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Friday, September 10, 2010

Polyphenol antioxidants inhibit iron absorption

Posted by Yahoo! News Search Results for natural alternative medicine on August 23, 2010

Health benefits from polyphenol antioxidants -- substances found in many fruits and vegetables -- may come at a cost to some people. Penn State nutritional scientists found that eating certain polyphenols decreased the amount of iron the body absorbs, which can increase the risk of developing an iron deficiency.

Alternative Treatments for Insomnia Are Replacing Drugs

Posted by Yahoo! News Search Results for natural alternative medicine on August 13, 2010

If you are among the 20-30 percent of the population who suffers from insomnia there is a host of natural remedies that can help you. Missing out on some shut eye can put your health at risk. Sleep deprivation can lead to anxiety, depression, concentration problems and a lack of energy. You may also be at increased risk for lifestyle diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and ...

Cambridge public health professor says it’s true: biking is good for you

Posted by Yahoo! News Search Results for natural alternative medicine on July 24, 2010

The Harvard School of Public Health recently conducted a study on bicycling and weight control among women. The study found that premenopausal women who make even small increases in the amount of time they spend bicycling or walking briskly every day decrease their risk of gaining weight.

Can Supplements Ease Menopause Symptoms?

Posted by Yahoo! News Search Results for natural alternative medicine on July 23, 2010

What's Your Reaction? An HT alternative? Hot flashes, insomnia, mood swings, and the other symptoms of menopause can be unpleasant and difficult to manage. Hormone therapy (HT) can help in the short term, but long-term HT can increase a woman's risk of breast cancer, stroke, and heart attacks.

Alzheimer’s Society Comment On Study Claiming Vitamin E Could Reduce Risk Of Developing Dementia

Posted by Yahoo! News Search Results for natural alternative medicine on July 6, 2010

High levels of vitamin E in the blood could be linked with a decreased risk for Alzheimer's disease in older age a new study has suggested. The research published in the Journal of Alzheimer's disease claims people with high levels of several Vitamin E compounds have a 45-54 per cent lower risk of developing dementia. The study conducted at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm looked at the ...