Archive for July, 2008

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In the News: Think yourself thin

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

A recent study by British scientists from the University of Birmingham on the impact of memory of food on snacking has suggested that if you are feeling hungry but want to lose weight remembering your last meal can suppress your appetite and reduce your desire to snack on junk food. The researchers also showed that concentrating on your food when you eat – rather than grabbing a snack on the go or eating while you watch television – makes you less likely to get hungry later on.

 

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In the News: Omega 3 may help reduce risk of Alzheimer’s

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

Researchers at Aberdeen University believe they may have found a major breakthrough in the battle against Alzheimer’s. They believe the disease can be fought with omega 3 oils, which can be found in seeds, nuts and oily fish, like salmon and mackerel. The researchers found that older people whose diets were high in omega 3 oils did far better in mental tests than those without the oils in their diet.

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In the News: Probiotics during pregnancy reduces risk of babies and children suffering allergies

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

Research from the University of Helsinki has suggested that taking probiotic supplements during pregnancy may reduce the risk of babies suffering from childhood allergies. Probiotics which can be found in live, natural yogurts are living organisms designed to restore a healthy balance in the gut and prevent stomach upsets. Some experts believe they may also stimulate the growth of the immune system and play a part in preventing asthma, allergies and eczema. 

 

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