Sugary drinks linked to greater high-calorie food intake, study finds
Soaring intakes of sugar-sweetened drinks
are associated with increased calorie consumption of other foods such
as sweets and pizza in children, warn researchers.
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Rosemary extract shows metabolic benefits: Lab data
Scientists at spices, seasonings and
flavorings giant McCormick and Company have unlocked the mechanism
behind rosemary’s ability to reduce blood sugar spikes and cholesterol
levels.
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Insufficient cocoa flavanols in chocolate to benefit diabetics, says Diabetes UK
Diabetes UK says there are not enough
cocoa flavanols in chocolate to benefit diabetics after a study found
that a cocoa extract could help people with the condition regulate
insulin levels.
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Cocoa may help diabetics regulate insulin, says study
Diets rich in cocoa may help people with diabetes to regulate insulin levels, according to new research.
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Good bacteria may wipe out antibiotic-resistant pathogens: Study
New possibilities for novel probiotic
products are on the horizon after researchers report that some probiotic
strains can eliminate antibiotic-resistant bacteria from the gut.
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Do vitamin D levels influence genes for immune health?
Blood levels of vitamin D may affect the
expression of genes linked to immune health and inflammation, Norwegian
scientists report for the first time.
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Vitamin D pills linked to better heart health for diabetics
Supplements of vitamin D may improve
cardiovascular health for diabetics, says a new study with implications
for recommended doses in diabetics.
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Manuka found to be pivotal in fight against MRSA
In what has been dubbed a “hugely
important finding”, Australian researchers have found that medical-grade
manuka honey can be used as a new weapon in the fight against
drug-resistant bacteria, such as the MRSA superbug.
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Grape seed extract shows cardiovascular and cholesterol benefits
Supplements containing grape seed
extracts may help reduce blood pressure in people at risk of
hypertension, and improve cholesterol levels in people with metabolic
syndrome, according to two new studies.
