Health
On Nutrition: Too much of a good thing
"I need to reschedule my appointment today," a pained voice informed my answering machine. "I'm not feeling so good…maybe I shouldn't have eaten that whole bag of grapes."
Apr 22, 2022
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News tagged with olive oil
Obstetrics & gynaecology
Are some sex lubricants really 'sperm-friendly'?
Lubricants are used by couples during sexual intercourse for numerous reasons, and several lubricants are promoted as "sperm-friendly," suggesting that they do not negatively affect sperm motility. Results from a study published ...
Mar 23, 2022
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Neuroscience
Oleic acid, a key to activating the brain's 'fountain of youth'
Many people dread experiencing the cognitive and mood declines that often accompany reaching an advanced age, including memory disorders such as Alzheimer's disease and mood conditions like depression. While searching for ...
Mar 22, 2022
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
A healthier heart can protect your brain, too—5 lifestyle changes to prevent dementia
When we think of dementia, we often fear a loss of control. But the reassuring news is up to 40% of dementias can be prevented or delayed if we change our health habits.
Jan 24, 2022
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Health
Higher olive oil intake associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality
Consuming more than 7 grams (>1/2 tablespoon) of olive oil per day is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality, cancer mortality, neurodegenerative disease mortality and respiratory disease mortality, ...
Jan 10, 2022
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Health
What causes dry lips? Does lip balm actually help?
As residents of the Southern Hemisphere head into the colder weather, many of us might be afflicted with the irritating ailment of dry and chapped lips.
May 31, 2021
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Health
Does eating a Mediterranean diet protect against memory loss and dementia?
Eating a Mediterranean diet that is rich in fish, vegetables and olive oil may protect your brain from protein build up and shrinkage that can lead to Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study. The research is published ...
May 5, 2021
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Cardiology
Omega-3 supplements help kids with high cholesterol improve lipid profile
Fatty acid supplements may protect children with high cholesterol from heart disease later in life by increasing their blood levels of healthy omega-3 fatty acids, according to a new study. Researchers from the Uniformed ...
Apr 27, 2021
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Health
Planning on running a marathon? A sports dietitian on what to eat for long-distance running
Did you make a New Year's resolution to run a marathon? Or perhaps you've conquered a marathon and want to take on an even longer event?
Jan 29, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
The liver processes coconut oil differently than rapeseed oil
Coconut oil has increasingly found its way into German kitchens in recent years, although its alleged health benefits are controversial. Scientists at the University of Bonn have now been able to show how it is metabolized ...
Jan 25, 2021
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