Low Vitamin D Linked To Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

 

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'A low vitamin D intake in childhood is associated with a higher risk of a type of cardiovascular disease that can be diagnosed in in adulthood, researchers in Finland have found.
 
The researchers, led by Markus Juonala from the University of Turku, measured vitamin D levels of children and young people at baseline and then measured for carotid intima-thickness (IMT) -- an indicator of structural atherosclerosis -- as adults.
 
Some findings show that women who don't get enough vitamin E in their diets also appear to be more likely than others to show early signs of atherosclerosis, even before they experience any symptoms of the condition. They concluded that the highest risk of early atherosclerosis were those who took in the lowest amount of vitamin E in their diets.' 

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Flaxseeds Protect Against Radiation Exposure

 

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We are bombarded every day by harmful radiation and, shockingly, nearly half of our radiation exposure in the U.S. comes from medical tests like X-rays and CT scans. The balance comes from radiation in the earth, radon gas and radiation from space.  And many worry about fallout from disasters like the meltdown at the Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan.    

How do you protect yourself from radiation?  Eat your flaxseeds.'  

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Health benefits of the world’s most highly prized spices

'The five most highly prized spices in the world, each from a distinct family, feature both strong medicinal and important culinary uses. This article will summarize the history, benefits and constituents of five plants that have long been considered among the most precious natural products.'

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Honey on Tap: Save the Bees & Effortlessly Harvest Endless Fresh Honey

A Beekeepers Dream Come True

'You may know about the many uses of honey and utilize it daily for the plethora of health benefits. You may be a beekeeper who has spent countless hours delicately collecting honey. Maybe you’re an activist or environmentalist that wants to help our bee friends repopulate but always thought raising bees was more work than you could handle. Well, no matter which category you fall into, this ingenious innovation is about to blow your socks off!'

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