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Health News Briefs – September 2012

TURMERIC LOWERS DIABETES RISK A component of turmeric, known as curcumin, reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes and improves… Read More

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Saffron Revered Around the World for Its Medicinal and Culinary Properties

Saffron is one of the most revered and expensive spices in the world. The plant’s origins can be traced back… Read More

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Health News Briefs – July/August 2012

FAT-FIGHTING EFFECTS OF BLACK PEPPER REVEALED A study has finally explained the long-known ability of black pepper, and the component… Read More

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Health News Briefs – June 2012

CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES IMPROVE BREAST CANCER SURVIVAL Researchers have found that greater consumption of cruciferous vegetables during the 36 months following… Read More

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Health News Briefs – May 2012

LOW LEVELS OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS LINKED TO MEMORY PROBLEMS Scientists have determined that lower levels of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)… Read More

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Health News Briefs – April 2012

ANTHOCYANIN-RICH FOODS LOWER RISK OF TYPE 2 DIABETES Scientists have determined that plant compounds known as anthocyanins, and fruits rich… Read More

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HEALTH NEWS BRIEFS – March 2012

SELENIUM MAY REDUCE RISK OF PANCREATIC CANCER A study has reported that – compared to people with the lowest levels… Read More

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Health News Briefs – February 2012

BISPHENOL A SPIKES AFTER EATING CANNED SOUP After just five days of eating a 12-ounce serving of canned soup per… Read More

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Maqui Berry Superfood from Chile Bursts with Anti-Aging Benefits

Maqui berry (pronounced “mah-kee”) is an evergreen shrub native to the rainforests of Chile and adjacent regions of southern Argentina.… Read More

13 years ago

HEALTH NEWS: Prenatal Exposure to BPA Raises Childhood Wheezing; Early-life Nutrition and Long-term Effects; Exercise Improves Glucose Levels

PRENATAL EXPOSURE TO BPA RAISES WHEEZING RISK IN CHILDHOOD A study has found that when pregnant women, especially those in… Read More

13 years ago

Dormio Beds – A Truly Unique Shopping Experience

Dormio is located in the Home and Design Centre at 2575 Dundas St. W. It is just a stone’s throw… Read More

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News Briefs – June 2011

TWENTY-FIVE PER CENT AT RISK OF VITAMIN D INADEQUACY, GOVERNMENT REPORTS About 25% of the population may be at risk… Read More

13 years ago

Chelation Therapy: Alternative Treatment for Heart Disease Gets Good Results

Chelation comes from the Greek word chele, meaning claw. A chelating compound binds and removes heavy and other toxic metals… Read More

14 years ago

Chia Seed: Aztec Superfood Boosts Energy and Endurance

What’s behind the surging popularity of chia seed? According to nutritional writer Charlotte Bradley, chia grain was “originally grown in… Read More

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News Briefs – May 2011

SUGAR AND SUGAR-SWEETENED DRINKS LINKED TO HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE Researchers have found that those who consume more fructose and glucose… Read More

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News Briefs – April 2011

MODERATE AEROBIC EXERCISE LINKED TO IMPROVED MEMORY Researchers have found an association between moderate levels of aerobic exercise and increased… Read More

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