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Growing evidence of vitamin K benefits for heart health

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New Edith Cowan University (ECU) research has found that people who eat a diet rich in vitamin K have up to a 34 percent lower risk of atherosclerosis-related cardiovascular disease (conditions affecting the heart or blood vessels).

Researchers examined data from more than 50,000 people taking part in the Danish Diet, Cancer, and Health study over a 23-year period. They investigated whether people who ate more foods containing vitamin K had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease related to atherosclerosis (plaque build-up in the arteries).

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You probably didn’t know about these 7 scientifically-proven benefits of nettle tea

Nettle is a herb that is known for its medicinal properties. It is mostly consumed in its tea form to improve several health aspects like heart issues, gut health, immunity development, kidney function enhancement, allergy reduction, UTI treatment and arthritis pain. It is a powerful blood purifier that drives out toxins from the body, making it the perfect addition to your daily routine to stay healthy.

The herb has antibacterial, antifungal, astringent, and anti-inflammation properties. What’s more, it is rich in vitamins A, B, C, and K, along with containing carotene and iron.

Due to its medicinal properties and

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Know Some Remarkable Health Benefits Of Black Seeds

Black seed, better known as black cumin or by its botanical name Nigella Sativa, is a commonly used ingredient in a range of cuisines across the globe. Apart from being used in the kitchen very extensively, black seeds are also used in various home remedies and medicine because of their amazing natural healing properties. Black seeds are super-beneficial for overall health in general. Here are some mind-blowing health benefits of the black seed.

Powerhouse Of Antioxidants



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According to research, black seeds are extremely rich in antioxidants. Several different compounds found in black seeds that go

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Health Benefits Of Sunflower Seeds And Why You Should Try Them

Sunflower seeds are a fount of nutrients and offer a lot of health benefits from lowers blood pressure, to relaxing blood vessels, getting rid of bad cholesterol, promoting the production of HDL or good cholesterol, lowering the risk of contracting heart related conditions, and hence improving overall heart health and boosting the general well being of the body.

Let us take a detailed analysis of why you should consume sunflower seeds on a regular basis. Take a look.

Sunflower Seeds Are Enriched With Magnesium



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Studies show that sunflower feeds are a rich source

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7 Health Benefits of Almonds

Everyone is going nuts for almonds. From almond milk and almond flour to almond cheeses and other almond-based foods, almonds are the “it” nut. But just what is it that’s so special about this tree nut that hails from the Mediterranean?



food on a wooden surface: Your main goals in eating before a workout are to stay hydrated and to fuel your exercise. One of the most common mistakes people make is overestimating how many calories they'll need. Generally, Bonci says, you'll want to make sure to eat within two to three hours of a workout. But you don't need much—around 200 calories will do it for a typical moderate- to high-intensity one-hour session. For that reason, and especially if you're trying to lose or maintain your weight, she suggests incorporating that pre-workout nosh into a meal or splitting your meal to eat half before your workout and half after. That way, you're less likely to over-consume calories.

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Your main goals in eating before a workout are to stay hydrated and to fuel your exercise. One of the most common mistakes people make is overestimating how many calories they’ll need. Generally, Bonci says, you’ll want to make sure to eat within two to three hours of a workout. But you don’t need much—around 200 calories

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2 Your Health: Prescription fish oil doesn’t provide heart benefits, study says

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – An international clinical trial finds prescription-strength fish oil may not help your heart.

Steven Nissen, MD, is a cardiologist at Cleveland Clinic and led the research team.

“A very high-dose, of a very powerful fish oil, a very effective fish oil, didn’t produce any reduction in the risk of heart attack, stroke or death,” said Dr. Nissen.

“That was the really important finding from the trial. Fish oil simply doesn’t produce a cardiovascular benefit.”

Researchers looked at data from more than 13,000 people around the world being treated with a statin, which lowers cholesterol levels in

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