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Garlic pill for the heart
A preliminary study of a pill suggests that it may slow the progression of atherosclerosis, a disease of the arteries. - The Straits Times
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Smokers, stay off Vit E pills
Male smokers who had a high dietary intake of vitamin C and took vitamin E supps raised tuberculosis risk by 72%.
5 things to know about onions
Numerous studies have shown that quercetin in onions has beneficial effects against many diseases and disorders.
Keeping tabs on food colouring
Increasing evidence suggests colourings may be associated with hyperactive behaviour in children, which can impair learning.
8 things to know about lemons
Lemons for sore throat and stain removal?
Water myths
Which health beliefs about water are water-tight and which should be sunk?
Drink to your health
No need to gulp down eight glasses of water a day, say some new findings. What do S'pore docs say?
Alleviating digestive disorders
Intestinal problems are one of the main health issues plaguing our society and are very common.
Right formula of friendly bacteria
Here's how to choose the correct probiotics supplement for a healthy digestive tract.
Vitamins: Who needs what
Popping supplements indiscriminately may be a health risk. Find out what are the specific nutrient needs of different age groups.
Beware of vitamin overdose
For example, large amounts of vit B6 in the body can lead to loss of feeling in arms and legs.
10 things to know about bananas
Here are 10 facts about bananas that you should know
Give your brain a tea break
More tea drinkers than non-tea drinkers maintained their scores on mental ability tests two years after they were first studied.
What is your 'trigger food'?
Food intolerance may be causing you to stay overweight, and also that migraine.
Seven things to know about oranges
Should you store orange juice in a plastic or glass container?
No go for yoghurt
Tests show that claims of low fat made by yoghurt brands' labels are low in truth.
Separate fat from fiction
Here are 16 of the most common weight-loss myths. Find out what they really do to your body.
Key nutrient plays protective role for eyes
A high macular pigment density helps to retain visual sensitivity as we age. So how does eating corn and egg yolks help?
What's your flavour?
How safe is MSG - the flavouring that's had its share of bad press? Should children, pregnant and breastfeeding women take it?
 
   

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