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Recent research results about the effectiveness of omega 3 fatty acids in the prevention of secondary heart attacks have been generalized to cast doubt on the value of the ingredients' overall effectiveness in cardiovascular health.

Padma Lakshmi , Susan Sarandon , Whoopi Goldberg and another 100 million women worldwide contend with endometriosis, in which endometrial cells that line the uterus grow outside the uterus, causing adhesions, scarring, severe pain and a 30 to 40 percent risk of infertility.

A diet rich in antioxidants, especially lutein and zeaxanthin , vitamin E and vitamin C has been shown to promote eye health.

The research findings, published in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, hold that some nutrients increase during the canning process.

MONTH course of garlic supplements can reduce cholesterol levels by 8 per cent, University of Adelaide research shows.

Frontiers in Endocrinology Differential roles of orexin receptors in the regulation of sleep/wakefulness Takeshi Sakurai, the lead author on the 1998 article that first described orexin, here reviews the latest research on orexin and its role in regulating sleep and wakefulness.

Supplementing the diet of lab animals with magnesium L-threonate may boost the memory lead to the consolidation and retention of conditioned taste aversion , says a new study that adds to the science behind the ingredient.

Vitamin C or L-ascorbic acid, or simply ascorbate , is an essential nutrient for humans and certain other animal species.

Nearly 400 new cereals hit the market last year. Adding to the confusion as you stand in the store aisle: Nutritional differences among brands are more vast than with almost any other kind of food, experts say.

Time to stock your shelves with a new cookbook or two. The James Beard Foundation announced its winners May 3 for its annual competition.

The move into higher value human nutrition markets has helped Omega Protein weather supply uncertainties and boost profits.

Liberty Market has locally-grown, organic mushrooms from Thacker's Mushrooms . Because mushrooms suck up any toxins in their growing environment, it is especially critical to know where your mushrooms come from, and to purchase organically grown mushrooms.

Scientists at King's College London have discovered vitamin D has the potential to significantly cut the symptoms of sufferers.

It is well known that extra virgin olive oil is good for the body - boosting heart health and even lowering the risk of certain kinds of cancer.

Getting enough deep sleep is arguably one of the most important and overlooked factors for good health.

A report by the state Office of Environmental Health looked at the hazards of exposure to hydrogen chloride gas, specifically when formulated for use in clandestine meth labs, and lists death as the ultimate side effect.Tony Reed photo.

It is 70 years since the Ministry of Food's leaflets taught Britons to eat well on rations and stay 'fit for the fight' during the Second World War.

Cabbage is a leafy green vegetable known for its dense-leaved heads and is mainly available as broccoli and cauliflower.

A Tauranga service station has removed the relaxation drink "Good Night" from sale after a Bay of Plenty Times Weekend investigation revealed it contained a natural sedative.

Vitamin D supplements may help those with Crohn's disease overcome the fatigue and decreased muscle strength associated with the inflammatory bowel disease, according to new research.