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Higher Omega-3 status shown to reduce the risk of long-term cardiac...

If you've suffered a heart attack, a critical "survivor's step" you should take is to increase your Omega-3 Index. This is one of the...

Higher Omega-3 status shown to reduce the risk of long-term cardiac...

If you've suffered a heart attack, a critical "survivor's step" you should take is to increase your Omega-3 Index. This is one of the...

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Four years since lockdowns: Covid research highlights the nutrients...

March 2024 marks a milestone of sorts: It's the fourth anniversary of the start of America's unprecedented pandemic lockdowns. The anniversary is a good...

Four years since lockdowns: Covid research highlights the nutrients...

March 2024 marks a milestone of sorts: It's the fourth anniversary of the start of America's unprecedented pandemic lockdowns. The anniversary is a good...

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What percentage of your diet should be protein? According to new re...

High protein diets have become popular in the athletic and weight loss spheres in recent decades. But is loading-up on protein effective or safe...

What percentage of your diet should be protein? According to new re...

High protein diets have become popular in the athletic and weight loss spheres in recent decades. But is loading-up on protein effective or safe...

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Vitamin D supplementation linked to reduced dementia risk in review...

According to a new analysis of more than a quarter million participants of the UK Biobank, those with a high Vitamin D status were...

Vitamin D supplementation linked to reduced dementia risk in review...

According to a new analysis of more than a quarter million participants of the UK Biobank, those with a high Vitamin D status were...

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Cinnamon provides blood sugar benefits that can help ward off diabetes

According to a new study, the popular spice cinnamon offers hope for obese and overweight individuals in warding off diabetes. The small study, conducted...

Cinnamon provides blood sugar benefits that can help ward off diabetes

According to a new study, the popular spice cinnamon offers hope for obese and overweight individuals in warding off diabetes. The small study, conducted...

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New Study Highlights Benefits of L-Glutamine for High-Intensity Exe...

According to new research conducted in Taiwan, supplementing with the amino acid L-glutamine has the ability to boost the recovery and performance of athletes...

New Study Highlights Benefits of L-Glutamine for High-Intensity Exe...

According to new research conducted in Taiwan, supplementing with the amino acid L-glutamine has the ability to boost the recovery and performance of athletes...

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Study proves allergies are prevented by doing what mom advised---ea...

Your mom knew fruit and vegetables were good for you, but she probably didn't know they were critical for fighting one of today's most...

Study proves allergies are prevented by doing what mom advised---ea...

Your mom knew fruit and vegetables were good for you, but she probably didn't know they were critical for fighting one of today's most...

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Diets rich in plant protein linked to healthier aging in 32-year study

A team of researchers at Tufts University have found that women who have diets rich in plant-based protein develop fewer chronic diseases and are...

Diets rich in plant protein linked to healthier aging in 32-year study

A team of researchers at Tufts University have found that women who have diets rich in plant-based protein develop fewer chronic diseases and are...

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A daily multi-vitamin/mineral helps keep the brain healthy as you a...

According to findings published in the January 2024 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition taking a multivitamin can help prevent memory loss...

A daily multi-vitamin/mineral helps keep the brain healthy as you a...

According to findings published in the January 2024 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition taking a multivitamin can help prevent memory loss...

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Electromagnetic radiation shielding apparel provides protective ben...

Modern technology provides us with convenience and entertainment, but it comes at a cost. That cost is exposure to electromagnetic fields, also known as...

Electromagnetic radiation shielding apparel provides protective ben...

Modern technology provides us with convenience and entertainment, but it comes at a cost. That cost is exposure to electromagnetic fields, also known as...

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Drink more than you should during the holidays? Studies say you nee...

The holiday season presents a twin attack on the immune systems of many people because both sugar and alcohol consumption increase. But even before...

Drink more than you should during the holidays? Studies say you nee...

The holiday season presents a twin attack on the immune systems of many people because both sugar and alcohol consumption increase. But even before...

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Damage to bones from forever chemicals shows low bone density isn't...

Low bone density is a health concern usually relegated to the realm of the middle-aged and elderly. Doctors are unlikely to discuss it with...

Damage to bones from forever chemicals shows low bone density isn't...

Low bone density is a health concern usually relegated to the realm of the middle-aged and elderly. Doctors are unlikely to discuss it with...

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