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If you listened to most doctors, you'd have to believe fish oils are fabulous. The problem with getting your essential fatty acids from fish oil is that you get more than you bargained for.

As more problems arise with pharmaceutical treatments for Alzheimer's disease, two new studies suggest that compounds in cinnamon and vitamins B12, B6, and folate may offer some protection against the disease that presently affects some 5 million people in the U.S. Just today a new study in Science suggested that last year's "breakthrough" ... (more)

A FOOD supplement available over the counter could halve the risk of death in patients suffering from heart failure, research suggests.

Regular doses of the dietary supplement Coenzyme Q10 cut in half the death rate of patients suffering from advanced heart failure, in a randomized double-blind trial.

Thanks to the myriad of photos now being posted online, more people than ever are undergoing cosmetic procedures, according to a new survey of plastic surgeons.

ConsumerLab.com , an independent research group that reviews health and nutritional products, measured the level of epigallocatechin gallate-EGCG, the main green tea antioxidant credited for aiding in weight loss, heart health, and more-in bottled and brewable green teas as well as supplements.

The secret to eating single-origin, hyperlocal chocolate: Make it in your own kitchen.

Given the choice, most consumers say they prefer to get their nutrition from eating 'real' food - not popping pills - and ideally, foods 'naturally' rich in the desired nutrients.

Prevention is the key to burn-free skin, but sometimes SPF lotion and a cute hat don't stand up to the Summer sun.

Despite the rarity of white lions - there are fewer than 300 affected by the white colouring - the zoo's owners have decided not to seek mates for their two white lions, Frosty and her half-brother Casper.

There has been a lot of interest in the value of fish oil supplements to help promote good health.

A former reporter and bureau chief for broadcast outlets and magazines, Truman Lewis has covered presidential campaigns, state politics and stories ranging from organized crime to environmental protection.

Glucosamine supplements that millions of Americans take to help treat hip and knee osteoarthritis may have an unexpected side effect: They may increase risk for developing glaucoma, a small new study of older adults suggests.

Canned peaches can pack as many, or in some cases, more nutrients than fresh ones, research suggests.

Vitamin C as a cancer treatment adjunct received a boost with the release of recent research results in the May edition of Cancer Chemotherapy and Pharmacology.

New Delhi, May 23 : Easy-to-prepare summer salads can help you feel cool in the soaring temperatures, suggest chefs, who recommend nutritious and light preparations to beat the heat.

It is common knowledge now that there is a correlation between good nutrition, health and beauty.

These tasty legumes are high in healthy monounsaturated fat and fiber and are loaded with nutrients.

Most entrepreneurs are accustomed to long days and hectic schedules. But if you want to make smart decisions for your company, what you put in your body matters almost as much as how many hours you put in at the office.

Sweet or savory, hot or mild, relish is nothing more than some chopped and preserved fruits and vegetables, depending on the variety; and therefore contains all of the health benefits of the produce it contains.