Diet & Food
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Obesity gene affects thousands
A small number of people with serious weight problems have a genetic defect, British researchers revealed last night. Read more
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Fish oil may protect against mental illness
A course of omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil may help protect people who face a high risk of developing serious mental illness, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Red Eye launches heart month
The London Eye turned red last night along with major landmarks around Britain as campaigners launched a major drive against heart disease. Read more
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Old may benefit from weight
Some extra weight may be helpful for elderly people, researchers said today. Read more
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Low-carb boost for blood pressure
Controversial low-carb diets have proved better at dealing with blood pressure than a popular weight loss drug, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Falls and fractures prevented with sunshine vitamin
Vitamin D can reduce the risk of falls among older people in hospital or nursing facilities, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Obesity treatment in crisis
Treatment of obesity in Britain was in crisis last night as a common drug was banned and surgeons complained about lack of support for surgical procedures. Read more
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Let women eat and drink in labour – new analysis
There is no good reason to prevent women from eating and drinking while giving birth, experts say today. Read more
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Green tea and greens may protect smokers
Researchers have found evidence to suggest that drinking green tea could hold back lung cancer growth. Read more
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Pomegranates show promise against breast cancer
The pomegranate may contain a chemical that could help treat breast cancer, researchers reported yesterday. Read more