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Natural Ways To Handle Holiday Indulgences

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We can utilize traditional and modern knowledge of natural products to help remedy the unpleasant side effects of overindulging during the holidays.

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Disability in the Elderly May Result from Too Little Vitamin D

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Higher amounts of vitamin D may be needed for the preservation of muscle strength and physical function in older adults, as well as other conditions such as cancer prevention.

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Whey Protein Supplements Improve Blood Glucose Control

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Researchers found that supplementing with whey protein during breakfast or lunch caused less daytime fluctuation in blood sugar, beneficial for people with Metabolic Syndrome.

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Kids' Fare at Sit-down Restaurants is Often Worse Than Fast Food

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It appears that some sit-down restaurants are just as poor as, if not worse than, fast food places for serving up unhealthy dishes to youngsters, according to the CSPI.

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Do I Really Need To Take Vitamins?

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From the October, 2004 issue of Health Supplement Retailer, the authors discusses the reasons everyone should take dietary supplements.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Benefit Women's Health

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Supplementing with omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent preeclampsia, postpartum depression, menopausal problems, postmenopausal osteoporosis, and breast cancer, among other ailments in women.

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Multivitamins Reduce the Risk of Premature Birth

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Scientists at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have shown that women who take multivitamin supplements prior to conception may have a reduced risk of preterm birth.

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Cauliflower, Broccoli may Protect Against Breast Cancer

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Cruciferous vegetables in the Brassica oleracea family, including broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and kale, may inhibit breast cancer growth, according to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition.

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Selenium May Reduce Hereditary Risk of Breast Cancer

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Scientists conclude that oral selenium is a good candidate for chemoprevention in women who carry a mutation in the BRCA1 gene.

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AMWA Fears Men and Women Over 50 are Vitamin D Deficient

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Vitamin D, an essential component in bone health, is often linked to osteoporosis. The AMWA called for an increase in currently recommended vitamin D intake for men and women.

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More Evidence of Tea's Cancer-Fighting Potential

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Drinking at least two cups of tea high in polyphenols every day may help reduce the risk of ovarian cancer, according to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine.

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