The LUNA (LUtein Nutr...
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Folic acid supplementation is best known as a means of protecting unborn children against birth defects, but research suggests that it could also be beneficial to adults and significantly reduce their...
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Ginseng may help patients suffering from cancer-related fatigue, according to researchers based at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, US.
Researchers with the North Central Cancer Treatment Group (NCCTG) have...
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A diet rich in omega-3-rich has beneficial effects on heart rhythms, and may offer protection against fatal abnormal heart rhythms, suggests a study from Greece.
Omega-3 fatty acids have been linke...
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Consumption of omega-3 fatty acids and omega-3 rich fish could slash the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by 40 per cent, says a new study.
The new study, published in the ...
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A combination of fish oil supplements and exercise led to reductions in fat mass by about 1.5 kg, as well as improving heart health markers, says a new study from Australia.
The study adds to an ev...
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Premenopausal women who consume higher amounts of calcium and vitamin D may lower their risk of developing breast cancer by almost 40 per cent, new research suggests.
But post-menopausal women may ...
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31/05/2007 - Increasing omega-3 fatty acid intake in the diet at the expense of omega-6 fatty acids may boost bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in life, if a new study in mice can ...
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Ensuring an adequate intake of Vitamins C and A is vital to the maintenance of healthy skin in winter, according to the British Skin Foundation (BSF).
BSF spokesperson Indy Rihal said that th...
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A team of authors led by Lois Smith from Harvard Medical School, Boston, US have collected data from experiments in mice which suggest that omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent abnormal blood vessel g...
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Allan Conney and colleagues from Rutgers University, New Jersey, US, have found that low to moderate amounts of caffeine, along with exercise may prevent UVB (sunlight) induced skin damage that could ...
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Research published by the Soil Association has highlighted the threat posed by a new strain of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) which has developed amongst intensively farmed pigs,...
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The B-complex vitamins and Vitamins C and E are among the supplements that are associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to recent research.
At the 48th Annual Confere...
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A simple vitamin deficiency may be the cause of many of the side effects of diabetes, a study suggests. Researchers found people with the disease expelled thiamine - vitamin B1 - from their bodies at ...
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Dietary ascorbic acid (vitamin C) but not vitamin C supplements may reduce the risk of oral cancer by almost 50%. However high intakes of alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) and beta-carotene (a vitamin A ...
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Three pieces of research this week focus on prostate cancer and the way in which certain items in the diet might help reduce the risk of developing this type of cancer. Broccoli and cauliflower, alrea...
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According to the web site of Oregon State University, vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin which is essential for blood clotting. It was discovered in the 1930s and functions as a cofactor for the carbo...
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Honey could reduce some of the symptoms of ageing, recent research suggests.
Scientists in New Zealand discovered that diets incorporating honey could counteract problems associated with advan...
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Honey could reduce some of the symptoms of ageing, recent research suggests.
Scientists in New Zealand discovered that diets incorporating honey could counteract problems associated with adva...
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We have been supplying the All Blacks with a full range of Thermastraps, Elastastraps plus Percutane during their six month preparation for the World Cup Rugby in October. They particularly like the T...
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Ensuring an adequate intake of Vitamins C and A is vital to the maintenance of healthy skin in winter, according to the British Skin Foundation (BSF).
BSF spokesperson Indy Rihal said that the...
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Chinese scientists have found that supplementing overweight hypertensive individuals with omega-3 oils improved the elasticity of the large arteries. Hardening of the arteries has been linked to adve...
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Vitamins and minerals can improve verbal learning and memory in school children, according to new research.
A team of European scientists conducted a 12-month study involving 780 children, in...
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Stress is a contributing factor in a number of human diseases, new research suggests.
Psychologist at Carnegie Mellon University Sheldon Cohen found that stress is a factor in a number of chr...
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Mary Gamble and colleagues from Columbia University, New York, US, have found that folate supplementation of individuals with a low plasma folate status who have been exposed to arsenic in drinking w...
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Make-up containing natural ingredients may help alleviate acne in adult women, a member of the British Association of Dermatologists (Bad) has advised.
Nina Goad, member of Bad, suggested tha...
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As cold and flu season gets into its stride, people considering an autumn break have been advised to pack the multivitamins.
One sector website has claimed that taking a supplement can be a s...
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The long chain polyunsaturated (n-3) fatty acids found in fish oil can have a positive effect on infant development, new research shows.
Carole Thivierge and colleagues from the Rowett Resear...
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Vitamin C and lineolic acid could help counter the effects of ageing on the skin in females, new research suggests.
According to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutritio...
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The period just before falling asleep is when beneficial cardiovascular changes occur, new research has shown.
Scientists from Liverpool John Moores University have discovered that blood pres...
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A number of vitamins and minerals can help maintain eye health, it has been suggested.
Writing in the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Paul S Anderson, doctor of naturopathic medicine and associat...
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A lack of vitamin D may worsen chronic pain, a new study has suggested.
Researchers from Minnesota found that people who suffer from chronic pain often exhibit low levels of vitamin D in the ...
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Women should seek out beauty products that incorporate natural ingredients, a sector association has advised.
The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (Babtac) has recommende...
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Chinese herbal remedies can be used as an antidote to menstrual cramps, new research suggests.
A team of researchers from Cochrane found that women who cannot take the non steroidal anti-infl...
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New research into the health benefits of garlic could lead to the standardisation of garlic supplements, it has been reported.
Hydrogen sulphide, produced when garlic''s active ingredient all...
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American researchers have found that moderate consumption of red wine or red grape juice may help to protect humans from common food borne pathogens, without harming beneficial probiotic bacteria.
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Malin Böttcher and colleagues from Linköping University in Sweden found that the maternal consumption of omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy and breastfeeding may lower the risk of the child developi...
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Antioxidant pine bark extract pycnogenol boosts nitric oxide production, new research suggests.
A study published in the October edition of Hypertension Research shows that the plant extract ...
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Surgery patients have been advised to enquire about the potential of honey to help heal wounds.
A research review published in the International Journal of Clinical Practice suggested that pe...
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British GPs are prescribing antibiotics too commonly, new research suggests.
A report from the British Medical Journal indicates that doctors are prescribing antibiotics for coughs, colds, so...
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Vitamin E may help counter heart disease linked to type-2 diabetes, it has been suggested.
New research published in the journal Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases found that d...
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Vitamin D may decrease the risk of advanced breast cancer, new research suggests.
Scientists from the University of Southern California, the Wake Forest University School of Medicine and the ...
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Elderly people should not suffer skin conditions such as eczema in silence, it has been advised.
Nina Goad, a spokesperson for the British Association of Dermatologists, said that older peopl...
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Sleep deprivation may have a negative effect on mental health, a new study has suggested.
Research published in the journal Current Biology indicated that lack of sleep, while not solely resp...
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A number of vitamin supplements may help relieve the effects of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), it has been advised.
Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, nutritional therapist Clare Jo...
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Vitamin D supplements are advisable for renal transplant patients, a new study indicates.
A group of researchers led by Bettina Ewers at Copenhagen University Hospital in Herlev discovered th...
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Pregnant women who take fish oil supplements may decrease their child''s risk of allergies, a new study indicates.
According to an investigation conducted by scientists from Sweden''s Linkopi...
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In June 2007, the Board of the Food Standards Agency recommended to Health Ministers the fortification of a food (bread or flour) with folic acid in order to reduce the number of pregnancies affected...
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The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition has asked for approval of its paper on selenium and health which updates the previous assessment made by the Committee on Medical Aspects of Food and Nut...
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A majority of respondents to a recent survey stated a preference for natural cold remedies over prescription medication, it has been reported.
In a poll of US adults conducted by Booth Resear...
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Vitamins may help maintain the lung health of smokers, according to new research.
A team of scientists from Bangladesh led by the National Institutes of Diseases of Chest and Hospital''s Kazi...
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Smoking may increase the risk of developing the skin condition psoriasis, a new investigation suggests.
Researchers from the Boston-based Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women''s ...
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A like or dislike for certain foods could be a genetic factor, a new study indicates.
Published in Twin Research and Human Genetics this month, a new report suggests that a taste for garlic, ...
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An organisation based in Canada is calling for a large-scale investigation into the anti-cancer potential of vitamin D, it has been reported.
The Canadian Cancer Society has written to North ...
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Riboflavin supplements may help protect against cancer, a new study suggests.
A report published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention has indicated that taking riboflav...
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A derivative of vitamin A may reduce the growth of lung cancer cells, it has been suggested.
According to a study published online in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, the vitamin...
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Vitamin C may be useful for people looking to avoid colds this winter, it has been advised.
A report in the Liverpool Echo has noted that vitamin C supplements could be a savvy purchase for p...
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Researchers in the US have found that cranberry juice not only protects against bacterial infection but may also protect against viral species as well.
Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) exhibits an...
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Hilary Swank takes vitamins to maintain the health of her hair, it has emerged.
The Oscar-winning actress told US talk show host Oprah Winfrey that she had been ensuring the health of her hai...
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The consumption of red meat could increase the risk of cancer, new research suggests.
A major new report from the World Cancer Research Fund warns that a high intake of red meat such as bacon...
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Stressful life situations can contribute to disturbed sleep patterns, a new study suggests.
Published in the November 1st issue of the SLEEP journal, the investigation led by Jussi Vahtera of...
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Stress can heighten the risk of skin infections, according to new research.
Peter Elias and his colleagues at the University of California at San Francisco discovered a mechanistic link betwe...
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The type of omega-3 found in oily fish is the most beneficial, it has been stated.
Speaking to consumer standards magazine Which?, Dr Alex Richardson asserted that eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)...
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Vitamin D has "enormous potential" in the fight against cancer, it has been stated.
Dr Kenneth H Cooper, chairman and chief executive officer of the Cooper Aerobics Center and Cooper Clinic ...
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Sleep may reduce the risk of childhood obesity, it has been claimed.
A new study from the Michigan University published in this month''s issue of Pediatrics shows that children who sleep more...
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Vitamin C is being recommended as one of the key ways to improve skin condition.
Writing in Detroit Free Press, Charles Stuart Platkin comments that the vitamin is crucial to collagen product...
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A compound derived from vitamin A may slow the development of prostate cancer, a new study has suggested.
The results of an investigation reported this week at the American Association for Ca...
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Vitamin D is particularly important for people who live in areas with little sunlight, it has been advised.
A new article in NewsOK.com recommends that residents of low-sunlight regions pay p...
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Approximately a third of American adults take multivitamin pills on a regular basis as a kind of health 'insurance' policy. However the scientific evidence is still inconclusive as to whether this li...
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Scientists at the UK's Institute of Food Research (IFR), led by Dr Paul Kroon, have found that there are compounds present in the blood after the consumption of a meal containing flavonoid rich foods,...
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Vitamin D may slow the ageing process in women, according to new research.
A study by King''s College London published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition states that a lack of vita...
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GPs may be prescribing anti-depressants unnecessarily, it has been suggested.
New NHS figures show that prescriptions for anti-depressants have risen more than four-fold in less than 15 years...
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Manuka honey may be an effective remedy for infection, it has been suggested by one doctor.
Writing in the Vancouver Sun, Dr Andrew Weil advised that manuka honey may help those suffering fro...
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Low levels of vitamin B-12 are associated with a higher likelihood of cognitive decline in adults, new research has indicated.
Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the lon...
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Medicinal honey has been advised as a remedy for burn scarring by one doctor.
Dr Andrew Weil has advised a mother whose son is suffering from first and second degree burns to his face, neck u...
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A conventional treatment for acne may worsen clinical depression, according to new research.
A study published in the journal Experimental Biology and Medicine details a mechanism through whi...
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Omega-3 oils and beta-carotene supplements can cut the risk of dementia, it has been suggested.
A number of new studies have indicated a link between the substances, found in Mediterranean di...
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Multivitamins may help skin health in older people, it has been advised.
Consultant dermatologist at the Cranley Clinic Dr Nick Lowe recommended a multivitamin containing vitamin D for older ...
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Vitamin C may boost the antioxidant properties of green tea, new research suggests.
The antioxidant benefits of the drink could be increased up to 13-fold when combined with the vitamin, acco...
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People living with stomach cancer should consult their doctor about a possible need for their diet to be boosted with vitamin or mineral supplements, according to nutritionist and author Jane Clarke.<...
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Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly those obtained from fish oil have previously been associated with a number of health benefits including cardiovascular health, cognitive function, and...
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Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with endometrial cancer by a recent study.
Undertaken at the Moores Cancer Center of the University of California, San Diego, the research found an as...
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Milk thistle''s anti-cancer potential has been supported by a new study.
Scientists at the Unversity of California, Irvine, found that an active milk thistle compound called silibinin has ant...
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A higher intake of vitamin C and dairy could reduce the accumulation of abdomen-centred weight, a new report indicates.
A study of more than 900 Iranian women between the ages of 40 and 60 di...
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Although vitamin C has a long history as a cold remedy, a new article advises that the scientific evidence in support of its health benefits mean this is more than just an old wives'' tale.
A...
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People in certain parts of the world may be at risk of vitamin D deficiency due to low levels of sunlight, it has been warned.
Joan Lappe, a researcher at Creighton University, explained that...
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Manuka honey is a particularly helpful supplement for singers, it has been noted.
Writing in the Telegraph, nutritionist Vicki Edgson commented that the substance''s antibacterial qualities m...
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Mothers with a healthy intake of B vitamins can reduce the risk of having children who will grow up to develop obesity problems, new research indicates.
Research from the University of Nottin...
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The shelf life of fish oil - rich in omega-3 fatty acids - could be extended with the help of oregano and rosemary extracts, a new report has suggested.
Research published in the Journal of F...
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B-vitamin deficiency may increase the likelihood of colon cancer, according to a new study.
Researchers led by Tufts University''s Zhenhua Liu found that depletion of the four types of B-vita...
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A new study suggests that diabetics may be able to reduce their risk of heart attack by taking vitamin E supplements.
Carried out at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology and the Clalit...
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Men may suffer a knock to their confidence if they suffer from baldness, it has been observed.
Spokesperson for hair loss charity Alopecia UK Ruth Bowdage said that hair is a key part of the ...
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Awareness of the medical consequences of varicose veins is low, according to the British Varicose Vein Centre.
Managing director of the centre David Greenstein said that the condition can cau...
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B vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids could be the key to avoiding the winter blues, it has been advised.
A new report in the Vancouver Sun recommends the supplements for people who are feeling ...
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Avoiding colds and flu over Christmas may seem like a daunting task and one publication has recommended a number of natural therapies to ease the preventative process.
According to the Chicag...
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Bach Flower Remedies have been included in a new article about the most popular ways of combating panic attacks.
Writing in the American Chronicle, Ricky Hussey noted that the natural therapi...
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Urban living may increase the risk of breast cancer, a new study suggests.
Women who live in cities have denser breasts and are therefore more at risk of developing the condition, a new repor...
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Omega-3 fatty acids have been found by a new study to be a possible preventative agent against Parkinson''s disease.
Scientists at the University of Laval in Canada discovered that the fatty ...
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Sleep-deprived new mothers are more likely to gain weight, a new study suggests.
A new study published in the November issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology reports that mothers who r...
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Awareness of prostate cancer is too low, the press and PR manager for a related campaign has stated.
The condition has a "low profile", said Hannah Crabtree of Everyman, a campaign run by the...
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Migraines, skin conditions and digestive problems are among the many health complaints that can be caused by stress, according to the International Stress Management Association (ISMA).
Ann M...
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Vitamin D may lower the risk of endometrial cancer, it has been suggested.
Researchers from the University of California at San Diego found that people who live in the northern hemisphere may...
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Vitamin A-rich almonds could be the key to boosting the antioxidant defences of smokers, it has been reported.
According to a new study published in the Journal of Nutrition, smokers could be...
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Omega-3 is to play a particularly important part in the nutrition sector as the 21st century progresses, according to a scientist who pioneered research into the supplement.
In an interview p...
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Hospital nurses who work extended shifts at night, find it hard to stay awake at work and get less sleep are more likely to experience a drowsy driving episode, it has been suggested.
A new s...
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The vitamins in strawberries are central to their cancer-fighting capabilities, it has been noted.
A new study undertaken at the US Department of Agriculture''s Agricultural Research Service ...
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Honey is more effective at treating coughs than an ingredient conventionally used in over-the-counter remedies, it has been suggested.
The natural substance was discovered to aid sleep and re...
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A higher intake of vitamin K1 could protect against inflammation and possibly lower chronic disease risk, according to a new study.
Published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, the inve...
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A study has found that a dose of honey before bedtime is a more effect cough suppressant than conventional treatments, in children. Honey was better at cutting the severity, frequency and disturbance ...
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Men who take beta-carotene supplements for at least fifteen years may have a reduced risk of dementia, a new study suggests.
Published in the November 12th issue of Archives of Internal Medic...
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People who smoke should ensure their intake of antioxidant vitamins is adequate, it has been noted.
A spokesperson for the Health Supplements Information Service (HSIS) said this week that sm...
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Omega-7 fatty acids could soon be receiving as much publicity as omega-3 and omega-6, it has been claimed.
A new report in Food and Drink Towers has asserted that omega-7 could have important...
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Women may need to take folic acid supplements in the weeks leading up to conception and in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, it has been advised.
A spokesperson for the Health Supplements Info...
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The severity of male depression may be reduced through folate supplementation, according to a new study.
Published in the journal Nutrition, researchers led by Kentaro Murakami from the Inter...
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Evidence of the link between tuberculosis and vitamin D deficiency has been found in a 500,000-year-old human fossil.
Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin have found traces of t...
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Chemicals in cosmetics may be harming drinking water, it has been asserted.
The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has warned that unwanted cosmetics poured down drains could be having an adver...
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The beta-carotene content of tomatoes as well as their vitamin content may help lower cholesterol, it has been claimed.
A new study from Finland published in the British Journal of Nutrition ...
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Night workers may benefit from vitamin and mineral supplements, it has been suggested.
Jessica Alexander, a spokesperson for the Sleep Council, pointed out that people who work night shifts ...
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Oscar-winning actress Hilary Swank has told one publication of her dependence on vitamin and mineral supplements for their health benefits.
Speaking to W in an interview published in the maga...
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Bath products can help the management of eczema in children, according to new NHS advice.
The latest guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence indicate that em...
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Dietary intake of vitamins and minerals is linked with immune system strength, one doctor advises.
In a new Times report, Nigel Hawkes speaks to Professor Phillip Calder about the relationshi...
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Omega-3 mineral supplements could help diabetics reduce their fat levels, a new study indicates.
According to an investigation published in this month''s issue of the American Journal of Clin...
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Probiotics can boost digestive health, a new report indicates.
Speaking to the Associated Press (AP), US nutrition instructor Holly Maloney said that probiotic nutrition bars are an important...
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Vitamin C supplements are an essential component of a "pretox", according to one new report.
Sarah Howden has claimed in the Scotsman that the practice of pretox - ensuring one''s health is i...
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The damage to brain cells caused by Parkinson''s disease could be alleviated by green tea, according to a new study.
A substance contained within the tea has antioxidant properties that can p...
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Vegans may need a B12 vitamin supplement, one expert advises.
A spokesperson for the Vegetarian Society draws attention to the importance of this vitamin for people who eat no meat or dairy p...
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Aloe vera products can be put to a number of uses, a new report notes.
The American Chronicle''s Rajni Sheth observes that the healing capacity of aloe vera products has brought them a great ...
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People with short legs may be at increased risk of contracting liver disease, it has been suggested.
A study of 4,300 females discovered that the women with shorter legs had higher levels of ...
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Vitamin D may halt the growth of lung cancer, according to new research.
A study conducted by scientists at the University of California, San Diego, has discovered that lack of exposure to su...
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The impact of the smoking ban has been "overwhelmingly positive", according to one campaign group spokesperson.
Amanda Sandford of the Action on Smoking and Health group claims that complianc...
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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) could be related to a central nervous system condition, new research suggests.
A study from the International Buddhist University in Osaka indicates that decreased...
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Skin protection is vital in the winter, a spokesperson for the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) claims.
Nina Goad of BAD asserts that many people neglect winter skincare in spite o...
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One expert notes that sensitive winter skin may react to rich products, despite requiring the extra moisture such items provide.
Dry skin in winter is a common occurrence, observes Nina Goad ...
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Omega-3 mineral supplements may improve offspring motor function when taken by pregnant women, new research suggests.
A study from the Netherlands Open University indicates that the omega-3 m...
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It is important as the winter weather sets in to ensure that energy levels are kept high and immune systems are boosted in order to fight off the threat of colds and flu, it has been suggested.
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Manuka Honey, which hails from New Zealand, is being touted as a new remedy for a range of different conditions and praised for its antibacterial properties in particular.
According to expert...
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The Department of Health is encouraging pregnant and breastfeeding to women to increase their vitamin D intake during the winter months.
More and more children are showing signs of vitamin D ...
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Treatment for varicose veins should be sought as early as possible, according to one surgeon.
Mr Mark Whitely, consultant vascular surgeon and founder of the Whitely Clinic - an institution s...
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Disturbed sleep could be linked to an increased risk of diabetes, new research suggests.
A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences indicates that insulin re...
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Aloe vera products could be an effective way to treat mouth ulcers, new research suggests.
Published in the British Journal of Dermatology, a new study indicates that gels containing aloe ver...
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Vitamin D2 is as effective as vitamin D3 in maintaining 250hydroxyvitamin D (25 (OH)D) status, new research suggests.
A new study from researchers at Boston University School of Medicine indi...
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Dermatitis represents some 29 per cent of industrial health problems, according to one expert.
Nina Goad, a spokesperson for the British Association of Dermatologists, claims that occupationa...
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Menopausal women are increasingly looking for natural therapies, a new report claims.
According to Temple Health Sciences News Communications, natural therapies are a growing priority for wom...
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Teenage smokers may experience more hearing problems as a result of this activity, new research suggests.
A study from Yale University indicates that teenagers exposed to smoke were more like...
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The ability to recollect past events is connected to imaginative activity, a new study indicates.
Researchers from Harvard University have found that the ability of older adults to construct ...
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Vitamin C could reduce the likelihood of stroke by 42 per cent, a new study indicates.
The European Prospective Investigation into Cancer, in which 20,649 adults took part, has discovered a l...
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Vitamin D deficiency can result in increased susceptibility to cardiovascular disease, new research suggests.
An investigation conducted by Framingham Heart Study researchers shows that low l...
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As more countries implement smoking bans, one commentator predicts that travelling with the habit may grow harder.
Amanda Sandford, research manager for campaigning charity ASH, comments that...
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The human requirement for vitamin D necessitates sun exposure despite the related skin cancer risk, new research suggests.
A study released this week in the Proceedings of the National Academ...
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Holistic therapist Charlotte Vohtz recommends manuka honey in her new natural therapy book, it has been revealed.
The Daily Mail reports that a remedy containing the substance is among the do...
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Ingredients company LycoRed has said it could soon be possible to add vitamin C, which is essential for growth and repair, to dairy products.
The Israeli firm said it is working on ways to ov...
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Researchers at Cambridge University have identified four simple lifestyle changes that they claim could significantly increase a person''s life expectancy.
They said that people who do not sm...
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It has long been observed that omega-3 fatty acids (found in fatty fish such as salmon) appear to offer protection against Alzheimer's disease. Now US researchers believe they may have found the mech...
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The nutrition industry is shifting towards a beauty-driven approach, a new report indicates.
According to Food Production Daily, the "beauty from within" segment is set to become increasingly...
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Breast cancer awareness is important for women of all ages, one charity spokesperson asserts.
A representative of Breast Cancer Care contends that, while most people who develop the condition...
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Cranberry extract can help counteract urinary tract infections in women among other benefits, a new study suggests.
Research led by Professor Itzhak Ofek from Tel Aviv University''s Sackler F...
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Herbal remedy echinacea can aid efforts to quit smoking, a new report suggests.
According to the Western Mail, the remedy - known for its immunity boosting qualities - can ease some of the sy...
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Women could find they are less susceptible to falls if they take a vitamin supplement containing vitamin D2, new research suggests.
A study conducted by a team led by Richard L Prince of the ...
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A pregnancy diet high in omega-3 fatty acids could help prevent asthma among babies, new findings indicate.
A team of Crete-based researchers have discovered that women who eat a typically Me...
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A drug commonly used to treat osteoporosis has been associated with an increased risk of bone necrosis, new research suggests.
Scientists at the University of British Columbia and the Vancouv...
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Parental stress may increase incidences of asthma in young people, a new study suggests.
Children whose mothers experience chronic stress when they are young have a higher rate of asthma than...
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A healthy intake of vitamin A should have a positive effect on eye health, according to one expert in the field.
Bill Alker, a spokesperson for the Royal National Institute of Blind People (R...
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Exercise is one of the key ways to stay healthy while pregnant, according to a Royal College of Midwives (RCM) representative.
Mervi Jokinen, a midwife with the RCM, advises that physical act...
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The benefits of manuka honey could extent to wound-care in hospitals, a new report observes.
Writing in the Toronto Star, Barbara Turnbull notes that a number of hospitals in Canada and the U...
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Acne sufferers should choose natural make-up to avoid irritation, one specialist advises.
Nina Goad of the British Association of Dermatologists recommends that people with acne select make-u...
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Dietary habits can have an effect on acne, a spokesperson for the British Association of Dermatologists has said.
Nina Goad commented that people suffering from the skin condition - which is ...
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Employees in Britain find it most difficult to sleep on Sunday night, a new poll shows.
Commissioned by hotel chain Travelodge, the investigation indicates that Sunday night is cited by 60 pe...
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Caffeine taken during pregnancy can in high doses increase the risk of miscarriage, a new study indicates.
An investigation by the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research shows that taking in ...
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Britons looking for a new year detox should consider using natural beauty products, it has been advised.
Writing in the Telegraph, lifestyle consultant Linzi Boyd advises that detox regimes s...
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Vitamin E may delay the physical effects of ageing, new research suggests.
A study conducted at the Yale University School of Medicine indicates that people aged over 65 who have lower levels...
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Cranberry juice or vitamin supplements can be an effective remedy for urinary tract infections, according to new research.
A study from the University of Stirling examined the effects of taki...
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The synbiotic formulation containing oligofructose prebiotics (Beneo-Orafti) and a mixture of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium probiotics was associated with a reduction in oxidation of LDL, linked t...
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The stigma surrounding depression fails to acknowledge the variety of factors that can contribute to the condition, a psychiatrist has asserted.
Depression can be attributed to "significant s...
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Omega-3 mineral supplements taken with a high fat meal may act as an antidote to arterial stiffness, according to new research.
Researchers from King''s College London examined 17 men to disc...
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A daily soy supplement may prevent abdominal fat increases in post-menopausal women, suggests a new study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Women receiving a daily soy shake experience...
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Mineral supplements containing the omega-3 docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) acid can lower the risk of developing Alzheimer''s, according to a new study.
An investigation carried out at the Univers...
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Caffeine may hamper the efforts of type-2 diabetics to control the condition, a new study suggests.
Research from Duke University Medical Centre indicates that daily consumption of caffeine c...
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Vitamin D may have implications for the treatment of tuberculosis, new research suggests.
Australian scientists announced this week that the disease is more common among African immigrants wi...
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People in England are giving up smoking following the public ban on the habit, new figures show.
Data from the Information Centre for Health and Social Care reveals that 164,711 people gave u...
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The British population''s reluctance to eat fruit and vegetables means that supplements may be necessary, a new report suggests.
Research carried out by the Health Food Manufacturers'' Associ...
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Food cravings during pregnancy may suggest particular nutrients the body needs at this time, one industry practitioner explains.
Janet Pollard, regional children''s service lead with NHS Dire...
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Prisoners are to be given vitamin supplements as part of a new investigation into the effects of nutrition on behaviour.
Led by Dr John Stein, an Oxford University professor of neuroscience, ...
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Vitamin supplements containing folic acid may reduce the risk of pre-eclampsia during pregnancy, new research suggests.
A study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology...
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Dancing on Ice star Aggie MacKenzie keeps in tip-top condition with a committed regime of vitamin supplements and other remedies, it has emerged.
According to the Daily Mail, the celebrity ta...
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Vitamin supplements containing folate could lower the risk of developing dementia, according to new research.
A study published in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery and Psychiatry suggest...
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The effect of mineral supplements containing omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs) should be the subject of comprehensive research, a UK parliamentary enquiry has stated.
An investigation into...
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Vitamin supplements containing vitamin A and zinc can help protect young children from malaria, a new study suggests.
Research led by Jean-Bosco Ouedraogo from the Institut de Recherche en Sc...
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Aloe vera has been named as a good way to disguise symptoms of cold and flu.
Such illnesses are common at this time of year but for many it is unrealistic to stay in bed until symptoms disapp...
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Vitamin supplements with antioxidants and carotenoids could improve retinal health in sufferers of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a new study suggests.
A vitamin and mineral suppleme...
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Food diaries are the best way to determine nutritional intolerances, it has been advised.
Muriel Simmons, chief executive of Food Intolerance Awareness, recommends that the only real way to i...
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Britons are too reliant on pharmaceutical mental health care, one politician has clamed.
Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg has called for a cut in the amount of anti-depressants being prescr...
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Men should be aware that prostate cancer does not always exhibit symptoms, notes one specialist nurse.
Louise Fleure of the Prostate Cancer Charity points out that, while most men will have w...
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The vitamin C and antioxidants in berries can help lower blood pressure, new research indicates.
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that consumption ...
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Vitamin and mineral supplements can help pregnant women pass on health benefits to their unborn children, new research suggests.
A study published in the Lancet found that mothers who consume...
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Fatty acid mineral supplements may reduce the symptoms of dry eye syndrome, new research suggests.
A study led by Reza Dana of the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary found a link between sup...
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Acne sufferers have been advised to try aloe vera products to ease their symptoms.
Writing for the American Chronicle, Dr John Anne recommends that people with the skin condition apply half a...
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Vitamin supplements containing vitamin D could be the "new aspirin", according to one researcher.
Dr Louise Parker of Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has noted that the nutrient...
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Researchers could be closer to developing an accurate diagnosis method for pre-eclampsia.
A team of scientists from the University of Leeds has reported a breakthrough in research into the co...
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Women who give birth to boy babies are more likely to experience post-natal depression, a new study indicates.
Published in the February issue of the Journal of Clinical Nursing, the investig...
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A new initiative from a UK university aims to cut GP prescriptions of antibiotics.
The study - being carried out by Cardiff University - is intended to minimise the rate of resistance to anti...
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Probiotic supplements can strengthen resistance to infection in athletes, a new study suggests.
Research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine shows that the number and length o...
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Singing star Jason Donovan takes vitamin supplements to boost his immune system, it has been revealed.
Donovan told the Daily Mail that his regime of vitamin and mineral supplements incorpora...
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People with a poor diet should be encouraged to take vitamin supplements in order to help them cut their risk of developing cancer, according to an American academic.
A study by Professor Bru...
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Taking glucosamine supplements can help to protect winter sports enthusiasts against joint injuries, according to an orthopaedic consultant.
Knee damage is particularly common among those who...
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Consumers should ensure the food they eat is high in nutrients, it has been advised,
Sian Porter, a state registered dietician with the Fat Panel, notes that as many foods are high in fat, su...
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Chronic vitamin and mineral deficiency could lead to the onset of terminal diseases such as obesity, it has been claimed.
A researcher from the US states that there are 40 micronutrients nece...
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Mineral and vitamin supplements containing omega-3 fatty acids are a lucrative prospect, it is claimed.
However, a new report in FoodNavigator.com also suggests that the next step for the ind...
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People who are stressed could find the quality of their sleep impaired as a result, one expert explains.
Neil Shah, director of the Stress Management Society, remarks that the chemicals relea...
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Aloe vera products can be used to minimise hair loss, according to a new report.
Writing in the American Chronicle, Pradeep Chauhan notes that natural shampoos containing herbal ingredients m...
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The antibacterial properties of honey have gained it a reputation as an alternative burn treatment, a new report claims.
According to the New York Times, honey is one of a variety of natural ...
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The probiotic qualities of yoghurt could be key to the product''s mouth health benefits, it has been suggested.
New research led by Dr Yoshihiro Shimazaki of Kyushu University in Japan has fo...
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The global probiotics market could reach $20 billion (£10 billion) by 2010, a new report asserts.
Research from Global Industry Analysts indicates that consumer awareness of the health supple...
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Complex protein molecules called enzymes are vitally important for good digestive health, a clinical nutritionist has said.
According to Teya Skae, writing in naturalnews.com, combinations of...
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Doctors are over-prescribing anti-depressants, it has been claimed.
A new review of clinical trials has found that drugs - including the iconic anti-depressant Prozac - are no more effective ...
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Yoghurt - which recently made the news for its probiotic health benefits - is helpful in the fight against heart disease, one expert claims.
Denise Armstrong, lifestyle manager with Heart Res...
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Mineral supplements containing gingko biloba could have a positive effect on memory, according to new research.
A study published in the February 27th online edition of Neurology, the America...
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Men have been advised to consider vitamin supplements containing vitamin D.
The nutrient also known as the ''sunshine vitamin'' has been highlighted by Harvard Men''s Health Watch as one of t...
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Advice issued to pregnant women on the safety of travelling by plane is not based on a uniform consensus, according to one expert on the field.
Janet Fyle, professional policy advisor for the...
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Women have been advised to take probiotics when on a course of antibiotics.
According to FitSugar, while antibiotics are useful they have side-effects that need to be guarded against.
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People who snore loudly are at an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new report.
Published in the March 1st issue of the journal SLEEP, a study led by Marta Novak of the...
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New Zealand''s manuka honey has been recommended by one naturopath as an alternative remedy for sore throats.
Speaking to the Toronto Star, Dr Kimberlee Blyden said that suppressing a cough c...
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Families planning spring trips have been advised to take aloe vera products as handy sunburn relievers.
Stephen Park, assistant professor of paediatrics and communicable diseases at the Unive...
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Children are being affected by second-hand cigarette smoke, according to new research.
A study conducted by researchers at the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has revealed that...
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Physicians are not getting enough sleep, according to new research.
A survey from the American College of Chest Physicians Sleep Institute (ACCP-SI) discovered that the majority of profession...
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Vitamin supplements containing vitamin B3 can reduce cholesterol in high doses, one doctor has observed.
Such vitamin supplements - which have to be prescribed by members of the medical profe...
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Quitting smoking could up levels of life satisfaction, according to new research.
A study by researchers at the Peninsula Medical School in the south-west of England has discovered that smoke...
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Manuka honey could protect against MRSA, according to a new report.
Honeymark claims that the antibacterial properties of the honey could destroy the bacteria that causes MRSA, now able to de...
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Diarrhoea sufferers may find relief from probiotic supplements, a new report claims.
According to the Toronto Fashion Monitor, the condition - particularly when associated with antibiotic use...
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Women who do not respond to treatment for osteoporosis need more support, according to a new report.
Patients who fail to comply with treatment instructions or who do not respond to treatment...
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A combination of different probiotics strains reduces the ability of potentially pathogenic bacteria to colonise the gut more than single strains, says new research that proposes industry should look ...
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A new test has been developed that could see glaucoma detected earlier.
Moorfields Eye Hospital last week revealed the Moorfields MDT, a laptop-based field of vision test that takes just minu...
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High consumption of magnesium is associated with a lower risk of some strokes in male smokers, new research suggests.
A report in the March 10th issue of Archives of Internal Medicine asserts...
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A high intake of vitamins A and C could reduce the risk of lung cancer, according to a new study.
Researchers from Spain have found that vegetables rich in antioxidants found in these vitamin...
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