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Probiotic supplementation lessens tummy pain in children according to Italian study
Water consumption important consideration for weight loss, joint pain and fatigue
Research suggests Vitamin B6 is linked to lower lung cancer risk
Saw Palmetto extract matches known urinary tract drug in effectiveness
Colostrum supplementation may boost immune function after exercise
Chemo is so toxic that healthcare workers appear to be dying by just handling it
New research again shows exercise to be a beneficial treatment for depression
Families with authoritative parents are more likely to eat together, be healthy
Creatine at low doses promotes resistance to fatigue according to study
Vitamin C and other antioxidants shown to be beneficial in fighting diabetes
Natural products available for those looking to limit exposure to harsh chemicals
Subway sandwich bread not all it's touted to be, loaded with corn syrup
Probiotics shown to help with fat and weight loss in Japanese study
Number suffering cholesterol drug side effects greater than those benefitting
Partial court victory over FDA regarding cancer-fighting properties of selenium
USDA to clarify, further regulate what makes olive oil 'virgin' or 'extra virgin'
World Health Organization scientists linked to swine flu vaccine makers
Who Will Watch the Watchers? The GAO witch hunt against nutritional supplements
Fruit and veggies reduce inflammation, lower disease risk in study from Spain
Statin side effects include liver issues, kidney failure, muscle weakness, cataracts
Orange flavonoids combat free radical activity following high fat meals
Australia bans flu vaccine for children under 5 following adverse reactions
About one-third of population think they have food allergies, but hardly any do
Lycopene may reduce risk of asthma according to UK study
Bad night's sleep wreaks havoc on metabolism, hampers body's insulin use
WHO admits swine flu errors while critics question drug company links
Blueberries may protect muscles from exercise damage according to new study
Eight invented diseases big pharma is banking on for their future profits
Well-done meat increases bladder cancer risk in University of Texas study
Chemicals in cosmetics and foods may affect female development, study finds
Is cleanliness to blame for increasing allergies in developed countries?
U.S. beef not tested for chemicals such as antibiotics and pesticides, audit says
Green tea extract dietary supplements effective for weight loss at low doses
Sneeze No More: Getting Rid of Allergy Symptoms Without Drugs
Contraceptives in treated wastewater still strong enough to cause infertility in fish
Antioxidant supplements show benefits for over-50 sporty-type individuals
Flaxseed lowers cholesterol in men by 10% to 20% in 90 days, study suggests
Honey bees, and quality honey supply, in more trouble than ever after bad winter
Women must exercise 60 minutes daily or cut significant calories to maintain weight
'Good fat' cuts heart risk by a fifth, according to Harvard Medical report
Study suggests Vitamin B3 may help improve neurological function after stroke
Vitamin A’s critical role in energy production is identified by scientists
Brain power enhanced with magnesium supplementation in cognitive fuction study
Even in slow economy, the FDA receives another substantial budget increase
New research suggests that regular use of NSAIDS increases risk of hearing loss
Tell your senators to oppose the mis-labeled Dietary Supplement Safety Act
Vitamin B3, or niacin, may help improve neurological function after stroke
Gut microflora and diabetes: Study suggests role for probiotics and prebiotics
Quick, easy summary to distinguish bad, unhealthy fats from essential good fats
Walking combined with glucosamine linked to Osteoarthritis relief in Australian study
Test developed for distinguishing pure honey from those with artificial sweeteners
48 percent of fast food soda fountains contain bacteria that grew in feces
Omega-3 may combat mouth bacteria, boost oral health according to study
Strength training for older women pays dividend of increased cognitive function
Ten immune-boosting foods to fortify the system and ward off winter colds and flu
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory effects of nuts offers protection from top diseases
Ten Diet Commandments for Pain Patients
Study Finds Vitamin D Deficiency Related to Increased Inflammation, Disease Risk
Vitamin D is shaping up to be the nutrient of the year, if not the decade
Study adds liver health to long list of benefits already attributed to Omega-3 intake
Widely prescribed anti-depressants no more effective than placebos for most patients
Beef parts once used only for pets now injected with ammonia, served in fast food
Back-peddling: Harvard researchers say swine flu oversold by public health officials
Omega-3 deficiency causes 96,000 US deaths per year, say Harvard researchers
Another Vitamin C discovery: It enhances generation of adult cells into stem cells
Research finds black tea best at reducing free radical damage, fighting diabetes
High fructose syrup in junk foods more detrimental to health than other sweeteners
Pill-popper celebrities lead trend to legal prescription drug abuse in the U.S.
Anti-depressants 'up stroke risk'
Antioxidants may boost colon health
It Starts With the Core--basic exercises
CT Scan radiation likely causes 29,000 cancers per year, researchers warn
Supplement Of Probiotics Provides A New Therapy For Ulcerative Colitis
9 Unexpected Things in Drinking Water
Look up water quality report from your local water company online
Just say no to antibacterial soap: Surface bacteria maintain skin's healthy balance
Flaxseed Oil Could Help Reduce Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Risk
Vitamin D deficiency linked directly to heart disease in new U.S. study
Exercise May Keep Your Cells Biologically Young According to Study of 50 year-olds
Another Cause of Obesity: The Quality of Bacteria in Your Gut?
Omega-3 plus glucosamine ‘superior’ for joint health: Study
Fish must be baked or boiled, not fried, to receive omega-3 fatty acid benefit
Children’s exposure to dirt builds strong immune system, prevents allergies
Legal prescription drugs now biggest cause of fatal drug overdoses
Moldovan army gives soldiers daily dose of onions and garlic to fight H1N1 flu
European regs keeping common nutritional supplements from consumers, costing billions
Natural health proponents were correct: Yearly mammograms now deemed dangerous
Inadequate Levels of Vitamin D May Increase Risk of Stroke, Heart Disease
Obese more at risk of swine-flu complications
Omega-3 may protect healthy men from chest pains according to study
Silk soy milk falsely advertised as organic according to Cornucopia Institute
Evidence Suggests Vegetables Can Protect Unborn Children Against Diabetes
Depression linked to processed food
M2 Protein And Antioxidants May Be Key To Reducing H1N1 Influenza Damage
A compound in extra virgin olive oil could deter Alzheimer’s, according to U.S. study
One in five kids not getting enough Vitamin D, needs more sunshine
Heated high-fructose corn syrup a danger to humans and honey bees
Use of acid-suppressive medications associated with increased risk of pneumonia
2008 flu shot recipients twice as likely to get flu as non-recipients: Canadian study
Exercise can extend survival even in 'oldest old'
Big surprise: Study links drinking soda, obesity
Tea and vitamin consumers may have younger biological age
Eighteen reasons not to vaccinate this flu season
Study says fruit and veggies tied to cognitive function
Poor health choices guarantee high U.S. healthcare costs
Americans average 22 teaspoons of sugar a day
Over Half Million Kids Yearly Suffer Drug Interactions
Health advice from oldest man: exercise more, eat less
Prescriptions increasing accidental poisoning deaths
New 'Smart Choices' Food Labels Are Deceptive
Antioxidants plus exercise may boost bones in older women
Health dept doc fired for attacking fast food
Supplement users may have better cancer survival
Ocean coral shows potential for treating nerve pain
Antioxidants from black tea may aid diabetics
Antioxidant may boost exercise endurance
More Evidence Healthy Lifestyle Prevents Heart Disease
Healthy Diet, Exercise Keeps Mind Sharp As You Age
Grains cut hypertension rates in new Harvard study
Exercise trumps angioplasty in heart disease study
Obesity-swine flu connection studied
Could vinegar be a natural fat fighter?
Vegetarians 'avoid more cancers'
Exercise lowers drug need for arthritis patients
Vitamin K2 may boost bone health in adolescents
ADHD-drug patients die at higher rate than other kids
Low Vitamin D and Calcium Suggested in Cancer Development
Safe Exercise Strategies for Adolescents and Teens
Oily fish 'can halt eye disease'
Study links multivitamins to younger ‘biological age’
Oleic fatty acid curbs hunger
Seven reasons not to dismiss statin drug-caused pain
More acetaminophen overdose cautions
Probiotics may help women regain figures after pregnancy
Mushrooms: Unearthing a nutritional treasure
Boy with cancer vows to resist chemo punching & kicking
Minnesota judge forces chemo treatment on teen
Insufficient vitamin D may boost asthma risk
Germany Bans Cultivation of GM Corn
Science supports vitamin D for fewer broken bones
The Swine Flu Pandemic – Fact or Fiction?
Healthy fats boost ‘good’ cholesterol, cut dementia risk
Vioxx maker Merck and Co drew up doctor hit list
Synthetic Vitamin B9 (folic acid) cancer concern
Sports drink consumption ’causes tooth erosion’
China approves probiotics for ‘allergy prevention’
B vitamins may offer migraine relief
Pea protein may cut blood pressure and help kidneys
Monsanto GM-corn harvest fails massively in South Africa
Among 4-year-olds, 1 in 5 obese, study finds
Have asthma? Broccoli sprouts may help
Corn-based food system is making U.S. unhealthy
No GMO foods in the White House, but okay for rest of us
Drug company ‘clinical trials’ proven to be a joke
Study Finds Sunny Side of Eggs
Grape Extracts May Work Against Harmful Gut Bacteria
The corporate truth: Burt's Bees, Tom's of Maine, others
Obesity danger 'rivals smoking'
Congress set to bar BPA from all food containers
Vitamin C wards off gout in men: study
Omega-3 linked to healthy eyes
Sunshine vitamin diminishes risk of colds, flu
Study suggests tea to slash stroke risk
Paper on statin drugs' adverse effects released
Consumer education group requests FDA review of Splenda
Ron Paul Introduces Bill to End Interstate Raw Milk Ban
Study links plant lignans to healthier, thinner women
Almost $1 billion for vaccines included in bailout packet
Rampaging chimp was given Xanax for anxiety
FDA classifies a natural form of Vitamin B6 as a drug
Diet high in fruit, veggies, nuts, legumes protects brain
UK plans alternative therapy 'crackdown'
In recession, gov't spends fortune monitoring Rx drug use
Healthy Foods Ward off Salmonella and E. Coli
Study supports pomegranate anti-prostate cancer potential
Study links autism with chemical-laden environment
Susceptibility to Colds Linked to a Lack of Sleep
High vitamin C linked to lower blood pressure in women
Green tea plus exercise speeds the loss of tummy fat
Beekeeper asserts GMO crops behind ‘bee colony collapse’
Diet tied to survival in breast cancer patients
Garlic: Stinking Rose or Magic Bullet?
Studies support exercise when suffering from a cold
$1.42 billion Zyprexa settlement, but drug keeps selling
Obese Americans now outweigh the merely overweight
Berry Compound Reduces Oxidative Stress, Aging Effect
Recession-related cuts mean worse eating habits for many
Low selenium levels may be weakening muscles: study
Some Asthma Drugs Too Risky, FDA Told
Antioxidants help manage pain in Indian study
Esophageal cancer linked to osteoporosis drugs
Virgin olive oil extracts can benefit heart health
Medical fascism is here: Forced flu shots in Alaska
8 Surprising Causes of Bad Breath
Selenium supplements may boost heart health: Study
60% of health professionals steer clear of flu shots
Sweet foods numb taste buds, encourage more consumption
Herb Stevia finally permitted to be called sweetener
Diabetes increases cancer mortality risk
About 1 in 3 adults, 1 in 9 kids use alternative medicine
New Study Firmly Ties Hormone Use to Breast Cancer
Six Ways to Reduce Inflammation Without Statin Drugs
Obese children risk thyroid damage
Supplement industry fights drug-only weight loss theory
Blueberries 'reverse memory loss'
Garlic and onions may reduce cholesterol gallstones
Research on mice links fast food to Alzheimer's
Good Bacteria Drives Intestinal Response To Infection
Tranquilizer Detox Withdrawal Can Last Years
Ancient Chinese Salad Plant Updated into Cancer-killer
Increasing raw food intake sparks life change—and a movie
Balanced diet includes protein portions at each meal
Grapes may protect against salt-induced hypertension
10 Reasons Not to Skimp on Sleep
Mandatory Flu Shots for Preschoolers Cause Outrage in NJ
Green tea extract may lower blood pressure: study
Licorice root help for digestive disorders
New cases of diabetes up 90 percent in past decade
Safety a problem for new generation drugs, too
Study shows spine alignment can lower blood pressure
Sunshine, vitamin D creation can help infertile males
Foods to fight depression (no, not sweet snacks)
Drug makers poised to expand during slow economy
Speed of eating 'key to obesity'
Junk Food Causes a Third of Heart Attacks
Only 15% of Americans are familiar with probiotics
Scientists testify regarding cancer risk from cell phones
Cosmetics leave hormone-disrupting chemicals in teens
Ten super foods that have a common link: antioxidants
Vitamin C May Reduce Stroke Risk
'Friendly' Bacteria Protect Against Type 1 Diabetes
St John’s wort works for depression, says new review
Honey effective in killing chronic sinusitis bacteria
Prince Charles targets GMO crop giants in attack
Meat 'ups prostate cancer risk'
Overeating makes the brain ‘go haywire’
Pollution 'hinders heart pacing'
Many popular cereals are more than 50 percent sugar
In U.S. & Canada, carrying raw foods can get you arrested
Liver disease plagues obese adolescents
Woman loses 160 lbs by switching to raw food diet
American Kids Most Medicated
Broccoli 'may help protect lungs'
Vitamin B12 deficiency is a ‘public health problem’
‘The Mothers Act’ requires drugging of pregnant women
Mineral deficiencies drive women to literally eat stones
Antibiotics linked to cerebral palsy
Obesity increases hospitalization risk for asthmatics
BPA linked to cardiovascular disease, obesity & diabetes
FDA Posts First Online List of Potential Problem Drugs
Save Our Seniors...from 9.6 million yearly drug reactions
Red Bull drink raises stroke risk in Australian study
FDA investigates apparent cancer link to cholesterol drug
Vitamin B12 deficiency linked to brain, memory loss
Exercise may reverse brain damage from radiation therapy
Depression treatment failures: blood-letting to drugs
Study busts myths that running is bad for you
Antibiotics send 140,000 to emergency room each year
High uric acid associated with high blood pressure
Broccoli may undo diabetes damage
Study suggests acupuncture may ease chronic headaches
Acid, ulcer drugs increase risk of bone fractures: study
Plant foods essential for preserving muscle mass
Scientists document GM food problems, call for ban
12 Food Additives to Avoid
Is Your Drinking Water Giving You Diabetes?
FDA reports new deaths with diabetes drug Byetta
Government officials, ‘experts’ to discuss vaccine deaths
Pain in women ‘linked with low vitamin D’
Creatine Plus Exercise Enhances Strength In Older Adults
Being too fat 'can damage sperm'
Drug companies increasing some prices 100-1,000%
Broccoli 'fights' heart disease
Mainstream media finally ‘discovers’ Stevia benefits
U.S. children exercise less as they age
Viagra-like effects of watermelon may benefit heart
The Nutritional Component of Anti-Aging
12 Babies die during vaccine trials in Argentina
Fitness may combat Alzheimer's progress
Green tea protects against heart disease: study
Despite harshest drug laws, U.S. leads world in abuse
Antibiotic ignorance leads to drug-resistant superbugs
Are There Deadly Superbugs in your Pork?
Drugs to Build Bones May Weaken Them
Canadian government reverses its proposed supplement regs
U.S. obesity rates up 2% since 2005
Helpful Bacteria May Hide in Appendix
Lack of ‘healthy’ sunshine raises death risk
Sixty-plus drugs fail to rein in rising hypertension rate
Pens out, free meals still in for drug marketing to docs
Preparation method affects nutritional value of veggies
Study on probiotics shows anti-inflammatory potential
Pharmaceutical drug sales continue to mushroom
Little Time for Exercise? Study shows ‘sprints’ work
Cholesterol drug makers push drugs for 8-year-olds
Heavy babies prone to arthritis as adults
Another benefit of HDL cholesterol may be memory support
‘Fat’ fines in Japan due to increased healthcare costs
Mother's junk food 'harms child'
Good attitude and weight common traits for centenarians
Seven Strategies to Say No to Diet Drugs
Americans battle government to acquire healthier raw milk
Health official documents vaccine fallacies, dangers
Breast-feeding seen to curb type 2 diabetes later
Pomegranate extract 'could reduce inflammation'
Study: Healthy Lifestyle Triggers Genetic Changes
The United States of (prescription) Advertising
Chinese herbal remedies amaze quake surgeons
Sleep: A Necessity, Not a Luxury
Toxins from vinyl shower curtains causing health problems
U.S. life expectancy up, but lags behind other countries
Study: Diet and exercise interventions prevent diabetes
Beta Blockers Raise Stroke, Death Risk After Surgery
Study links hypoglycemia, heart risk
Alcohol reduces, while smoking increases, arthritis risk
Salt restriction hinders exercisers
New Hints Seen That Red Wine May Slow Aging
Kids' Low Vitamin D Worries Doctors
Inhalers pollute environment (and patients?)
Three Minutes a Day to Keep Back Pain Away
Addressing allergies without drugs
Vitamin D may help curb breast cancer, study finds
Anti-drug funds used to highlight prescription drugs
AZ company close to FDA approval for stevia as sweetener
Osteoporosis drug fosamax linked to heart problem
Study Links Air Pollution to Blood Clots in Veins
Adding poles to walking routine lowers impact on joints
Vitamin D found to guard against artery disease
The Nocebo Effect: Placebo's Evil Twin
Families will make case for vaccine link to autism
GMO crops kill bees, leaving implications for humans
Laughter Is Powerful Medicine
Too much, too little sleep tied to ill health
Osteoporosis strikes six out of 100 men by the age of 65
How the AMA limits your choices for healthcare
Stretching, the most important exercise
GMO crops and Monsanto’s power over farmers
Excessive intake of aspartame affects brain enzymes
Managing Arthritis With Diet, Exercise and Supplements
Exercise-heart study casts doubt on 'fit but fat' theory
Professors study natural healing potential of clay
Easy Ways to Cook Whole Grains
Flu season worst in 4 years; vaccine ineffective again
Panel Says Link Between Smog and Premature Death Is Clear
Contaminated heparin found in 11 countries; 81 dead in US
Heart screening urged before kids get ADHD drugs
U.S. Wal-Marts to pull baby bottles with BPA
Debate rages over plastic bottle chemical’s safety
Inactivity link to mental decline
Synthetic Vitamin E linked to lung cancer
Vitamin D deficiency linked to muscle pain, other ailment
Celebrex Risky in High-Risk Patients, Study Finds
Trans-fats linked to breast cancer risk in study
Estrogen-only therapy linked to breast lumps
Diesel fumes can affect your brain, scientists say
Sleepless babies risk obesity
Study: Drug errors hurt 1 in 15 hospitalized kids
Ex-Drug Sales Rep Testifies How Industry Influences Docs
Expert claims mobile phones 'more dangerous than smoking'
Research: Avoid dehydration, but don’t guzzle
With gardening, organic doesn’t always mean safe
Doctors Wary After Cholesterol Drug Flop
Complications From Heartburn on the Rise
FDA investigates link between allergy drugs and suicide
Wal-Mart switch to hormone-free milk shows consumer power
Big belly boosts risk of later dementia
Could a Neck Adjustment Lower Your Blood Pressure?
New Study Confirms Benefits of Organic Produce
‘Boot Camps’ offer alternative for chronic pain sufferers
New Ginkgo biloba study shows memory support properties
Obesity one of reasons joint replacements increasing
More testing needed on drugs in tap water
Vaccine case draws new attention to autism debate
Diet Soda Just as Bad as Regular Soda
FDA to monitor use of prescription drugs
Drinking may boost blood pressure more than thought
A Bare-Bones Look at Bone Health
Research shows antidepressants are mostly ineffective
France launches drug company manslaughter investigation
Olive oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties
Diet soda and meat linked to heart disease in U.S. study
Eating fish could protect the brain from decline
'Even light exercise' aids health
A Good Night’s Sleep in 10 Easy Steps
Glass of olive oil every day for world’s oldest woman
Crazy as it sounds, some take drugs to get a 'big bottom'
Side effects mounting for Pfizer's anti-smoking drug
Sugar Substitutes May Contribute to Weight Gain
Study shows probiotics help athletes resist infection
New York Times: Is Fibromyalgia a Real Disease?
Multivitamin prostate warning
Medicinal plants 'facing threat'
Die-Hard Sports Fans Face Heart Risk
Excessive Caffeine May Hamper Diabetes Control
Gout surge blamed on sweet drinks
Do statin drugs prolong life or improve quality of life?
Threat on Nutritional Supplements from EU and UN
45% of Doctors Prescribe Placebos to Keep Patients Quiet
Breast milk 'may be allergy key'
Nutritional benefits of raw honey are numerous
Actor using 6 prescription drugs at time of death
Green tea extract is cancer aid, according to Mayo Clinic
Scientific American: 'Second Thoughts about Fluoride'
Coffee 'raises miscarriage risk'
Study: Synthetic Calcium boosts risk of heart disease
FDA declaring cold medicines too risky for tots
Lipoic acid could reduce atherosclerosis, weight gain
Trials find no benefits of cholesterol drug Zetia
Obesity now a 'lifestyle' choice, despite health issues
Study: Moderate drinkers and exercisers live longest
Smoking link to hearing problems
Canadian Retailer Bans Some Plastic Bottles due to B.P.A.
Therapy & Exercise as Good as Surgery for Knee Pain
High carbohydrate & vegetarian diets best for weight loss
Study: anti-psychotic drugs ineffective
UK and US 'keenest on fast food'
Sleep disruptions may up diabetes risk
Vitamins 'prevent dementia'
Honey More Effective Than Cold Medicine for Kids' Coughs
A Gap in Knowledge About Kids, Medication
Do your part to stop FDA treating supplements like drugs
Combination of plant oil and exercise reduces cholesterol
Drug makers refuse to release study on cholesterol drugs
Obese kids may face heart risks later
Study: Teen abuse of painkillers a persistent ill
Products with good bacteria get popular
Disney's Small World supersized for heavier passengers
Unpasteurized milk legislation introduced by Ron Paul
Thousands of kids get dud vaccines
Big brother plans jail time for failing to immunize
Flu shot’s side effects cause for stronger warning label
Drug to stop smoking can generate suicidal feelings
Vaccines threaten up to 44,000 soldiers
Beans and berries top the list of high antioxidant foods
Cannibas compound 'halts cancer'
Daily tea consumption may compare to calcium for bones
Death, hysterectomy risk higher for choosing caesarean
Public health experts: Walk for half hour, cut red meat
Vioxx settlement to total $4.85 bn, due to side affects
Herbs 'more helpful' than drugs for period pain
Onions 'cut heart disease risk', thanks to flavonoids
Exercise as effective as medicine in combating depression
Powerful staph hits 3,802 in Arizona
The ‘Poisonous Cocktail’ of Multiple Drugs
No cold medicines for young children
HOW you fight with partner affects health, not IF
Green tea may help diabetics; black tea, concentration
Why garlic is good for the heart
Flu vaccines may not save elderly lives
Obesity may push U.S. health costs above Europe
Bad fats disrupt electricity in heart
Is Your Doctor in Denial About Drug Side Effects?
U.S. Study Finds Jump in Drug Injury Reports
Obese U.S. Youngsters Suffer Iron Deficiency
A Pictorial of What The World Eats
Children Sicker Now Than in Past, Harvard Report Says
LA Foundation Urges End to Subsidies for Unhealthy Foods
Alcohol link to bowel cancer risk
Death too big a risk for Crohns drug
Flouride, a longtime blessing, now a curse?
Pharmaceutical Companies Pay Most to Party in Power
China Corners Vitamin Market
Brain Tumor Link to Pesticides
FDA Issues Safety Alert on Diabetes Drug
First over-the-counter diet drug debuts
Spending on Lobbying Thrives
Overweight Higher Asthma Risk
Organic is Healthier
Obese File Twice as Many Workers' Comp Claims
Nigeria Sues Drugs Giant Pfizer
Med Diet Could Prevent Asthma
Many dieters 'finish up heavier'
Caution: Some soft drinks may seriously harm your
Bright Idea: Sunlight Curbs Afternoon Drowsiness
Hacking Your Body's Bacteria for Better Health
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