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Scientists Pinpoint Heart Benefits of Olive Oil

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In a recent study of the major antioxidants in olive oil, Portuguese researchers showed that one, DHPEA-EDA, protects red blood cells from damage more than any other component.

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More Folate Could Mean Less Depression

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Higher blood levels of folate may reduce the risk of depressive symptoms in men, but not women, says a new study from Japan.

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Vitamin B-6 May Affect Risk of Heart Disease

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Low levels of vitamin B-6 may increase the risk of inflammation and metabolic conditions—and subsequently, cardiovascular disease risk—according to a new study.

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Diabetes Risk in Overweight Women Reduced with Soy

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A recent study from Japan says that increased intakes of soy and its isoflavones may decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes in overweight women.

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High Intakes of Omega-3s Linked to Big Health Benefits

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Intakes of omega-3 essential fatty acids that exceed levels consumed by the general population in the United States may significantly reduce the risk of chronic disease, a new study with Yup’ik Eskimos suggests.

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Bilberry Extract Shows Anti-Diabetes Advantage

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A recent study from Japan shows that consumption of bilberries may reduce the levels of glucose in the blood and provide a means of reducing the risk of diabetes.

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Multivitamins May Help Weight Loss in Obese Women

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A recent study found that multivitamins and minerals were associated with significantly lower body weight, mass index and fat mass.

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Vitamin D Levels Could Play Role in Heart Disease, Diabetes Risk

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"High levels of vitamin D among middle-age and elderly populations are associated with a substantial decrease in cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome," said Dr. Oscar Franco of the Health Sciences Research Institute in the United Kingdom.

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Men Fare Better with High Intakes of Calcium

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Intakes of calcium above the recommended daily levels appear to reduce the risk of all-cause mortality in Swedish men, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology.

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