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on Thursday, April 16, 2009
Over 40% of breast and bowel cancer cases in developed countries are preventable through diet, physical activity and weight control alone, a report says.
The report, ...
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on Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Sleep rejuvenates both the body and the mind and is an essential way of resting, recharging and nourishing the body and brain. Without adequate sleep, even for one night, ...
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on Sunday, April 12, 2009
Sodium benzoate is a food additive used as a preservative in a variety of processed food products and drinks. When reacted with vitamin C this substance forms benzene, a ...
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on Sunday, April 12, 2009
This article is taken from Science Daily, and highlights a how the replacement of sugar-laden drinks with plain water can control excess weight gain in children. These dr ...
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on Sunday, April 12, 2009
From green, black and white, teas are packed full of flavonoids and other health beneficial antioxidants. Studies have associated some teas with relieving conditions like ...
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on Thursday, April 09, 2009
This article taken from BBC News explains how a study has found an association between low birth weight and reduced development of babies in the womb, with exposure to ai ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Thursday, April 09, 2009
Selenium is a trace mineral essential for good health, and multiple studies have shown it to be an effective mineral for preventing many forms of cancer, and relieving sy ...
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on Wednesday, April 08, 2009
Sprouts are a fresh, natural food that provide an abundance of vitamins, minerals, proteins and enzymes. Numerous scientific studies have shown the importance of sprouts ...
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on Tuesday, April 07, 2009
The versatile bell pepper is a rich source of some of the best nutrients available, including vitamin C, beta-carotene and lycopene, all which have a wide range of health ...
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on Tuesday, April 07, 2009
A study published in 2006 ranked 50 most commonly eaten foods in the U.S. by their antioxidant content, and revealed which foods had the highest levels of antioxidant phy ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Cardamom is a sweetly aromatic spice that is used for both cooking and healing purposes.
Cardamom refers to two varieties of spice from the ginger family: [i]Elletta ...
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on Monday, April 06, 2009
A new Japanese study has found that natural compounds found in vitamin E exert anti-cancer benefits when accumulated in cells.
Researchers found that [i]tocotrienols[/ ...
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on Monday, April 06, 2009
Ginger is well known for its natural healing properties, and recent research has found this root to be effective for reducing the nausea and vomiting associated with preg ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Friday, April 03, 2009
Here are some new studies that further emphasize the importance a healthy lifestyle has on preventing or reducing the effects of cancer.
This article is from the Indep ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Friday, April 03, 2009
Stress can affect people in different ways, and the prolonged effects of negative stress on the body can be harmful for health. Long-term stress is associated with condit ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Thursday, April 02, 2009
A report published in the Independent newspaper covering a study on mobile phones states that using a mobile phone while pregnant may damage the long-term health of your ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Thursday, April 02, 2009
The following research paper outlines the benefits of a high-protein weight loss diet over a low-protein diet.
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on Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Nuts are packed with vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids, and are rich in protein and fiber. They make a convenient and satisfying snack food. There are a varie ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Although vitamin K is a not a well-known vitamin, it has many important functions in the body. It's needed for blood clotting, which helps wounds to heal properly, and ...
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on Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Here are a few herbs that boast both medicinal and culinary properties, so not only will they flavor your dishes, you can also gain health-promoting benefits from them. ...