Supplementing the diet with olive oil may improve the function of cells lining blood vessels in people with atherosclerosis, says a new study from the U.S. and Italy.
“The current study demonstrates that long term supplementation of olive oil improves endothelial function in individuals with low to intermediate cardiovascular risk, an effect likely attributed to reduction in vascular inflammation,” they wrote in the European Journal of Nutrition.
“This is the first such demonstration of such a permanent endothelial benefit via long-term supplementation of a macronutrient.
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Very high doses of vitamin B3 may help battle antibiotic resistant ‘superbugs’ by increasing the ability of the immune system to kill off infections, says new research.
The new research- published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation- suggests that vitamin B3 may be able to combat antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcal (Staph) infections that are becoming increasingly common around the world.
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Coconut oil could soon be making waves in the oral health arena, after new research reveals it is able to attack the bacteria that cause tooth decay.
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Alcohol free wine could lower blood pressure levels to a greater extent than wine containing alcohol, according to new research that suggests the boozless drink could cut heart disease and stroke risks.
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ScienceDaily (Sep. 12, 2012) — Headache? Back pain? At the first sign of pain, you might reach for a pain-relieving medicine to sooth your bodily woes. Analgesics are the most frequently used medications in the United States and are commonly used to treat a variety of medical conditions. But although popping a pill may make the pain go away, it may do some damage to your ears. According to a study by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), women who took ibuprofen or acetaminophen two or more days per week had an increased risk of hearing loss. The more often a woman took either of these medications, the higher her risk for hearing loss. Also, the link between these...
