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A resveratrol-like compound in red wine and fruits could have potential for fighting obesity by blocking fat uptake, according to new research. Source:nutraingredients.com

Foods that boost the body’s immune system can offer a lot of healthy options for those who wish to be more conscious in what they take in. To be sustained, the immune system heavily depends on the stomach for support. Malnourished individuals are more susceptible to disease as opposed to those who observe a healthy nutritious diet. Click on link below for complete list. Source:naturalnews.com

This article reported the results of a survey to assess an association between green tea consumption and a lowered incidence of functional disability, such as stroke, cognitive impairment, and osteoporosis in nearly 14,000 elderly Japanese. After adjusting for confounding factors such as previous health status, diet, social support, etc., the authors found higher amounts of green tea consumption were associated with lower incidences of functional disability in what may be the first reported study to have proven this relationship. Source:newhope360.com

ScienceDaily (Apr. 18, 2012) — The culprit behind a failed hip or knee replacements might be found in the mouth. DNA testing of bacteria from the fluid that lubricates hip and knee joints had bacteria with the same DNA as the plaque from patients with gum disease and in need of a joint replacement. Source:sciencedaily.com

Omega-3 fatty acids could help to reduce the physical harm caused by smoking, according to a new study presented at the World Congress of Cardiology. For entire article click on link below. Source:nutraingredients.com