Looking for a way to stave off colds this winter? An analysis of 10 studies involving 3451 participants has found that probiotics may be a good way to reduce your risk of upper respiratory tract infections.
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Featured: Probiotics for the common cold
Posted on Sun, 8 Jan 12
Rosemary boosts memory
Rosemary has traditionally been associated with remembrance, both in ceremony and as a medicinal herb. A clinical study has found that small amounts of the herb increase memory within just a few hours.
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Posted on Mon, 19 Dec 11
Coenzyme Q10 for Fibromyalgia
The first study to investigate treatment of fibromyalgia with coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) has demonstrated improvement in major symptoms such as fatigue, pain and migraines.
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Posted on Mon, 28 Nov 11
Calcium: aids weight loss, but confuses scientists
An important study has found that increasing calcium intake can have a significant positive effect on weight loss and body fat reduction. However, like many studies of nutrients the investigators studied calcium as if it were a drug (its not) and inappropriately dismissed the importance of these findings.
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Posted on Mon, 10 Oct 11
Omega-3 helpful for children with ADHD
A number of studies have set out to see if omega-3 supplements can reduce attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms but results have been mixed. A review of 10 studies has found that, on the whole, omega-3 supplements are beneficial.
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Posted on Mon, 3 Oct 11
Multivitamins benefit mother and baby
Low birth weight babies are at higher risk of illnesses such as diabetes, obesity and heart disease throughout childhood and in adult life. Inadequate intake of vitamins and minerals has been associated with low birth weight and a simple multivitamin may help.
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