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04/08/2011 - Folic acid may help ward off post-natal depression

Folic acid has been recommended to pregnant women for a number of years to ensure optimum development of the embryo, including growth, DNA repair, nervous tissue development and maturation of blood cells.  However, scientists at Bristol University are now suggesting that folic...
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04/08/2011 - Doubling vitamin D may reduce mortality rates

According to a new study, published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, doubling serum levels of vitamin D could actually increase life expectancy by a staggering two years. Vitamin D is regarded as a necessary nutrient for the prevention of several...
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26/01/2012 - Vitamin D deficiency in children increases diabetes risk
26/01/2012 - Fish oil, bilberry and lutein combo reduces eyestrain
26/01/2012 - Echinacea review confirms benefits for cold sufferers
25/01/2012 - Passionflower found to improve sleep quality
25/01/2012 - Pelargonium improves immune responses
25/01/2012 - Low zinc levels may be linked to depression in women
25/01/2012 - Omega 3 plus exercise boosts post-menopausal bone health
25/01/2012 - Ginger shown to reduce colon inflammation
25/01/2012 - Folic acid in pregnancy may improve children’s language skills
25/01/2012 - Coeliacs may need more vitamin D and K
25/01/2012 - Low-fat diet plus fish may slow prostate cancer growth
25/01/2012 - CoQ10 may reduce muscle damage during intensive exercise
25/01/2012 - High-dose vitamin D may help Crohn’s patients
25/01/2012 - Nuts boost metabolic health
30/09/2011 - Alpha-lipoic acid: a promising antioxidant for type-2 diabetics
30/09/2011 - Exercise and vitamin D help to reduce falls in the elderly
30/09/2011 - Low intake of vitamin B6 may be linked to the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome
30/09/2011 - Vitamin D may be important for sperm quality
30/09/2011 - Theanine may boost concentration when anxious
30/09/2011 - Omega 3 levels in pregnancy linked to childhood obesity
30/09/2011 - Blueberries and apples may fight fat and cholesterol
16/09/2011 - Folic acid in pregnancy may ease post-natal depression
16/09/2011 - Researchers uncover new nerve benefits for vitamin C
16/09/2011 - Antioxidants reduce hearing loss risk
16/09/2011 - Nuts boost diabetic health
16/09/2011 - FOS – an aid to weight loss?
16/09/2011 - Fish oil reduces blood vessel stiffness
21/04/2011 - The traditional herbal medicinal products directive – what next?
21/04/2011 - Green tea antioxidants may help ward off Alzheimer's
19/04/2011 - Mineral depletion in our soils – a growing problem
18/04/2011 - How to survive long-haul travel!
15/04/2011 - Osteoporosis – "the silent disease"
04/04/2011 - Sun Protection Pills Could Save Your Skin
04/04/2011 - Omega-3 fatty acid intake linked with reduced risk of age-related vision loss
24/03/2011 - Conversion of dietary ALA to EPA and DHA may be increased in non-fish eaters
24/03/2011 - Omega 3 fatty acids may help fight age-related loss of muscle mass and strength
17/02/2011 - Study finds zinc effective in fighting colds
10/02/2011 - Anxiety - a natural human reaction
10/02/2011 - Oily fish may delay the risk of AMD
10/02/2011 - Vitamin D deficiency on the rise
18/01/2011 - Fish oil eases canine arthritis too
18/01/2011 - Magnesium reduces heart failure risk
18/01/2011 - Chlorella found to have favourable impact on smokers' antioxidant status
18/01/2011 - Probiotics show potential against stress, anxiety and depression
18/01/2011 - Supplementing fish oils
23/12/2010 - Astaxanthin addition improves human immune cell function
16/12/2010 - Vitamin C may improve mood for those in hospital
07/12/2010 - Save our supplements
05/11/2010 - A walnut-rich diet may help you fight against stress and lower your blood pressure
04/11/2010 - Vitamin B is hailed as ’revolutionary’ in fight against Alzheimer’s
02/11/2010 - Fruit and vegetable supplements may reduce cold symptoms
02/11/2010 - Green tea may protect DNA from damage
28/10/2010 - St John’s Wort may hold promise against menopausal hot flushes
28/10/2010 - Fatty acids may affect our genes
28/10/2010 - Lutein may have the potential to add many years of useful vision
28/10/2010 - Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may help to reduce fat accumulation and increase lean body mass in overweight children
25/10/2010 - Flax seed proteins may help maintain healthy blood pressure
25/10/2010 - Cranberry matches antibiotic effectiveness for prevention of urinary tract infections
19/10/2010 - B Vitamins may slow the march towards Alzheimer’s Disease
07/10/2010 - Rosehips - Nature's bounty
06/10/2010 - Why a menopause?
06/10/2010 - Menopausal facial hair and hair thinning
06/10/2010 - Belly fat and the menopause
05/10/2010 - Ginger may ease menstrual cramps
05/10/2010 - Lignans linked to a lithe physique
05/10/2010 - New study backs soy’s bone benefits
23/09/2010 - Garlic and onion may boost mineral absorption
02/09/2010 - Study confirms the benefits of recycled PET and HDPE
02/09/2010 - Ginger may ease post-exercise aches
02/09/2010 - Low folate in pregnancy may lead to hyperactive kids
02/09/2010 - Go nuts for heart health
02/09/2010 - Is DHA harmful? EPA and DHA - the natural balance
11/08/2010 - Trans fats may increase endometriosis risk
11/08/2010 - Zinc may ease female anger and depression
11/08/2010 - Vitamin K2 may reduce cancer risk
05/08/2010 - Vitamin Degradation - a response
05/08/2010 - Vitamin D may protect against Crohn's Disease
05/08/2010 - Antioxidant vitamins associated with lower risk of cervical cancer
05/08/2010 - Heart-healthy walnuts
30/07/2010 - Omega 3 may reduce risk of dental problems
30/07/2010 - Magnesium and asthmatic respiratory health
30/07/2010 - Eczema - Vitamins and minerals may reduce eczema risk
29/07/2010 - New heart benefits found for vitamin B6
28/07/2010 - Omega fats and micronutrients may reduce aggressive behaviour
28/07/2010 - Vitamin D - the fountain of youth?
28/07/2010 - Vitamin E shows promise for fatty liver
28/07/2010 - Vitamins and calcium may help prevent breast cancer
28/07/2010 - A pregnancy multi may prevent low birth weight
23/07/2010 - FOS for fat loss
14/07/2010 - Green Tea may ease stress
09/07/2010 - Stop this EU Regulation Madness!
09/07/2010 - Ginger and B6 may help mums-to-be
09/07/2010 - Xylitol helps keep teeth mineralised and cavity-free
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