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Flavonoid-rich diet protects against Parkinson’s

Study shows anthocyanins – a flavonoid found in purple berries – can protect against Parkinson’s disease

10 April, 2012
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IBS link to miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy

New research shows suffering from IBS can make getting pregnant – and staying pregnant – more difficult

5 April, 2012
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Canada set to ban toxic antibacterial triclosan

Canada is set to declare antibacterial triclosan, found in many toothpastes, mouthwashes and soaps, an environmental toxin

5 April, 2012
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In a creative slump? Gaze at something green!

Looking at something green for just a few seconds can significantly boost creativity, according to a new study

3 April, 2012
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Thyme tincture out-performs conventional acne creams

UK scientists say herbal preparations of thyme could be more effective at treating skin acne than prescription creams

30 March, 2012
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‘Nutrition facts’ labels not enough to encourge healthy eating

We know it’s bad, but we still eat it. Putting nutritional information on food, say scientists, does not lead to healthy eating

30 March, 2012
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Whenever you’re in the room, bacteria levels rise

Just moving around on carpeted floors can send 37 million bacteria into the air every hour, say Yale scientists

29 March, 2012
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Popcorn – more concentrated antioxidants than fruit and veg

We’re loving this one! Popcorn can be a healthy snack say US scientists, just make sure it’s air popped – and non GMO

29 March, 2012
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US Congress to review toxic cosmetic ingredients

Recent health scandals have forced the US Congress is to review cosmetic safety for the first time in decades

27 March, 2012
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Chemicals in sunscreens linked to endometriosis

Hormone-disrupting chemical sunscreening agents called benzophenones may raise your risk of developing endometriosis

27 March, 2012