Lifestyle

Glass of Red Wine Can Help Regulate Diabetes

November 22, 2010

A small glass of red wine consumed daily can keep adult diabetes under control, says research. A new study found that the drink contains high concentrations of chemicals that help the body regulate levels of sugar in the blood. High levels of sugar in the blood can cause tiredness, heart disease, strokes, blindness, nerve damage [...]

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Fruits, Veg Diet Can Cut Cancer Risk

November 22, 2010

Eating a wide variety of fruit and vegetables every day can slash the risk of developing lung cancer by a quarter, a study has revealed. According to the study, eating at least eight types of fruits and vegetables in a day is key and more beneficial than eating only four a day. Smokers in particular [...]

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Tomato Juice Helps Beat Bone Disease

November 22, 2010

Scientists say two glasses of tomato juice a day strengthens bones and can ward off osteoporosis. The key ingredient is thought to be lycopene, the antioxidant already credited with cutting the risk of prostate cancer in men and protecting against heart disease. Osteoporosis affects around three million people in Britain and researchers at the University [...]

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Cholesterol-Busting Pill Could Save Heart Victims

November 19, 2010

A cholesterol-busting pill that cuts the risk of heart attacks and strokes is being developed by scientists. Scientists believe the powerful new drug, anacetrapib, could save the lives of thousands of heart patients every year. Heart disease is one of biggest killers globally. The daily pill has been shown to halve the bad cholesterol level [...]

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