Daily Archives: September 19, 2014

A Rainbow of Colours

The vivid colours in fruits and vegetables are due to the presence of a myriad of plant derived chemicals (phytonutrients) that protect the plant tissues from pests and environmental damage. Many of these chemicals are biologically active in humans, meaning … Continue reading

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Is Dairy Protective Of Heart Attacks?

Dairy consumption is associated with weight loss in animals and humans. Clinical studies in animals have shown that high dairy intakes do cause a loss of bodyfat. The fact that high calcium diets show a similar effect suggests that some … Continue reading

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