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Calcium Supplements Prevent Fractures (Minerals)
This recent news headline offers a valuable tip on how to make dietary supplements more effective: “Calcium Supplements Prevent Fractures......Are you getting enough salt in your diet? (Minerals)
Everyone knows that you should avoid salt, right? Because salt can cause high blood pressure, correct?
The answers to those...Memory: Maintain your memory with folic acid (Minerals)
The other day a colleague of mine mentioned an e-alert he'd read last week, and for a few moments I...Chromium: An Essential Trace Mineral That May Help Fight Diabetes, Obesity and Heart Disease (Minerals)
Chromium is an essential trace mineral that the body needs to grow properly and remain healthy. It is required during...Calcium: The Most Popular Pill You Don’t Need (Minerals)
Advertisers spend millions driving home the message you need more calcium for stronger bones and teeth. Supermarket shelves are loaded...Ulcers: Natural ulcer remedy offers 7 times the calcium of milk (Minerals)
What do cabbage, rat poison, and yoghurt have in common? Believe it or not, they’re all things we eat. (Don’t...Calcium: The best form of calcium to take for bone health (Minerals)
If you take a daily calcium supplement to support bone health, the type of calcium you're taking could make a...Magnesium Supplements: How Magnesium Can Help Ward Off Numerous Complaints (Minerals)
Want to suppress your cravings for sweets and in turn help lower your risk of type 2 diabetes? According to...Protect your memory with chromium picolinate (Mental health)
Researchers from the University of Cincinnati recently presented their findings, that a daily supplement of chromium picolinate helps increase brain...Immunity: How a zinc deficiency raises the risk of pneumonia in the elderly (Immunity)
New research findings have revealed that low blood levels of zinc may be linked to an increased risk of pneumonia...Depression: How to combat depression in the elderly (Depression)
A new study by researchers from the University of Sheffield has found that a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement may...Selenium increases the risk of diabetes? Why you shouldn't believe everything you read (Diabetes Type 2)
Did you hear the one about selenium supplements causing diabetes? A joke isn't funny if you have to explain it....Zinc can protect your vision but high amounts could cause urinary problems (Eyesight Disorders)
If you've got an age-related vision problem, there's a good chance that your supplement regimen contains some zinc. If that's...Selenium: How selenium can help keep your mind sharp (Mental health)
There's a type of bee in South America that could have a significant impact on your cognitive health.
Actually, this variety...Diabetes – how chromium can help lower your blood sugar levels (Diabetes Type 2)
Patients who have been diagnosed as pre-diabetic, or have already developed type 2 diabetes, know how vitally important it is...Can calcium lower the risk of colorectal cancer? (Cancer)
The jury is still out on the relationship between calcium intake and colorectal cancer risk. But a new study offers...Microwaves: Are microwave ovens bad for your health? (Nutrition)
Microwave ovens are a great time saver in the kitchen. In just a few minutes, we can heat up our...Osteoarthritis: Aching joints? Find relief with ginger and glucosamine (Osteoarthritis)
In the wake of the Vioxx scandal we've learned that other prescription painkillers for arthritis may also prompt serious adverse...Urinary incontinence: Weak bladder? You need to read this (Other Ailments)
It's a condition that most people would rather not discuss. But if you're one of the many who suffer from...Weight loss: Slim down with this dietary mineral (Weight Loss)
If you're anything like me, then you probably make numerous New Year's resolutions after a festive season of scoffing yourself...Heartburn: Don’t Reach For the Antacids or Acid Suppressors; You Could Be Masking the True Cause of Your Heartburn…Ulcers (Other Ailments)
It’s become far too common. A little “heartburn”? Just chew a couple of antacids. Still not going away? Move to...Heart attack: Protect your heart by checking your toenails (Heart Disease)
An important insight into the health of your heart may be revealed by examining clippings from your toenails.
Yes, you...Cancer: Lower your risk of cancer with selenium (Cancer)
For several years we've been telling you about the advantages of selenium - a naturally occurring mineral with powerful antioxidant...Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Protect your eyesight and improve fitness with zinc (Eyesight Disorders)
It’s a brave man, they say, who first ate an oyster.
That earliest oyster-eater may have also improved his metabolic...Colorectal cancer: How calcium can help combat colorectal cancer (Cancer)
A friend of mine named Jim recently experienced a rite of passage; at age 53 he had his first colonoscopy....Urinary tract infections: How to ward off a urinary tract infection (Other Ailments)
If you’ve suffered from it in the past, you know that the letters UTI can be three of the most...Colorectal cancer: Magnesium could reduce your risk of colorectal cancer (Cancer)
According to studies, there are four simple steps you can take to reduce your risk of colorectal cancer:
1) Take a...Supplements Directive: A major victory in the campaign against the EU Food Supplements Directive (Vitamins)
Yesterday was a truly fantastic day for health freedom!
The senior advisor to the European Court of Justice (ECJ), Advocate General...Heartburn: Natural ways to combat heartburn (Other Ailments)
Given the way many people eat these days, you couldn’t be blamed for assuming that nine out of 10 people...Supplements: Fighting for your continued right to good health (Vitamins)
I’ve recently received emails from concerned HSI members wanting to know more about the current situation regarding the EU Foods...Cancer: New findings in the fight against cancer (Cancer)
A recent study has revealed that calcium intake may be a powerful preventative against colorectal cancer.
In a past e-alert...Immunity: The incredible therapeutic powers of selenium (Immunity)
You could call it the “vitamin E helper.”
I’ve told you before how a metallic trace element called selenium boosts...Water: The full lowdown on drinking water (Nutrition)
There was a time when you could probably find clean water that was unadulterated. But today, almost all drinking water...Anaemia: Could an iron deficiency lead to mental decline? (Mental health)
First, let’s go down to the cellular level. Then we’ll go worldwide.
Each cell of the body is like an...Arrhythmias: The Heart-Protective Benefits Of Oily Fish (Heart Disease)
A newly published study from Berlin, Germany, illustrated just how versatile omega-3 fatty acids can be in protecting the heart....Hot Flushes: Much-Needed Relief From Hot Flushes (Menopause)
I'm constantly being asked for advice on how to alleviate hot flushes caused by the menopause. In addition, I also...High Blood Pressure & Diet: Simple Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressure (High Blood Pressure)
Treating high blood pressure (hypertension) is not the same as treating a disease; high blood pressure is a symptom that...Lutein: Good News For Sufferers Of Age Related Macula Degeneration (Eyesight Disorders)
One of the most typical forms of vision loss is age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a disorder of the centre of...Calcium Supplement: The Best Form Of Calcium To Take For Bone Health (Osteoporosis)
If you take a daily calcium supplement to support bone health, the type of calcium you're taking could make a...Prostate Problems? How To Prevent Pain From Occurring When You Have Sex Or Go To The Loo (Prostate Problems)
A staggering 75 per cent of men over the age of 50 suffer from prostate problems, including prostate cancer and...Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) - Same Story, Different Day (Menopause)
"Hormone Therapy Study Halted Over Cancer Concerns"
That headline could be from July 2002, when the Women's Health Initiative (WHI)...Calcium Rich Foods: Get All The Calcium You Need Without Milk (Osteoporosis)
Yesterday I featured a report on the importance of having the right balance of calcium and vitamin D for heart...Congestive Heart Failure: Calcium Plus Vitamin D - An Important Balancing Act (Heart Disease)
In a previous e-Alert I told you about how calcium can aid weight loss.
Now a new study has revealed...Arthritis: Make Sure You're Not Taking Drugs That Are Making Your Arthritis Worse... Natural Remedies Can Ease Pain And Repair Damaged Cartilage (Rheumatoid Arthritis)
Osteoarthritis is an extremely common condition that affects the joints of up to 80 per cent of people over the...Indigestion: How A Japanese Formula Can Provide Safe And Effective Relief From The Discomfort Of Indigestion (Cancer)
From the many letters we receive from HSI members each week, it is clear that indigestion - also referred to...Testosterone Replacement Therapy: Why Men Should Think Twice About Testosterone Replacement Therapy (Sex & Relationships)
With all the controversies surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to address the health concerns of menopausal women, I'm sure there...Drugs Storage: How To Best Store Drugs And Vitamins (Other Ailments)
I was helping my brother prepare for a move last weekend, and while packing up we were also throwing out...Dietary Supplements: Natural Remedies... Let's Hope Common Sense Prevails (Nutrition)
On Tuesday I told you about what is happening at the moment regarding the EU Supplements Directive. Now I want...Food Supplements: Campaigning For Your Continued Access To Nutritional Supplements (Nutrition)
As you know, I've been bringing you regular updates on the latest developments concerning the controversial EU Food Supplements Directive....Fluoride In Water: Fighting Back Against Fluoride (Nutrition)
It's fluoride time again.
The fluoridation of public water is a controversy I return to every few weeks, just to...Prostate Gland Cancer: Important Health Advice Every Man Should Know (Prostate Problems)
Up to 75 per cent of all men suffer from prostate problems, including prostate gland cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia...Kidney Stones: How Your Diet Could Prevent Kidney Stones (Other Ailments)
"I'd rather give birth to an elephant."
That kind of imagery sticks in your mind. I know it stuck in mine.
That...Healthy Bones: How To Protect The Health Of Your Bones (Osteoporosis)
Most of us (especially women) have a tendency to lose bone mass density (BMD) as we age. And the results...Indium: How A Substance Regarded By Many Experts As Non-Essential Could Help Turn Back Your Biological Clock (Fertility)
Over the last few decades scientists have been researching the roles of various trace elements in the body. Some are...Memory Loss: Poor Memory Needn't Be An Inevitable Part Of The Ageing Process: Fight Back Using A Low-Carb Diet And These Natural Measures (Mental health)
Memory loss is something that affects us all from time to time, particularly during stressful or hectic periods. However, if...Coral Calcium: The Breakthrough New Form Of Calcium That Goes Straight To Work In Your Body... Boosting Your Immunity And Protecting Your Bones (Osteoporosis)
Calcium is not only vital for maintaining healthy bones and teeth but it is also necessary for the proper functioning...Omega 3 Fatty Acids: Krill Oill Contains Double The Dose Of Omega 3 Fatty Acids Than Cod... Without The Risk Of Deadly Toxins (Nutrition)
The health benefits associated with oily fish, particularly in terms of helping to ease inflamed joints and maintain heart health,...Hypertension: Junk Medicine Exposed!
The High Blood Pressure Secret Your Doctor Isn't Telling You: Grab Your Salt Shaker And Read On (High Blood Pressure)
The Tibetans are known for living long, healthy lives. But their longevity flies in the face of modern lifestyle and...Active-H: Discover How An Incredible Anti-ageing Formula Can Boost Your Energy Levels... Making You Look And Feel Years Younger (Other Ailments)
Is there such a thing as an 'elixir of life'? At the Health Sciences Institute we have always treated any...Germanium: Is A Mineral Deficiency To Blame For Your Sleepless Nights And Lack Of Energy? (Insomnia)
Your body contains several 'trace minerals'which, despite being present in minute quantities as their name suggests, are indispensable not only...Cancer Diet: How A Little-known Ingredient Found In Fruit And Vegetables Can Reduce Your Risk Of Cancer (Cancer)
The health-giving benefits to be had from following a diet rich in fruit and vegetables are endlessly reported on in...
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