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Oily fish linked to arthritis relief
A diet rich in oily fish, such as mackerel or tuna, may help reduce inflammation in people who suffer from arthritis, it has … read more.
High-fructose diet linked to poor cardiovascular health
A diet high in fructose has been found to increase blood pressure in men, according to a new report.
Findings
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New kids' weight loss scheme proves successful
A new programme designed to help fight childhood obesity has proved effective in encouraging children to eat more healthily and reduce the amount of time they spend in front of a TV or computer screen.
According to a new report published
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Guided fitness training 'good for diabetics'
Fitness training led by a physical therapist may help improve muscle strength and exercise capacity in people with type 2 diabetes, … read more.
Thin friends risk reduced-portion diet plans
Slim friends who eat a lot could impact a dieter's weight loss plans, a new study suggests.
A report published in
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Comfort foods 'chosen more in comfortable times'
Stress and disruption to everyday routine can result in people opting for less-familiar snacks rather than turning to 'comfort foods', according to a new study.
Findings published in the Journal of Consumer Research suggest that contrary
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Jessie Wallace: My new way of healthy eating is set in me
Former EastEnders star Jessie Wallace has admitted that her new healthy diet and read more.
Pop Idol star renews weight loss drive
Former Pop Idol winner Michelle McManus has revealed plans to drop to a size 12 to 14 by the New Year on a long-term diet … read more.
Fruit smoothies count towards five-a-day
Smoothies can be counted towards a person's daily recommended intake of five portions of fruit and vegetables, according to the British Dietetic Association (BDA).
New advice from the Department of Health suggests that smoothies containing
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Cell protein linked to body fat
New findings from the University of Edinburgh have identified a link between cellular protein and the storage of fat.
A study published in the Journal of Cell Science discovered that a protein found in human cells is relative to the amount
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September peaks for weight loss plans
The month of September has proved a popular time to enrol in a fitness plan among British women, who want to read more.
Experts bring parental understanding of BMI into focus
Colour coding charts mapping body mass index (BMI) could help improve parental understanding of their child's weight … read more.