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FDA Moves to Ban Trans Fats

February 28th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

Heart-clogging trans fatty acids may soon be a thing of the past. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has [&hellip

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Nostalgia Arms Us for the Future

February 28th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

Having lingering fond memories of happy times, once actually thought to be a psychiatric disorder, have now been confirmed as [&hellip

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A Different Breathalyzer Test for Heart Failure

February 28th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

Simply blowing up a balloon may help doctors test heart function, according to a new study from the Cleveland Clinic. [&hellip

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Zinc Orchestrates Immune Response

February 28th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

Many have heard that zinc can stop a cold in its tracks, and new research from Ohio State University tells [&hellip

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Happy Marriage, Healthier Lives

February 28th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

A University of Missouri expert says that people in happy marriages are more likely to rate their health better than [&hellip

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The Whole Fish is Best for Blood Pressure

February 28th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

Over the years, a broad range of research has confirmed that omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish like salmon, [&hellip

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Egg Whites Function Like Blood Pressure Meds

February 28th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

Maintaining healthy blood pressure is vital for long-term heart health, and scientists have now discovered evidence that a component of [&hellip

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Superfoods Defend Against Radiation

February 26th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp.

Two superfoods show promise for protecting people from radiation damage—cruciferous vegetables and miso, a food paste made from fermented soybeans. [&hellip

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DIY Projects Keep Seniors Moving

February 26th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

The British Journal of Sports Medicine reports that a generally active daily life that includes do-it-yourself activities and projects like [&hellip

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Coconut Oil Manages Cholesterol, Shrinks Waistlines

February 26th, 2014 | by Natural Awakenings Staff

Reduced physical activity and increased consumption of carbohydrates and saturated fats fuel increased rates of obesity, cardiovascular disease and insulin [&hellip