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Getting less than six hours sleep each night a major health risk fo...

According to new research middle-aged adults with certain health conditions greatly increase their risk of early death if they regularly get less than six...

Getting less than six hours sleep each night a major health risk fo...

According to new research middle-aged adults with certain health conditions greatly increase their risk of early death if they regularly get less than six...

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Supplementing probiotics could save $1 billion yearly in healthcare...

A new study has posited that the health benefits achieved with probiotic supplements also include an economic benefit---to the tune of about $1 billion...

Supplementing probiotics could save $1 billion yearly in healthcare...

A new study has posited that the health benefits achieved with probiotic supplements also include an economic benefit---to the tune of about $1 billion...

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Most common antibiotics lead to heart problems

Researchers have for the first time established a connection between the most commonly prescribed class of antibiotics and two types of heart conditions. Researchers...

Most common antibiotics lead to heart problems

Researchers have for the first time established a connection between the most commonly prescribed class of antibiotics and two types of heart conditions. Researchers...

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New research shows critical role of Vitamin K2 in preventing aneurysms

New research coordinated by Queen Mary University of London has identified a key role that Vitamin K2 plays in preventing the development of blood...

New research shows critical role of Vitamin K2 in preventing aneurysms

New research coordinated by Queen Mary University of London has identified a key role that Vitamin K2 plays in preventing the development of blood...

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New research highlights the killing power of soda pop

A large European study has added to the considerable evidence that regular soda pop consumption contributes to early death. The study demonstrated that even...

New research highlights the killing power of soda pop

A large European study has added to the considerable evidence that regular soda pop consumption contributes to early death. The study demonstrated that even...

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Flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, stud...

Consuming a flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, particularly for smokers and heavy drinkers, according to new research from Edith Cowan University...

Flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, stud...

Consuming a flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, particularly for smokers and heavy drinkers, according to new research from Edith Cowan University...

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B-vitamins can improve concentration among people with psychosis risk

A new study has shown that B-vitamins are beneficial for maintaining concentration skills among people experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The study was...

B-vitamins can improve concentration among people with psychosis risk

A new study has shown that B-vitamins are beneficial for maintaining concentration skills among people experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The study was...

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Vitamin C protects body's gut-to-liver vitamin transfer function

A new study has revealed that low vitamin C levels impair the "gut to liver" transfer of vitamin E. This biological function is crucial...

Vitamin C protects body's gut-to-liver vitamin transfer function

A new study has revealed that low vitamin C levels impair the "gut to liver" transfer of vitamin E. This biological function is crucial...

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Higher vitamin A intake lowers skin cancer risk

People whose diets included high levels of vitamin A had a 17 percent reduction in risk for getting the second-most-common type of skin cancer,...

Higher vitamin A intake lowers skin cancer risk

People whose diets included high levels of vitamin A had a 17 percent reduction in risk for getting the second-most-common type of skin cancer,...

Vitamin D supplements slow progression of type 2 diabetes

Vitamin D supplementation may slow the progression of type 2 diabetes, according to a new Canadian study. Low vitamin D levels have previously been...

Vitamin D supplements slow progression of type 2 diabetes

Vitamin D supplementation may slow the progression of type 2 diabetes, according to a new Canadian study. Low vitamin D levels have previously been...

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Proven joint nutrient glucosamine also provides heart benefits

Glucosamine supplements have long been known as a natural remedy for joint pain; however, a new study is shedding light on a surprising new...

Proven joint nutrient glucosamine also provides heart benefits

Glucosamine supplements have long been known as a natural remedy for joint pain; however, a new study is shedding light on a surprising new...

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Study once again proves prostrate benefit of saw palmetto

Natural health practitioners have recommended saw palmetto for urinary tract infections, among other ailments, for centuries. Now a new study shows it works as...

Study once again proves prostrate benefit of saw palmetto

Natural health practitioners have recommended saw palmetto for urinary tract infections, among other ailments, for centuries. Now a new study shows it works as...

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