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Eating Blueberries May Lower Risk Of Liver Disease

By Mark McGhee • Jun 21st, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Consuming blueberries, a food source that contains high levels of antioxidants, may help prevent the development of liver disease, according to findings published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology.

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Report: Spine Stimulation May Benefit Parkinson’s Disease Patients

By Steven Marsh • Jun 17th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Patients who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) may have relief from symptoms associated with the condition in the near future, according to a study presented at the 2010 American Society for Stereotactical and Functional Neurosurgery.

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Consuming Pecans Daily Could Protect Against Nervous System Degeneration

By Donna Parker • Jun 10th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News, Memory problems

A new study has found that pecans may help prevent damage to the nervous system, according to findings published in Current Topics in Nutraceutical Research.

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Advancement Made In Developing Non-Invasive Gum Disease Diagnostic Test

By Donna Parker • Jun 7th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Fluid produced in the gums may lead to the development of non-invasive tests to diagnosing gum disease, according to a study published in the Journal of Proteome Research.

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You May Want To Be Careful Where You Store Your Nutritional Supplements

By Donna Parker • Jun 3rd, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News

Individuals may want to store their nutritional supplements in a safe place, as a new study suggests that vitamins that are kept in bathrooms and kitchens may be less effective. According to researchers from Purdue University, high humidity that is typically present in bathrooms and kitchens has the capacity to degrade vitamins and nutritional supplements, even if the cap is screwed on tightly.

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Whole Milk May Prevent Absorption Of Blueberry Nutrients

By Steven Marsh • May 28th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

A new study may upset those who enjoy eating certain fruits with their cereal in the morning, according findings published in Free Radical Biology and Medicine.

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Less Sleep May Lead To Adolescent Weight Gain

By Donna Parker • May 27th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Adolescents who don’t get the appropriate number of hours of sleep each night may increase their risk of developing obesity, according to findings presented at the Pediatrics Academic Societies annual meeting.

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Chemically Enriched Vegetables May Lower Cancer Risks

By Steven Marsh • May 21st, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Broccoli and tomatoes that are grown in soil rich in certain compounds may help in preventing cancer, according to a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

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Higher Hospitalization Risk Found In Kidney Patients With Depression

By Donna Parker • May 20th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Patients who have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease and are suffering from depression are more likely to be hospitalized for dialysis treatment, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

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Vitamin A Deficiency May Lead To Lung Problems In Infants

By Donna Parker • May 14th, 2010 • Category: Clogged arteries, General health, Health News, Health Resources News, Memory problems, Stroke

A new study has found a connection between vitamin A intake and the lung function of newborns, according to findings published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

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Telephone Therapy May Benefit Depression Patients

By Donna Parker • May 10th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Individuals who have been diagnosed with clinical depression may benefit from therapy done over the telephone rather than in person with their therapist, according to a study published in Behavioral Therapy.

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Nausea, Vomiting Likely Flu Symptoms During Later Trimesters Of Pregnancy

By Steven Marsh • May 7th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News, Health Resources News

Nausea and vomiting experienced during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy may be symptoms of the flu, according a study published in the May edition of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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Vitamin D Could Affect Cognitive Function Of Multiple Sclerosis Patients

By Donna Parker • Apr 30th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News

Many individuals realize the positive effects of vitamin D, and how the nutritional supplement can keep bones strong and healthy in addition to treating certain pains. However, a new study is suggesting that patients who suffer from multiple sclerosis (MS) in addition to having low vitamin D levels may also suffer from physical disabilities or cognitive impairment.

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Alternative Therapy Treatments Increase With Wealth And Age

By Donna Parker • Apr 29th, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News

Some individuals are not too keen on using prescription medication for ailments as they can sometimes lead to harmful side effects that could be worse than the initial problem.

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Study Suggests CT Scans Could Cause Cancer

By Donna Parker • Apr 21st, 2010 • Category: General health, Health News

While some people believed that computerized tomography (CT) scans are a necessity in order to diagnose possible health conditions, the machine could be leading to cancer.

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