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Selenium - a mineral crucial to health
As recently as three decades ago, Selenium was considered an irrelevant nutrient however scientists have now discovered that it's nutritionally essential for humans and plays a key role in helping to protect the body against many damaging diseases and conditions.
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Iron deficiency - the most common mineral deficiency in the world
Iron deficiency is the most common mineral deficiency in the world affecting nearly 1 billion people (15% of the world’s population). Iron deficiency usually arises by any factor or a combination of three factors which are: low iron diets, poor absorption and excessive loss of blood. Common symptoms include lethargy, feeling weak and fatigued, excessive hair loss, a weakened immune system and a short attention span. Find out which people are more likely to be at risk.
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8 ways to build strong bones
Bones are quite literally the support system of the body, so it’s very important to keep them strong and healthy. Bones are continuously being broken down and rebuilt in tiny amounts. Before the age 30 (when bones typically reach peak bone mass) the body is creating new bone faster but after the age 30 the bone building balance naturally shifts and more bone is lost than gained. What can you do to ensure that you're doing everything you can to keep your bones strong and healthy?
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Top Tips for Swallowing Bulky Pills
While it seems like an easy task, swallowing a pill is something that many of us have great difficulty doing. The fear of gagging causes the throat to tighten up so that the pill stays in your mouth until you spit it out. Here we look at various ways to approach the problem so that you can relax and just let the pill slide down!
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Can CLA provide salvation from cellulite?
If you’re one of the 85% of women in the UK affected by the dreaded orange peel then you'll be pleased to hear there is new hope for an effective treatment! Recent scientific studies have identified a special kind of fatty acid known as conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) as being effective in lowering body fat levels and improving the visual appearance of cellulite.
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Turmeric keeps you looking young
The proven health benefits of turmeric are well known however new research coming to light is also showing that turmeric may keep you looking young, possibly slowing down the rate at which the skin ages.
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Natural treatment for acid reflux
Acid reflux (or heartburn) is a common condition afflicting many people. Most people believe it is caused by excess acid in your stomach and are prescribed acid-blocking drugs. It is believed by many medical professionals that reducing the amount of acid in the stomach is a serious medical misconception that adversely affects hundreds of millions of people, as the problem normally results from having too little acid in your stomach.
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Pregnant women in the UK found to be iodine deficient
The UK is a first world country however pregnant women have been found to suffer from an iodine deficiency which is the world’s most prevalent, yet easily preventable, cause of brain damage. Iodine is crucial for neuro-development in the womb and through infancy, with deficiency causing many issues with metal health, developmental problems and hypothyroidism (an under active thyroid).
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Coenzyme Q10 for gum disease
Gum disease is an increasing issue in western countries, but scientific studies have found an important link between gum disease and Coenzyme Q10 deficiency. Clinical experiments have shown that supplementation with as little as 50mg per day of Coenzyme Q10 resulted in a reduction of inflammation and faster healing of gum tissue.
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