 Multivitamin and mineral supplements could help people to lose weight, researchers have said.
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 A new study is to investigate the safety of a compound developed from green tea in patients showing early signs of prostate cancer.
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 A plant used in Chinese medicine contains a compound which slows the growth of the germ which causes peptic ulcers, it has been found.
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 Women generally pay particular attention to their skin during the winter months, but men often do not notice changes in the condition of their skin or simply choose to ignore them, a nurse has claimed.
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 Researchers are due to carry out a trial to determine whether water softeners could help to improve children's eczema.
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 The majority of British consumers do not get enough omega-3 fatty acids from their diet and could benefit from taking dietary supplements, researchers have found.
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 The benefits of lavender have been championed following the news that nearly half of all Americans (48 per cent) believe that their stress levels have increased over the last five years.
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 Young people who take a daily dose of fish oil may be less likely to develop schizophrenia, researchers have found.
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 People with low levels of 'good' cholesterol may be at increased risk of memory problems and disability following a stroke, researchers have found.
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 Omega-3 fatty acids may protect the brain against Parkinson's disease, Canadian researchers have found.
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 The consumption of each of four types of algae in a rice-based meal has been found to significantly increase iron absorption.
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 A daily dose of almonds could improve the health of smokers by helping to boost their levels of antioxidants, researchers have said.
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 Blueberries, blackberries and papaya, which have come to be regarded as 'superfruits', could reduce the risk of developing mouth cancer, Hong Kong researchers have found.
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 Vitamin E supplements may help to prevent heart attacks in patients with diabetes.
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 Consumers can help to keep their joints supple and flexible by increasing their essential fatty acid intake with a supplement such as Lubramine, new research has shown.
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 Mothers who have insufficient levels of B vitamins in their diet are more likely to have children with health problems such as obesity, researchers have claimed.
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 Women who consume high levels of vitamin C and dairy products could benefit from reduced weight around the abdomen, researchers have said.
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 A new study has found that the majority of American doctors use vitamin, mineral or herbal supplements to boost their health.
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 Stroke can affect men and women of all ages, despite the common misconception that it only tends to affect older people, a charity has said.
Continue reading: Stroke strikes at any age, say experts »
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 Consumers need to take care of more than just their skin when sunbathing, an expert has suggested.
Continue reading: Multivitamins 'very important' when sunbathing »
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 Adding some vitamin C or citrus juice to a cup of green tea could boost the drink's beneficial impact on health, experts have claimed.
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 A diet rich in grapes may help prevent the development of bowel cancer, researchers in the US have claimed.
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 Ensuring that your diet is high in vitamin D could prevent the development of endometrial cancer, researchers in the US have claimed.
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 Eighty per cent of women aren't doing enough exercise to maintain their long-term health, a new report claims.
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 Women who are obese increase the risk of problems when trying to conceive, the British Fertility Society (BFS) has warned.
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 Making dietary changes in order to eat more vegetables and vital antioxidants can have a profound effect on the health of elderly people, a leading expert has said.
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 Vitamin C and other antioxidants could help prevent the growth of certain cancerous tumours, new research suggests.
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 Prolonged intake of beta carotene supplements could help protect against some of the precursors to Alzheimer's disease, a new study claims.
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 A deficiency in vitamin D has been linked to knee pain in those with osteoarthritis, a new study suggests.
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 Patients with knee osteoarthritis may benefit from vitamin D supplements, researchers have said.
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 The majority of people experience hair loss at some point during their life time, but there are a number of vitamins that can help to promote healthy hair.
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 Prescription drugs may have little long-term effect on children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and youngsters may be better off taking omega-3, researchers have claimed.
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 People who are suffering from a fungal nail infection could improve the condition by applying tea tree oil, an expert has claimed.
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 An ingredient in green tea appears to combat sepsis, a life-threatening blood infection that occurs when harmful bacteria spread through the bloodstream.
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 A healthy diet should contain vitamins and minerals that have "proven health benefits for our bodies", according to dermatology expert Dr Susan Taylor.
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 Autumn is the time of year when many people's immune system begins to be more vulnerable to viral infections, but there are natural ways to boost the body's defences and fight off illness.
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 Consumers are often confused about the benefits of various dietary supplements and a new study has revealed that even athletes, who ought to be well-informed about health matters, commonly do not know a great deal about the supplements they take.
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 Scientists have found that vitamin D can help to delay the genetic damage within cells that leads to ageing and age-related illnesses.
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 Overweight and obese women are more likely to develop cancer, a study in the British Medical Journal has revealed.
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 A group of scientists has worked out the genetic code of the fungus behind dandruff, it has emerged.
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 Two antioxidant molecules commonly found in foods could protect DNA against damage caused by radiation, researchers believe.
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 Compounds present in the bloodstream after a person has consumed onions may help to protect the heart's arteries against furring, new research has shown.
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 The Edelweiss flower has revealed its potential as a 'natural' sunscreen, according to a report in New Scientist magazine.
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 A survey has revealed that 79 per cent of workers are afraid of taking time off when they are ill because they are concerned about the consequences.
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 A study by the East Lancashire primary care trust (PCT) has uncovered 56 cases of vitamin D deficiency (rickets).
Continue reading: Blackburn residents suffering vitamin D deficiency »
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 A consumer survey has revealed that most consumers prefer taking natural remedies to prescription medicines when attempting to fight off a cold.
Continue reading: Natural remedies preferable for common cold »
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 Experts have said that slimming down to a healthy body weight is one of the best ways of reducing the risk of cancer.
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