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Roundup herbicide damages sperm

Exposure to even low doses of Roundup – the herbicide used widely on GM crops – has the potential to damage fertility in men

13 June, 2014

Red wine can help fight cavities

Scientists have shown that the antioxidant polyphenols in wine can kill bacteria that can cause cavities.

13 June, 2014

New study links air pollution to autism, schizophrenia

More and more evidence is piling up showing that environmental pollution causes brain damage in children

9 June, 2014
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Hypnosis can aid deep, restorative sleep

Unlike drugs, hypnosis has no adverse effects and it can be used to induce a deep and healing sleep in those who are susceptible, say scientists

4 June, 2014
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Want to appear more attractive to others? Try some rose oil

A pleasant aroma, say scientists, can change the way the ‘rational’ brain perceives others – making them appear more attractive

3 June, 2014

Scientists probe green tea’s protective effects in pancreatic cancer

Bioactive compounds in green tea stop cancer cells from growing by disrupting their metabolic functions, study shows

2 June, 2014
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Higher cholesterol linked to lower fertility

High cholesterol isn’t just bad for your heart, if both partners have high levels it could make it harder for you to get pregnant as well

29 May, 2014
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Every step you take – why walking is the best exercise

It doesn’t require much in the way of special equipment, clothes or planning – just get out and walk to keep your heart healthy

28 May, 2014
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High Court victory for glucosamine users

A new court ruling in the UK means that supplement users can continue to have unrestricted access to glucosamine supplements

27 May, 2014
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Watermelon extract lowers blood pressure

A new study shows that watermelon contains substances that could help reduce blood pressure in people under stress

26 May, 2014