Nearly everyone knows that vitamin D exists but only a few understand how important it is to human health. Known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’, vitamin D provides a wide range of benefits, from building stronger bones to protecting our body from diabetes, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease and even weight gain. Here are the major benefits of
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It’s no secret that broccoli is one of the healthiest foods out there. But how you prepare it has a big impact on the amount and quality of nutrients you get. New research by the University of Illinois in the US has found that steaming broccoli is a much better way to preserve its potentially cancer-fighting properties. Cruciferous vegetables are ric
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How much do you love yourself? Many of us seem to be guilty of something – loving ourselves. But a great deal of research tells us that self-love is important to our health and well-being. It is also vital to our personal growth and social relationship. You need not wait for a grand vacation or wish for a long weekend to show the loving and caring yo
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Scientists from Perking and Cardiff University have discovered how a formula of traditional Chinese medicine works to stop cancer from spreading. This breakthrough provides hope for developing more treatments to treat such life-threatening disease. “Ancient medicine, modern thinking” The research team, headed by Prof Wen Jiang from Cardiff Univ
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What kind of romantic partner are you? If you want to increase the odds of having a successful relationship, answering this question is necessary. 3 Types of Romantic Partners According to Adam Grant, the author of “Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success”, people fall into three different categories. Although his boo
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A large body of scientific research suggests that music has many benefits to mental health. Now, a new study provides additional evidence to this, revealing that children who had music lessons experience brain boost that last through adulthood. The new study, carried out in the Auditory Neuroscience Laboratory at Northwestern University in Illinois, US, in
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They are more than anecdotal evidences. New research from the University of California-Davis’ MIND Institute found that children with autism are 6 to 8 times more likely to suffer from gastrointestinal problems than typically developing children. This is the largest and most ethnically diverse study to compare digestive problems in autistic children
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Most plant-based products are a good source of essential nutrients that promote good health. However, when it comes to brain power, some really stand out from the rest. Here are the foods that can boost your memory and keep your mind sharp as you age. Blueberries Topping our list are blueberries. Animal studies suggest that the natural compounds in blueber
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Childhood obesity is a growing concern worldwide. An investigation early this year revealed that nearly 1,000 children have been referred to hospitals in the last three years because of their weight. Now, a new study provides a helpful approach that may cut the risk of obesity in children – set an early bedtime schedule. Researchers at Temple Universi
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What if you can easily choose an apple over a slice of cake, a walk in the park over an extra hour in bed, and a laugh over anger? Many people don’t realise it but self-control has a very important role to play in eliminating bad habits, keeping a healthy lifestyle, and achieving a more satisfying life. What is Self-Control? When Martin Seligman, th
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