Older adults taking cocoa extract supplements appeared to improve their heart health in a recent trial. But the research comes with some caveats. In a new study, adults who took a daily cocoa extract ...

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Daily cocoa extract supplements reduced key inflammation markers in older adults, pointing to a role in protecting the heart. The findings reinforce the value of flavanol-rich, plant-based foods for ...

Nearly half of Americans have some form of cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in the U.S. That makes heart health a crucial element of your overall wellbeing. Heart health is ...

About 19 million American adults consume dietary fish oil supplements. These supplements, which primarily consist of the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid, are widely ...

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Share on Pinterest Scientists saw a decrease in inflammation in participants taking daily cocoa supplements. Gabi Bucataru/Stocksy In a new study, researchers examined whether cocoa extract ...

A new clinical trial suggests magnesium supplements may boost gut bacteria that help block the development of colon cancer – but only for some people, depending on their genes and sex. An increase in ...

Taking one type of vitamin D supplement seems to cut the levels of another type that is more easily used by the body, which could affect our immune system. Our bodies create vitamin D when ultraviolet ...

Cocoa extract supplements rich in cocoa "flavanols" could reduce inflammation and help prevent age-related chronic diseases—including cardiovascular disease. This is the finding of Mass General ...

Supplements can have health benefits, but they do not require the same rigorous testing and approval as prescription medications. Buyers can look for certifications and read labels for signs of ...

BEING HUNG over is unpleasant. According to a study published in Alcohol and Alcoholism in 2012, around 80% of people feeling the after-effects of the night before experience difficulty concentrating, ...