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Over 6,000 genes linked to body weight
Researchers from the Monell Centre in Philadelphia have discovered that over 6,000 genes are instrumental in determining a person's weight.
That represents about one quarter of the entire genome and means scientists now have a treasure
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Lipoic acid linked to heart health
A naturally-occurring nutrient called alpha lipoic acid could help to prevent poor heart health, experts have claimed.
Researchers at Oregon State University and the University of Washington found that mice fed on lipoic acid supplements
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Strawberries may benefit heart
Consumers who want to decrease their risk of heart disease may benefit from eating strawberries, researchers have found.
Scientists at the Harvard School of Public Health found that women who ate two or more servings of strawberries per
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Scientists uncover most effective short-term diet
If you want to lose weight without feeling hungry, your best bet is to have a high protein, low carbohydrate diet, according to new research.
A study conducted at Aberdeen's Rowett Research Institute found that this diet was best in
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Cranberry juice provides health benefits for women
The benefits of cranberry juice have finally been revealed scientifically as new research shows that it combats urinary tract infections.
Professor Itzhak Ofek, a researcher at Tel Aviv University's Sackler Faculty of Medicine, found that
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Sick workers unsure whether to take time off
British workers are confused about whether or not to take time off when they are ill.
Recent health advice concerning the norovirus (winter vomiting disease) has highlighted the benefits of staying away from the workplace if you have a
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Colonic hydrotherapy 'really good' for detox
People who want to treat their body to a thorough detox should consider colonic hydrotherapy as this is a good way to eliminate waste from the bowel, an expert has revealed.
The therapy, also known as colonic irrigation, is an officially
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Eating less or exercising more both benefit heart
A new study has revealed that losing weight is beneficial for the heart - and it doesn't matter if the weight is lost through exercise or dieting.
US researchers split 25 study participants into two groups and asked one group to restrict
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Brits not managing five-a-day
The majority of Britons are still not eating enough fruit and vegetables, despite a widespread campaign to increase consumption.
Consumers are advised to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables each day to ensure they have the
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Breast screening shown to save lives
Screening women for breast cancer has improved survival figures, according to the authors of a study.
The East Anglia screening programme was examined by a team led by Cancer Research UK with Wolfson Institute of Preventive Medicine and
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Oatmeal found to reduce cholesterol
A new study has added to the growing body of evidence in support of eating oatmeal to reduce cholesterol.
Seven out of ten people over the age of 45 are estimated to have high cholesterol, which is known as
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A little alcohol may help heart
Researchers have found that moderate alcohol consumption may be better for the heart than complete abstention.
Previous studies have suggested that alcohol may be good for heart health and the latest research provides further
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