 Scientists have found that L-carnitine supplements may be beneficial for people as they age as they can help to replenish levels that are naturally lost over time.
Continue reading: Study supports L-carnitine for seniors »
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 Elderly people, pregnant women and young children should take vitamin D supplements over the winter months to ensure they get enough of this important nutrient, an expert has claimed.
Continue reading: Vitamin D recommended for seniors, mums-to-be and kids »
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 A new survey has found that almost half of British people suffer from annual feelings of depression that coincide with the winter months.
Continue reading: Half of Britons experience 'winter blues' »
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 Consumers who want a supplement that will boost their levels of antioxidants should consider taking pomegranate extract, it has been suggested.
Continue reading: Pomegranate 'rich in antioxidants' »
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 Women who are going through the menopause may benefit from trying complementary therapies to ease their symptoms, it has been claimed.
Continue reading: Complementary therapies may aid menopause sleep »
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 A herbal remedy called valerian may help pets which are afraid of fireworks, experts have claimed.
Continue reading: Valerian may help pets fight firework nerves »
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 Scientists have revealed that there is a growing amount of research supporting the health benefits of antioxidants found in grapes.
Continue reading: Review supports health benefits of grape polyphenols »
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 A diet that contains few omega-3 fish oils and has a high content of saturated fat may contribute to the progression of Alzheimer's disease, Canadian scientists have claimed.
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 A new report has found that lifestyle choices such as consuming plenty of omega-3 fish oils can greatly reduce a person's risk of Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.
Continue reading: Omega-3 rich diet may reduce Alzheimer's risk »
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 Scientists are furthering their understanding of the health benefits of plant antioxidants thanks to a genetically modified 'purple' tomato.
Continue reading: Study suggests benefits of antioxidants against cancer »
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 A study led by researchers at Oxford University has found that using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may increase the likelihood that a woman will need joint replacement surgery to treat the inflammatory joint disease osteoarthritis.
Continue reading: HRT may increase likelihood of joint replacement »
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 Enlargement of the prostate is a natural occurrence as a man ages but it can interfere with their overall quality of life, an expert has said.
Continue reading: Enlarged prostate 'interferes with men's quality of life' »
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 People of any age can take steps to improve the health of their heart, according to experts.
Continue reading: Consumers urged to get heart healthy - at any age »
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 A powerful antioxidant in Antioxidant may prevent and delay type-1 diabetes »
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 Consumers can reduce their risk of osteoarthritis by maintaining a healthy weight, new research suggests.
Continue reading: Weight loss could benefit joints »
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 A new study has found that Vitamin C supplements can guard against brittle bone disease »
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 A diet high in fructose can lead to obesity, due to the sugar's ability to block an appetite-controlling hormone.
Continue reading: Fructose link to obesity »
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 Research has found that people who have a poor diet are more susceptible to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Continue reading: Diet could affect sleep »
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 New research has found that consuming fruit and vegetables during chemotherapy may help boost the affects of the treatment.
Continue reading: Cancer battles aided by diet »
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 A recent study has shown that those who eat a western diet are putting themselves at risk of heart disease.
Continue reading: Western diet responsible for 35 per cent of heart attacks »
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 New research suggests that tart cherries may be beneficial for the heart and may also help to lower a person's weight.
Continue reading: Cherries may benefit weight and heart health »
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 Women are more likely than men to have healthy eating habits, suggesting that many men should consider boosting their nutrient intake by taking supplements.
Continue reading: Women 'eat more healthily than men' »
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 Consumers may tell themselves that their lack of physical activity is not hurting anyone else, but the sad reality is that the nation's pets are suffering as a result.
Continue reading: Sedentary lifestyles impacting upon pet health »
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 More widespread screening for the bone thinning disease osteoporosis would help to prevent many people from suffering a fractured hip, an expert has claimed.
Continue reading: Wider screening would reduce osteoporosis burden »
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 Consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about the state of their body and mind as their money worries increase.
Continue reading: Cash-strapped Brits concerned about health »
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 Back pain is on the increase in the UK, even among youngsters, it has emerged.
Continue reading: Childhood back pain on the rise »
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 Experts have reported a new kind of skin disorder which appears to be caused by mobile phone handsets.
Continue reading: Doctors report phone-related skin allergies »
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 Many children are contributing to the spread of diarrhoea and flu by failing to wash their hands properly, a new survey has found.
Continue reading: Kids risk illness due to lack of hand-washing »
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 Older people who lack essential antioxidants such as vitamins C and E and who have also failed to protect their eyes against sunlight appear to face a significantly higher risk of advanced macular degeneration (AMD), new research shows.
Continue reading: Eye disease risk increased by sun exposure and lack of antioxidants »
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 Black elderberries can help to reduce the severity of colds and flu, according to researchers.
Continue reading: Black elderberries provide immune system boost »
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 People with Parkinson's disease are more likely to be deficient in vitamin D than other members of the population, new research has found.
Continue reading: Lack of vitamin D linked to Parkinson's disease »
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 People with arthritis will be increasing their efforts to find effective remedies for their joint pain as the colder weather sets in, and many will be relying on natural treatments.
Continue reading: Arthritis sufferers seek natural help »
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 The vast majority of overweight people have been called names because of their weight, a new survey has found.
Continue reading: Nine out of ten overweight Brits have been insulted »
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 New research in the journal Stroke suggests that a daily dose of Daily dose of ginkgo may reduce stroke damage »
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 St John's wort extract can be used to effectively alleviate the symptoms of major depression, according to a review of published research.
Continue reading: St John's wort relieves major depression »
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 Scientists have suggested that a component of olive oil may help people to stay fuller for longer between meals.
Continue reading: Olive oil may aid weight loss »
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 New estimates of the number of overweight people in the UK suggest that as many as 75 per cent of adults may weigh more than they should.
Continue reading: Majority of British adults 'overweight' »
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 Scientists believe that a herbal therapy commonly used to treat the symptoms of menopause may be beneficial for women undergoing treatment for breast cancer.
Continue reading: Black cohosh may benefit breast cancer patients »
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 Moderate consumption of red wine could help to prevent lung cancer, new research suggests.
Continue reading: Red wine consumption may protect against lung cancer »
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 More than four in ten of Britain's pet cats and dogs are overweight, according to vets responding to a survey by Sainsbury's Finance.
Continue reading: Two fifths of pets 'overweight', say vets »
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 People with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) appear to be at increased risk of vitamin D deficiencies, new research suggests.
Continue reading: Vitamin D deficiency common in IBD patients »
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 Christmas may be far from most people's minds at this moment in time but the fact remains that it won't be long before the festive parties start.
Continue reading: Detox products can aid recovery from overindulgence »
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 Flaxseed (linseed) oil may help to improve the condition of the skin and prevent reddening and scaling, new research suggests.
Continue reading: Flaxseed oil may boost skin health »
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 A UK nutritionist has extolled the virtues of the mulberry, pointing out that the berries contain more antioxidants than most other fruits.
Continue reading: Experts hail antioxidant content of mulberries »
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 Nearly three quarters of British people (72 per cent) still go to work even if they are feeling so ill that they should really be taking the day off, a survey has revealed.
Continue reading: Majority of Brits go to work when ill »
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 Consumers are increasingly turning to flax-based omega-3 oils to improve their health and wellbeing, research suggests.
Continue reading: Demand for omega-3 ALA on the rise »
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 A Danish study suggests that some women who take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be at higher risk of suffering a heart attack than others, although there is no overall increased risk compared to women who have never taken HRT.
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