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Dietary antioxidants backed for lower heart attack risk in women

Dietary antioxidants backed for lower heart attack risk in women | Longevity science | Scoop.it
A diet rich in antioxidants could significantly reduce the risk of myocardial infarction in women, according to new research.

 

These data suggest that dietary total antioxidant capacity, based on fruits, vegetables, coffee, and whole grains, is of importance in the prevention of myocardial infarction.

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Berries can keep your brain sharp

Berries can keep your brain sharp | Longevity science | Scoop.it

A new long term berry study found that just a couple of servings a week could delay memory decline...

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CRN~The Benefits of Nutritional Supplements

CRN~The Benefits of Nutritional Supplements | Longevity science | Scoop.it

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the dietary supplement industry's leading trade association, has released its comprehensive report, The Benefits of Nutritional Supplements (4th Edition).

 

The updated book assesses the current state of the science on the health benefits associated with select nutritional supplements. It looks at positive studies as well as null and negative study results.

 

Specifically, the report addresses multivitamins, antioxidants (vitamins C and E), calcium, long chain omega-3 fatty acids (fish oils), vitamin D, vitamins B-6 and B-12, fiber and folic acid.

 

The report can be downloaded (individual chapters or in its entirety) at the CRN website.

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