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Last week I wrote about folic acid and how it may be associated with a reduced risk of premature birth. A recently published study (1) has found that folic acid may also reduce the risk of a baby being born with severe congenital heart defects (heart defects present from birth). The study took place in Quebec, [...]  In April this year I discussed the evidence that probiotics may be helpful in the treatment and prevention of bacterial vaginosis. Vaginosis usually involves a disruption in the normal bacterial and yeast balance in the vagina and is characterized by increased vaginal discharge (which is often odorous) without inflammation, sometimes there will also be itching [...] It is well known that women of childbearing age are recommended to take a supplement that contains folic acid, this is due to the fact that folate (folate is the naturally occurring form of folic acid) in very early pregnancy, before most women even know they are pregnant, can reduce the risk of birth [...] Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of blindness in people over the age of 50 in the UK. In March this year I wrote about the links between B vitamins, homocysteine and AMD and in August last year I discussed the links between diet in general and eyesight preservation. The macular [...] Previously I have written about folic acid and the prevention of birth defects and also the necessity of this vitamin for heart health. A newly published study (1) has found that this essential B vitamin may also suppress allergic reactions and reduce the severity of allergy symptoms and asthma symptoms. The research was conducted by [...] Gout is a condition that we don’t tend to hear too much about but it is actually the most common cause of inflammatory joint disease in men over 40 years old in the UK. Gout is an arthritic, inflammatory joint, condition that causes swelling and intense pain in one joint in the body, commonly [...] My last blog post explored some of the many health benefits of honey. There are also other bee products that seem to be good for our health. One such substance is propolis. Bee propolis is a sticky, resin-like mixture of gums, resins and balms that the bees collect from plants and trees. Propolis is [...] National Honey Week runs from the 4th to the 10th of May and is organised by the Honey Association. Honeybees are the most important producers of honey. They gather nectar from flowers and plants and carry it to the hive or nest. Other worker bees then take over, preparing it for storing by adding enzymes. [...] |
  
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