Stored Vitamins do NOT go off in a Week
5th March, 2010
An article has appeared in the popular press which alleges that “supplements can become useless in as little as week if stored in kitchens and bathrooms”.
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Could a combination of vitamins, minerals and herbs be the key to a longer, healthier life?
4th March, 2010
Certain key nutrients and plants have the potential to increase life span, according to newly published research in mice.
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Multivitamin and mineral supplement for weight loss
4th March, 2010
Multivitamin and mineral supplementation may help increase the burning of fat for fuel, according to the results of a new study of obese Chinese women.
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Supplementation with red clover isoflavones found to improve cholesterol levels
26th February, 2010
Both total serum cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels decreased significantly among health post-menopausal women taking red clover derived isoflavones
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Probiotics for the management of constipation in the elderly
26th February, 2010
A study just published in the Nutrition Journal has found that probiotic supplementation can increase defecation frequency and stool weight among constipated nursing home residents.
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Supplementing with essential nutrients may reduce violent and aggressive behaviour in prisoners
26th February, 2010
Administering supplements of omega-3s, vitamins and minerals may reduce the number of violent and aggressive episodes in prisoners, according to a new study from The Netherlands.
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A dollop of ketchup one of your five-a day?
1st February, 2010
A new study conducted by the Health Food Manufacturers Association (HFMA) indicates the worrying extent to which public health messages about what constitutes a healthy diet are not being widely understood.
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Junk food diet alters bacterial populations in the gut
1st February, 2010
The bacterial population of the gut changes within twenty four hours of switching from a plant-based diet to a high fat, high sugar Western diet, according to a new study of mice.
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More evidence that omega-3 supplementation benefits kids with ADHD
22nd January, 2010
The evidence that fatty acid supplementation benefits children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and should be considered as a fundamental part of any treatment protocol continues to grow.
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Vitamin D plus calcium may protect everyone from fracture
22nd January, 2010
Analysis of data collected on 68 517 individuals living in Europe and the US has found that taking vitamin D combined with calcium reduces the risk of hip fractures, total fractures, and probably vertebral fractures, irrespective of age, sex, or previous fractures.
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Vitamin B12 supplementation may benefit type 11 diabetics
22nd January, 2010
Researchers in Pakistan have found that vitamin B12 deficiency is common amongst type 2 diabetics.
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Further evidence that vitamin B12 supplementation may benefit the elderly
15th January, 2010
Supplementation with biscuits enriched with vitamin B12 and folic acid for a period of 4 months was found to significantly improve cognitive functions
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Multivitamins and lung cancer risk among smokers
15th January, 2010
According to new findings a high intake of certain micronutrients may reduce the risk of lung cancer
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New year, new you! Follow these tips to shift the holiday pounds
5th January, 2010
It’s January. Most of us are feeling bloated, sluggish and generally run down. Try these tips to restore vitality.
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Supplementation with turmeric may benefit patients with knee osteoarthritis
5th January, 2010
Researchers have reported that extracts of the cooking spice turmeric may be as effective as ibuprofen in the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee.
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Harvard Medical School recommends vitamin D supplementation
18th December, 2009
Harvard University Medical School has issued a letter emphasising the importance of maintaining an adequate intake of vitamin D.
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Coffee and tea drinking found to reduce the risk of diabetes
18th December, 2009
Drinking three to four cups of coffee or tea daily may reduce the risk of developing diabetes, according to a new analysis of all existing data on the subject.
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Selenium based antioxidant supplements and colon health
11th December, 2009
A selenium-based antioxidant has been found to reduce the risk of developing polyps (growths) in the large bowel in people who previously had colorectal polyps removed.
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Soy food intake and breast cancer survival
11th December, 2009
A new study has linked higher soy consumption to a reduced risk of breast cancer recurrence.
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Drinking grape juice found to improve memory
11th December, 2009
The Daily Mail this week reported on the latest research to reveal the health benefits of antioxidant rich purple grape juice.
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