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Diet alone may be the key to reducing birth defects

Evidence from a large US study suggests that diet, over supplements, may be more influential in reducing birth defects

7 October, 2011
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Antibiotic overload link to inflammatory bowel disease

People who take lots of antibiotics are at greater risk of bowel disorders such as IBS and Crohn’s

2 October, 2011
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Lavender oil helps patients endure the stress of having a jab

Lavender oil has been shown to reduce pain and stress in people undergoing a medical procedure involving needles

2 October, 2011
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When it comes to volunteering, motives matter

Studies have long shown that people who give, live longer. But why we volunteer – not whether we volunteer – is what really counts

23 September, 2011
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Chocolate has heart healthy benefits

Higher levels of chocolate in your diet could substantially reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke

23 September, 2011
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Flax seeds can help cut cancer risk

A diet high in seeds, particularly flax seeds, may help slow, or even prevent, the development breast cancer

23 September, 2011
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Scientists map out how drug-resistant flu virus spreads

New data suggests that even if very few people use an anti-flu medication such as Tamiflu, viruses can rapidly mutate to be resistant to treatment

14 September, 2011
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Spice up your broccoli for a healthy bonus

Spicing up your broccoli with things like wasabi, mustard and horseradish can significantly boost its cancer-fighting properties

13 September, 2011
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Trusting your neighbours means better health

Time for a street party? A new US study says trusting your neighbours leads to health improvements

8 September, 2011
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Scented laundry products emit hazardous chemicals

Liquid laundry detergents and dryer sheets emit a frightening variety of toxic and carcinogenic chemicals, say US researchers

1 September, 2011