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Apple cider vinegar - are the capsules as effective as drinking it?
Apple cider vinegar has grown fashionable for its supposed weight loss benefits, studies have also found it can help diabetes sufferers manage their blood glucose levels, and it is said to help reduce risk of heart disease. But is it as effective to consume a supplement as it is to consumer it as a drink?
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More good news for red wine drinkers
You've got to love stories about red wine being good for you! Researchers at Washington University in Missouri have found that drinking at least one glass of red wine per week boosts fertility in women, while other scientific research has also found it's good for your heart, your teeth and your brain.
Learn moreWomen vitamin D deficient have a 43% higher risk of developing MS
Women with low levels of vitamin D are nearly 50% more likely to develop multiple sclerosis than those who get enough, according to a new study published in Neurology. This strengthens findings of existing research showing a link between vitamin D status and MS.
Learn moreAre sugar alternatives actually healthy?
As a nation we are getting more health conscious it seems and this has let to certain buzz words doing the rounds, one of which is refined sugar free. Products are using unprocessed alternatives instead but does that really mean it's healthy or are we getting duped by hype?
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Scientists find out why olive oil helps with weight loss
Olive oil is a Mediterranean diet staple and has been long praised for it's health benefits, including those relating to cardiovascular health, reducing osteoporosis fracture risk, reducing depression and protecting the brain from dementia. Olive oil has also been linked to weight loss but how it does this has been unclear. A new study however is claiming to have uncovered the compounds responsible for it's ability to help shed the pounds.
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Young people suffering strokes is on the rise
Experts are warning of an increase in strokes suffered by young people, including those in their 20's, 30's and 40's. The cause of which appears to be down to too much salty food in our diets.
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Beetroot boosts your muscles and helps recovery
Scientists at the University of Northumbria have discovered that beetroot helps muscles recover after intense exercise. So if you're looking for a post-gym snack, then beetroot may be the answer.
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Ways to ensure your get-fit regime doesn't fail
It's not just the new year that brings with it a new health regime, according to a study the average adult starts a health kick every three months. However more than half give up with a few hours of starting and over 60% say they never follow through with their goals. Here is a look at the typical triggers for failure and how to combat them to stay on track.
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Almonds improve cognitive ability
Almonds could improve cognitive ability and prevent memory loss according to new research published in the British Journal of Nutrition.
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