Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) found in seafood are associated with lower risk of heart disease, improved immune function, health advantages in preterm infants and possibly lower risk of suicide, according to new research. These findings and more are summarized in the December 2011 PUFA Newsletter and Fats of Life newsletters for health professionals and…
Probiotics are friendly bacteria that play an essential part in maintaining good health. A recent study suggests their positive role could be the result of the bacteria’s ability to physically interact with the intestine’s mucous membranes.
o sweet! Some interesting information on the relationship between sugar and its effects were covered in USA Today. They report that a big dose of sugar can immediately suppress your immune system and make you more vulnerable to colds, flu and other infections. So, at a time when people are especially keen to protect themselves…
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