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Fructose 'may not cause weight gain'
Fructose itself does not appear to cause weight gain in people who consume it instead of other carbohydrates, a review has found.
Researchers in Canada and the US reviewed 41 trials in order to investigate the contribution of fructose
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Scientists devise new weight loss tool
US scientists have developed a new weight loss tool that could help people to read more.
Team-based competitions may influence weight loss
People who are trying to lose weight may benefit from doing so in teams, a study has found.
Researchers at the Miriam Hospital and
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Majority of breakfast cereals 'high in sugar'
People who are trying to follow low-sugar diet plans may want to steer clear of certain breakfast cereals, after a survey discovered that many are high in sugar.
A study of the
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TV food ads for children 'no healthier' following new rules
Children are being exposed to just as many TV adverts for junk food as they were before the introduction of restrictions a few years ago, experts claim.
The regulations, which were introduced in 2007 and fully implemented by July 2009,
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More school kids 'skipping lunch'
There has been an increase in the number of schoolchildren skipping lunch, according to new research by the Schools Health Education Unit.
Researchers questioned more than 83,000 children, aged ten to 15, about their dietary habits in
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Replacing soft drinks with water 'aids weight loss'
People who are trying to lose weight may benefit from doing something as simple as replacing soft drinks with read more.
New app helps people manage caffeine intake
People who regularly include caffeinated drinks in their daily diet plans may benefit from a new app, which is designed to help them manage their intake.
Many people drink coffee to
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Prolonged fructose intake may not lead to blood pressure rise
People who regularly eat fructose may not be at risk of increased blood pressure, a new study suggests.
Previous research suggested that people experience an increase in blood pressure after eating fructose, which occurs in fruits,
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Dark chocolates the healthiest choice for Valentine's day
People needing a last-minute gift for their loved one may want to buy dark chocolates instead of milk or white varieties, as they are believed to be much better for the heart.
Dr Gary Kaplan, from the Kaplan Centre for Integrative Medicine
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