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Dark chocolate could help ME sufferers
Dark chocolate could hold the key to a new treatment for ME.
The debilitating condition, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome, can leave sufferers unable to work for long periods.
Researchers at the Hull York Medical School ran
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Wholegrain products may prevent obesity
People who have a high intake of wholegrain products may be less likely to become overweight or obese, a new study has found.
Dutch researchers studied 2,078 men and 2,159 women between the ages of 55 and 69 to look at the effects of
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All types of alcohol raise breast cancer risk
A new study has found that the type of alcohol consumed does not affect a woman's risk of breast cancer, as all forms of alcohol raise the likelihood of developing the disease to the same extent.
Researchers from the Kaiser Permanente
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Diet tips for clear skin
Many people spend huge amounts of money on expensive skincare products, but most do not realise that simple changes to your diet can quickly improve the condition of the skin.
According to dermatology experts, diet plays an integral role
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Fruit extract improves probiotic yoghurts
Scientists have discovered a natural fruit extract that could help to further improve the effectiveness of the bacteria in yoghurts.
Although probiotic drinks and yoghurts are thought to help reduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure and
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Omega-3 may decrease diabetes risk
Children who are at increased risk for type 1 diabetes may be able to reduce their chances of developing the disease by eating foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, experts have claimed.
A study found that eating omega-3 fatty acids
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Shoppers up fresh herb spend
Sales of fresh herbs are rising in the UK, with Britons set to spend around £46 million on various popular varieties this year, analysts predict.
A report by market analyst Mintel found that the amount spent on fresh herbs has risen
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Rise in 'healthy snack' demand
There has been an increase in the number of people choosing to have 'healthy snacks', according to the latest research.
One in five Europeans now deliberately seek out healthy products to snack on, the report from Datamonitor
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Balanced diet 'can help combat depression'
Eating a healthy, balanced diet can help to combat the onset of depression, a mental health expert has claimed.
According to Mark Lowndes, area manager of mental health charity Changes, diet is not "the be all and end all", but
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New drive to improve Welsh diet
The chief medical officer for Wales has announced a new drive aimed at ensuring that all Welsh people are able to eat a healthy and affordable diet.
Dr Tony Jewell noted that, although five daily portions of fruit and vegetables have been
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Almonds may aid weight loss
A new study has found that almonds may help a person to feel full without contributing to weight gain.
Researchers from Purdue University in the US asked 20 women to eat a normal diet for ten weeks as well as 344 calories worth of almonds
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Campaigners attack FSA additives decision
The Children's Food Campaign has accused the Food Standards Agency (FSA) of "chickening out" out of a ban on food additives.
Recent research found that certain combinations of additives can be damaging to children's health,
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