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Skipping breakfast? You're at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease
Missing breakfast is associated with a higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease says a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
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Beat stress by nourishing your brain
Stress impacts all of our day to day lives, it impossible not to feel it and to be unaffected by it. Rather than popping pills to deal with the side effect of stress it might be wiser to tackle the route cause by nourishing the part of the brain where stress originates.
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Research suggests Montmorency cherries can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes
British researchers are now suggesting that consuming montmorency tart cherries improves certain conditions known to be precursors to type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease. These set of conditions is known as metabolic syndrome, global rates of which are on the rise.
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New research finds using sunscreen does not stop vitamin D production
A new study by UK researchers claims that the use of sunscreen on sunny days doesn't stop the body from producing vitamin D.
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Listen up vegans, this is important
To all the vegans and vegetarians out there, be aware that the best food source of B vitamins is meat, so it’s very important for non-carnivores to supplement with them. B vitamins are important for a wide range of functions, including heart health, metabolism and cognitive function. In fact, B vitamins are often called energy vitamins.
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Top supplements for a healthy spring time
We've left behind the cold weather and bleak landscape of winter and ushered in the sunshine, chirping birds and green hedgerows of spring. Sound idyllic? Not so much when you're struck down with illness that comes with seasonal change. However, primed with the right nutrients your body can fight back, leaving you to enjoy one of the most beautiful times of year.
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Supplements that fight stress
Regardless of whether you're good at managing stress or not, it affects each and every one one of us. There is an argument to say that modern day living has increased the amount of stress we feel, with mental health issues such as anxiety becoming more and more commonplace. So whether you're feeling relatively calm right now or a bit overwhelmed it's reassuring to know that you can rely on some secret stress busting weapons to keep you strong during the tougher times.
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Looking for a holistic remedy for hayfever?
Following the sudden rise in both temperature and pollen count are you suffering from an onslaught of hayfever symptoms? Tried everything and nothing seems to help alleviate the incessant sneezing and itchy eyes? Well a new research has suggested that CBD oil could be an effective new treatment.
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Protein powder isn't just for gym goers
Protein is an important part of a healthy diet for anyone but as we get older it becomes more and more important to get sufficient amounts. This is because it's key to preventing age related muscle loss (sarcopenia).
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