A second look at antioxidants
Article Abstract:
Two recent studies found that smokers who took beta-carotene supplements actually experienced an increased risk of dying from cancer. However, other studies indicated that antioxidants offer protection from cancer and heart disease. Vitamins E and C are also discussed.
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1996
Health aspects, Research, Cancer research, Heart diseases, Cancer, Diet, Vitamins, Antioxidants, Antioxidants (Nutrients), Diet in disease, Beta carotene
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1996
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Harness the energy
Article Abstract:
Many Eastern movement and health practioners teach that people have a life force in their bodies known as qi or chi, that is essential to well-being. The concept of qi is subtle, but profound. One woman's experiences with yoga, qi gong and tai chi are recounted.
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1996
Psychological aspects, Physiological aspects, Physical therapy, Yoga, Varieties, Medicine, Chinese, Traditional Chinese medicine, T'ai chi ch'uan, Tai chi, Therapeutics, Physiological
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1996
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