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What Is The Perfect Age?

Aging Tends To Shift Gears

From the minute we are born, we are aging, in fact, the process really begins at conception. Some people appear to be affected more than others, and some people look like they barely age, but we are all aging every day. Some people are doing everything they can to fight the process of aging, and …

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Mediterranean Diet Linked To Lower Preeclampsia Risk

Following A Mediterranean-Style Diet During Pregnancy May Reduce The Risk Of Preeclampsia

In a new study evaluating the Mediterranean diet and adverse pregnancy outcomes, investigators from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai found that women who conceived while adhering to the anti-inflammatory diet had a significantly lower risk of developing preeclampsia during pregnancy The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal JAMA Network Open, also evaluated the association …

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A Mediterranean Diet Not Only Boosts Health But Also Improves Fertility

The Green Mediterranean Diet Reduces Twice As Much Visceral Fat As The Mediterranean Diet And 10% More Than A Healthy Diet

With an emphasis on fruits, vegetables and legumes, the Mediterranean diet has long been applauded for its multiple health benefits. Now, new research shows that it may also help overcome infertility, making it a non-intrusive and affordable strategy for couples trying to conceive. Conducted by Monash University, the University of the Sunshine Coast, and the …

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