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Clinical trial demonstrates potential oral benefits of curcumin extract

According to a new clinical trial, the anti-inflammatory benefits that curcumin is famous for begin right in the mouth. According to the preliminary study,...

Clinical trial demonstrates potential oral benefits of curcumin extract

According to a new clinical trial, the anti-inflammatory benefits that curcumin is famous for begin right in the mouth. According to the preliminary study,...

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Study shows heart failure soaring globally---OHS has tools to help!

The number of patients with heart failure worldwide has increased by 91% over the past 27 years, according to a new university study from...

Study shows heart failure soaring globally---OHS has tools to help!

The number of patients with heart failure worldwide has increased by 91% over the past 27 years, according to a new university study from...

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B-vitamins and Omega-3s improve cognitive function in large-scale study of East Asian countries

A large scale meta-analysis of Asian countries has concluded that supplementation with B-vitamins and essential fatty acids may represent promising strategies to minimize age-related...

B-vitamins and Omega-3s improve cognitive function in large-scale study of East Asian countries

A large scale meta-analysis of Asian countries has concluded that supplementation with B-vitamins and essential fatty acids may represent promising strategies to minimize age-related...

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High-protein meal replacement leads to higher fat oxidation, less hunger after an exercise session

Meal replacement powders have grown in popularity in the past decade. The reasons are numerous: They are popular with dieters looking for a lower-calorie...

High-protein meal replacement leads to higher fat oxidation, less hunger after an exercise session

Meal replacement powders have grown in popularity in the past decade. The reasons are numerous: They are popular with dieters looking for a lower-calorie...

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Quality of gut bacteria influences COVID-19 severity, according to new study

The variety and volume of bacteria in the intestines may influence the severity of COVID-19, according to new research from Hong Kong. The study...

Quality of gut bacteria influences COVID-19 severity, according to new study

The variety and volume of bacteria in the intestines may influence the severity of COVID-19, according to new research from Hong Kong. The study...

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Recent research encouraging for those setting weight loss goals this year

January is a popular month for setting a goal to lose weight. Unfortunately most people fail---and not just because of lack of determination. Busy...

Recent research encouraging for those setting weight loss goals this year

January is a popular month for setting a goal to lose weight. Unfortunately most people fail---and not just because of lack of determination. Busy...

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Research highlights two surprising nutrients that help battle COVID: Selenium and Omega-3s

When it comes to studying nutrients that can help in the battle against COVID-19, the research has focused on the nutrients that have long...

Research highlights two surprising nutrients that help battle COVID: Selenium and Omega-3s

When it comes to studying nutrients that can help in the battle against COVID-19, the research has focused on the nutrients that have long...

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Lipoic Acid supplements help obese people lose weight, according to new study

A 2020 study examining whether Lipoic Acid supplementation could decrease elevated plasma triglycerides in overweight adults discovered a secondary benefit: weight loss. The study,...

Lipoic Acid supplements help obese people lose weight, according to new study

A 2020 study examining whether Lipoic Acid supplementation could decrease elevated plasma triglycerides in overweight adults discovered a secondary benefit: weight loss. The study,...

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Nitric oxide effective in treating COVID-19, according to Swedish study

A  new in vitro study that appears in the scientific journal Redox Biology has provided the first evidence that nitric oxide inhibits the replication of...

Nitric oxide effective in treating COVID-19, according to Swedish study

A  new in vitro study that appears in the scientific journal Redox Biology has provided the first evidence that nitric oxide inhibits the replication of...

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Research makes it official: Inflammatory foods increase likelihood of heart disease and stroke

If you're looking for a new new year's resolution that's practical, achievable and can add years to your life, why not set a goal...

Research makes it official: Inflammatory foods increase likelihood of heart disease and stroke

If you're looking for a new new year's resolution that's practical, achievable and can add years to your life, why not set a goal...

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Vitamin D for all: 100+ experts send letter to world's governments urging supplementation to fight COVID

A group of scientists who created an international alliance to bring awareness to the importance of Vitamin D in fighting COVID-19 has now sent...

Vitamin D for all: 100+ experts send letter to world's governments urging supplementation to fight COVID

A group of scientists who created an international alliance to bring awareness to the importance of Vitamin D in fighting COVID-19 has now sent...

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Three green tea studies published in 2020 you should know about

Research on green tea is not difficult to find. Since green tea has been used medicinally for hundreds of years, both scientific and observational...

Three green tea studies published in 2020 you should know about

Research on green tea is not difficult to find. Since green tea has been used medicinally for hundreds of years, both scientific and observational...