January 12th, 2008
CNN Health recently explored the health benefits of fish compared with potential health risks, and drew some really interesting conclusions.
You already know that fish is a great source of lean protein and those oh-so-important omega-3 fatty acids that play a role in critical fetal development and ongoing brain and hormonal function throughout life. But you […]
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December 7th, 2007
Diabetics seem to have more bone fractures than non-diabetics, and one recent study may have found the reason why:
New research raises the possibility that long-term treatment with rosiglitazone, as Avandia is also called, could lead to osteoporosis. The diabetes drug is used to improve response to insulin.
While bones seem solid, they constantly are being broken […]
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October 6th, 2007
According to recent reports, nutrition labels may be misleading consumers into underconsuming some key nutrients, particularly calcium.
A woman at risk for osteoporosis is told by her doctor to get 1,200-1,500 milligrams of calcium every day. But when she looks at the Nutrition Facts panel on a carton of yogurt or a jug of milk, she […]
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October 5th, 2007
Well, kind of, anyway. Jul over at Veggie Chic shares that certain vitamins can actually have a negative effect on your health, according to recent findings reported by the BBC.
According to the article…
Millions worldwide use antioxidant supplements such as vitamins A and E, and beta-carotene.
Looking at dozens of previous studies, Copenhagen University researchers suggested […]
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September 26th, 2007
I’ll go first: No. I have one, but I’m not taking it. Ever. I also have fish oil capsules for omega-3 fatty acids, which are supposed to help with my mood swings as well as making my hair all luxurious and whatnot, but I’m not taking that either. Nor am I taking my folic acid […]
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