People who consume plenty of dietary fibre may enjoy improved lung health, researchers have found.
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The Department of Health has recommended that pregnant and breastfeeding women should take supplements of vitamin D to ensure their children do not become deficient.
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Over four fifths of people are planning to increase their exercise regime in the new year, a new survey has found.
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The likelihood of vegetarians getting the nutrients they require from their diet is high thanks to their consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables.
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 Pregnant women who increase their intake of omega-3 could improve their children's motor function in late life.
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Consumers who are hoping to shed a few pounds after the festive feasting are being advised to avoid extreme diets and focus instead on foods that aid detox.
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Pregnant women who increase their intake of omega-3 could improve their children's motor function in later life.
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Britons going out in the freezing cold weather this Christmas should wrap up warm to protect their skin, according to a dermatologist.
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Britain is set to be gripped by colds and flu this year, as the particularly chilly weather brings with it a host of wintry viruses.
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Many people experience problematic skin during the winter months, but experts suggest that a few easy steps can help to increase the chances of maintaining a clear complexion.
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Giving newborn babies vitamin A supplements can increase their likelihood of surviving diarrhoea, fever and respiratory infections, a new study has claimed.
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Breast cancer patients who suffer from joint pain during chemotherapy could find relief through a higher intake of vitamin D, it has been claimed.
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US researchers are recruiting volunteers to take part in a study into the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on depression.
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Researchers in Thailand have found that aloe vera may provide an effective treatment for mouth ulcers.
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A new study published in the journal Biological Psychiatry suggests that drinking green tea may help to protect brain cells against Parkinson's disease.
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A new study by researchers in Israel has found a link between obesity and bad breath.
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A new study into ways of improving health has found that elderly people can benefit from taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.
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Researchers have found that supplements of chromium could help to improve cognitive function in elderly people.
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Vitamin C could be the key to boosting your immune system this winter, according to a health and diet expert.
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People who do not eat a balanced diet could benefit from taking dietary supplements, experts have said.
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A petition signed by over 60,000 people has been put together by the Irish Association of Health Stores (IAHS), which is concerned by proposals being considered by the European Commission.
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Students often lack necessary nutrients but experts suggest they can boost levels by supplementing their diet with vitamins and minerals.
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Women who are severely overweight are likely to find it harder to become pregnant than normal-weight females, researchers have said.
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The majority of American adults prefer to take natural remedies than prescription medicines when battling the common cold.
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A sore throat can be a miserable experience, but experts suggest a natural remedy can be found in the form of marshmallow.
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Messages advising people to stay out of the sun are leading to vitamin D deficiencies, experts have warned.
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Spices should be about health as well as flavouring food, according to experts at Ohio State University Medical Centre.
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People who work at night may be more likely to suffer from poor health, experts have claimed.
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Dietary supplements could help people to avoid feeling miserable during the dreary winter months, it has been claimed.
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Researchers are due to start the first ever clinical trial involving traditional medicines from South Africa, a nation renowned for its biological diversity.
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Researchers have found evidence that an Indian herb may help to reduce blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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The festive party season can be a draining time of the year, with revellers competing with the usual cold-weather bugs on top of a lack of sleep.
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People with high cholesterol may benefit from the carotenoids contained in tomatoes, a study has found.
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A study has found that pine bark extract can help to reduce knee pain in patients suffering from osteoarthritis (OA).
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Researchers believe that an extract commonly used to relieve stress may also be capable of prolonging life.
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While the majority of people should be able to consume enough vitamins and minerals if they maintain a balanced diet, certain groups could benefit from dietary supplements, experts have claimed.
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Caffeine addicts could be bringing themselves sleep problems, according to health experts.
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A new report has revealed that vitamin D could be used to reduce the risk of asthma.
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An increasing number of British women are experiencing hair loss and acne as a result of stress and a poor diet, researchers have said.
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Honey could provide a natural treatment for children's coughs, researchers at Penn State College of Medicine have claimed.
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An extract from broccoli may benefit patients with a devastating inherited skin disorder, researchers have said.
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