Vitamin E: promising, but don't take its reputation to heart yet

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Several research studies found evidence that taking large doses of Vitamin E may help reduce the risk of heart disease, especially among those who already suffer from the disease. However, more research is needed to confirm this finding, and patients should not consume more than 1,080 IU daily.

Research, Heart diseases, Vitamin E, Antioxidants, Antioxidants (Nutrients), Diet in disease

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Vitamin D: Individualize your dose

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The importance of Vitamin D in keeping the bone in good shape and the effects of low vitamin D on health aside from bones are discussed. Some food and dietary supplements rich in Vitamin D are salmon, cooked mackerel, sardines, tuna fish, milk and eggs.

United States, Finfish, Salmon, Finfish Fishing, Bones, Nutritional aspects, Vitamin D, Eggs, Eggs (Food), Alfacalcidol, Calcifediol

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The DASH diet

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Those who have high blood pressure could benefit from a diet high in fruits and vegetables. The 'Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension' plan to reduce hypertension is described, and health benefits are described.

Hypertension

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Subjects list: Health aspects, Diet
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