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Obesity in pregnancy can harm unborn child
Research conducted by children's charity Tommy's has revealed that pregnant women may be putting their unborn child's health at risk by overeating.
The study revealed that 9,500 babies born to obese mothers every year are more
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Health Secretary highlights risk of lifestyle-related diseases
Andrew Lansley, health secretary, has highlighted the toll that so-called lifestyle-related diseases are having on the world's health in a speech given at the United Nations to members of its General Assembly.
Mr Lansley said that
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Research shows collectible toys can encourage healthy eating
Offering a collectible toy with a healthy meal makes it just as appealing to children as a fast food option.
That is the conclusion of a study by researchers at the University of Wisconsin and the University of Oregon.
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A healthy diet 'helps lower cholesterol'
People who suffer from high cholesterol can help themselves by eating a healthy diet which is rich in oats.
That is the advice
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Research suggests eating chocolate as beneficial as exercise
A compound known as epicatechin, which can be found in dark chocolate, boosts muscle growth like exercise does.
That is according to researchers at Wayne State University, whose study was published in the Journal of Physiology.
Dr
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Dr Hilary Jones: Lack of exercise contributing to obesity rates
Britons are becoming "a nation of couch potatoes", which is leading to rising levels of obesity, according to Dr Hilary Jones, spokesperson for the Tena Men: Time to Tackle Your Health Campaign.
Dr Jones suggested that lack of
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Flaxseeds cut breast cancer risk, research reveals
The chances of dying from breast cancer can be significantly reduced by eating a diet rich in flaxseeds.
That is according to
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Planning and preparation 'key to children eating healthily'
Parents should try and ensure their children eat a balanced diet and swap meat dishes for fish up to three times a week.
That is
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Broccoli health benefits boosted by spices
Previous research has shown that broccoli contains anti-cancer fighting properties, and the latest study by the University of Illinois has shown that these benefits can be boosted if the vegetable is spiced up.
Researchers found that by
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Variety is the key to a healthy diet, expert suggests
It is important that people realise a combination of food is the best way to maintain a healthy diet, according to Charlotte Stirling-Reed, … read more.
Nutritionist recommends easy recipes to avoid eating takeaways
In order to maintain a healthy diet it is important to have quick, easy to prepare recipes to hand.
That is the advice being
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WCRF advises cut meat and dairy to reduce cancer risk
People should limit the amount of meat, dairy and salt they consume in their daily diet if they want to cut their chances of developing … read more.