Going for the 'French factor': do flavonoids in red wine and foods promise healthy 'affairs of the heart?'(includes related information on flavonoids)
Article Abstract:
Death from heart disease is 2.5 times lower in France than in the US, and one of the factors may be the protective effect of a natural compound called flavonoids found in red wine. Flavonoids, however, may be found in other food sources including onions, green beans, and citrus fruit.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1995
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Savor the new white-hot superfood
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Soy foods, which have many health benefits, do not have to be unappealing. Ideas for incorporating soy foods into one's diet include adding soy milk to cereal, making a 'tofu blender smoothie' with juice and frozen fruit, and eating 'Sweet Beans.'
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1996
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Low-cost health insurance?
Article Abstract:
Recent studies show that taking multivitamins daily at 100% of the Daily Value levels helps to prevent heart disease and skin cancer. Many researchers concur that vitamins from plant foods and supplements are the best form of health protection.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1995
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