 Children whose intake of omega-3 fatty acids is high can reduce their chance of developing type 1 diabetes, even if their genetic makeup means they are at increased risk of the disease.
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 A small-scale study has suggested that people who take selenium supplements may be less likely to suffer from heart disease.
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 A lack of proper industry checks has led to a rise in the number of 'cowboy' practitioners offering cosmetic surgery, a leading surgeon has said.
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 UK researchers have discovered that people who do not get enough sleep more than double their risk of death from heart disease or stroke.
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 Scientists have proven that vitamin C is essential for plant growth, a discovery that could have implications for the production of dietary supplements.
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 Women who have low levels of vitamin D are more likely to suffer a hip fracture, researchers have said.
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 A major research project into the potential of fish oils to help patients with inflammatory disease has won an important award in Ireland.
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 Nearly two thirds of people are risking their health by not eating the recommended five daily portions of fruit and vegetables, researchers have found.
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 Too few fracture patients are being tested for brittle bones (osteoporosis), meaning that many are left at risk of further unnecessary fractures, doctors have claimed.
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 Women may be able to reduce their risk of life-threatening blood clots by taking regular vitamin E supplements, researchers have said.
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 A new eye test is being used by a Midlands-based eye doctor that alerts patients to the need for dietary supplements, it has been revealed.
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 People who take nutritional supplements are more likely to have the necessary quantities of vitamins and minerals than those who do not, research has shown.
Continue reading: Supplement users 'more likely to be well-nourished' »
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 Many consumers are unsure about the importance of the various food groups and about how much of each they should eat on a daily basis, research has found.
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 Consuming the right level of certain nutrients can help to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, experts have said.
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 A unique combination of vitamins and minerals has been shown to reverse the effects of diabetic neuropathy, a peripheral nerve disorder caused by diabetes.
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 Marathon runners and soldiers often complain that they suffer from chest infections when they exercise heavily, but new research has suggested that a compound found in fruits and tea may have a protective effect.
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 Young adults may start to pick up unhealthy eating habits when they go to university, meaning that they are at risk of missing out on important nutrients.
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 The first six months of a trial involving a compound derived from marine algae have generated promising results, researchers have revealed.
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 A plant extract taken from the French maritime pine tree has been found to reduce the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children.
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 A common amino acid available in health food supplements may help to reduce the urges of gambling addicts, scientists have reported.
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 Women must take care to pursue a healthy and balanced diet during pregnancy and breastfeeding, the Royal College of Midwives has said.
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 New research has shown that dietary supplements of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin may reduce a person's risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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 Researchers have found that vitamin C supplements may be able to prevent cancer, a theory that was first put forward by Nobel laureate Linus Pauling nearly 30 years ago.
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 Supplements containing vitamin D appear to be associated with a lower risk of death, according to experts who conducted an analysis of previous research.
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 Fizzy citrus drinks often have a higher caffeine content than popular colas, researchers have found.
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 US researchers have found a strong link between vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and preeclampsia, highlighting the benefits of taking dietary supplements at this important time.
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 Patients who suffer from work-related back pain and joint problems may actually benefit from returning to the workplace, a new report has found.
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 A new report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) has revealed that depression has a more debilitating effect on health than chronic conditions such as diabetes and arthritis.
Continue reading: Report reveals 'devastating' impact of depression »
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 Soy isoflavones may help to reduce young children's susceptibility to rotavirus infections, which cause diarrhoea in the vast majority of infants.
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 Regular omega-3 supplements can help to prevent eye disease, researchers have found.
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 A new report has revealed that both children and adults are failing to consume enough vitamins and minerals to maintain their health.
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 Traditional Chinese medicines are being modernised so that consumers will no longer have to boil ingredients and take time over preparation, it has emerged.
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 Extracts from the common Hass avocado are capable of preventing the growth of pre-cancerous cells that lead to oral cancer, researchers have revealed.
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 Consumers will now be able to read up on the various types of complementary medicine thanks to a new encyclopaedia on the subject.
Continue reading: New book collates complementary therapy research »
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 Consumers who take vitamin E supplements may prefer to stock up sooner rather than later, as price rises are expected across the industry.
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 Parents of overweight toddlers are advised to keep an eye out for signs of iron deficiency, following new research that suggests they are more likely than children of a normal weight to be deficient.
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 Over 90 per cent of British people claim that their sight is the sense they prize most highly, yet just 21 per cent recognise the importance of vitamin and mineral supplements for eye health, a survey has found.
Continue reading: Consumers unaware of vitamins that help sight »
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 Cranberry extract can help to prevent urinary tract infections (UTI) in women who are prone to such problems, new research has found.
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 Researchers have discovered that a compound found in red wine may help to prevent against prostate cancer.
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 Researchers believe that freeze-dried black raspberries may help to prevent the growth of oesophageal (gullet) tumours.
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 An extract taken from pomegranate fruit may accumulate in the prostate and play a role in preventing tumour growth, scientists have said.
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 Women are set to spend more than £30 million on so-called 'beauty pills' this year, experts believe.
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