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Flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, study finds

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, study finds

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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Higher vitamin K intake helps lower blood pressure, according to study

Increased levels of vitamin K in the blood appears to improve cardiovascular health, according to new research conducted by cooperating scientists in Belgium and...

Higher vitamin K intake helps lower blood pressure, according to study

Increased levels of vitamin K in the blood appears to improve cardiovascular health, according to new research conducted by cooperating scientists in Belgium and...

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German study proves critical need of dietary supplements for elderly

Persons over the age of 65 are virtually guaranteed to have insufficient levels of at least one micronutrient in their blood. And odds are...

German study proves critical need of dietary supplements for elderly

Persons over the age of 65 are virtually guaranteed to have insufficient levels of at least one micronutrient in their blood. And odds are...

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Study on EFA's in flaxseed show myriad of benefits

Flaxseed was first cultivated in China and India some 5,000 years ago. Oil from flaxseed was used medicinally by ancient Greek and Roman populations...

Study on EFA's in flaxseed show myriad of benefits

Flaxseed was first cultivated in China and India some 5,000 years ago. Oil from flaxseed was used medicinally by ancient Greek and Roman populations...

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Vitamin C supplements shorten hospital ICU stay

Providing a vitamin C regimen to ICU patients lowered the average stay by 8% according to meta-analysis research conducted at the University of Helsinki....

Vitamin C supplements shorten hospital ICU stay

Providing a vitamin C regimen to ICU patients lowered the average stay by 8% according to meta-analysis research conducted at the University of Helsinki....

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Zinc deficiency linked to high blood pressure

Inadequate zinc levels contributed to high blood pressure (hypertension) in a new study conducted on mice. The research demonstrated that lower-than-normal zinc levels altered...

Zinc deficiency linked to high blood pressure

Inadequate zinc levels contributed to high blood pressure (hypertension) in a new study conducted on mice. The research demonstrated that lower-than-normal zinc levels altered...