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Blueberries a prescription for a healthy heart

New evidence shows that daily consumptions of blueberry powder can improve blood pressure and arterial health in postmenopausal women.

Healthy teeth and gums linked to lower liver cancer risk

More benefits of healthy teeth and gums are revealed as a new European study confirms that poor oral health is associated with a 75% increased risk liver cancer.

Even light physical activity has health benefits

New evidence suggests that each extra hour of light activity above three hours – including daily chores – cuts your risk of heart attack by 15%.

Heart benefits grow in green neighbourhoods

People who live in leafy, green neighbourhoods may have a lower risk of developing heart disease and strokes, according to new research.

Top five ways to boost your health in 2019 – based on the latest research

The basics of staying healthy in 2019 and beyond are not complicated – or expensive. You just have to remember to do them!

Depression, anxiety impact health as much as smoking and obesity

A new study from the US suggests that when the time comes for annual check-ups, health care providers may be overlooking a critical question: Are you depressed or anxious?

Weight control and heart benefits linked to daily nut consumption

A daily serving of nuts or peanuts could help prevent weight gain, normalise insulin response and provide other heart health benefits, according to two new studies.

Growing evidence that noise is bad for your health

New guidelines on noise pollution from the World Health Organization emphasise the many ways in which environmental noise affects the body.

Green tea’s role in preventing ‘Alzheimer’s of the heart’

Clumps of proteins – similar to those in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients – can be found in diseased hearts; the green tea antioxidant EGCG is one way to help prevent them.

Heart benefits with full-fat dairy

The type of saturated fat found in full-fat dairy products doesn’t hurt – and say researchers may even help – heart and circulatory health.

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