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Resveratrol gives a boost to skin cancer treatment

New research has shown that resveratrol, a compound found in grapes and red wine, can help fight melanoma

16 October, 2013
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Antioxidant and healthy fat supplements protect ageing eyes

Supplementing with lutein, zeaxanthin and healthy fats can help slow the progression age-related macular degeneration

15 October, 2013
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A meeting of East and West could lead to new cancer therapies

Combining traditional forms of Chinese and Western medicine could offer hope for developing new cancer treatments says an international team of researchers

15 October, 2013
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Pomegranate extract could help maintain heart health

A Spanish study has found that pomegranate extract can help unclog arteries by burning fat and increasing blood flow

13 October, 2013
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Liquorice gargle helps reduce postoperative throat pain

This inexpensive and widely available remedy, used in many traditional herbal practices, brings benefits to hospital patients

10 October, 2013
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Airplane noise pollution raises heart disease and stroke risk

In areas where aircraft noise is highest the risk of heart disease or stroke can be 10-20% higher than in quieter areas.

9 October, 2013
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Doctors overprescribing antibiotics for sore throats, bronchitis

Researchers say doctors are still prescribing far too many antibiotics in circumstances where these drugs will be ineffective

8 October, 2013
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A daily walk lowers breast cancer risk

Engaging in at least an hour of vigorous physical activity every day can lower a woman’s risk of breast cancer by 25%, moderate walking by 14%

7 October, 2013
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Early consumption of peanut butter may bring breast-protective benefits

In adolescent girls, regular consumption of vegetable sources of protein and fat – like peanuts – may help reduce their risk of benign breast disease and subsequent breast cancer.

3 October, 2013
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Exercise ‘as effective as drugs’ for treating common diseases

For heart disease, stroke and prediabetes, physical activity can be as effective as many drug interventions

2 October, 2013