Magnesium

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Glowing skin AND a greater sense of well-being! Bath salts are being hailed as the next big thing. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Salt and pamper

As a result, the skin retains moisture and this prevents the occurrence of wrinkles inthe future. Truly, it’s the salt of the earth.

30 Jul 2019 12:02 AM

Results showed increased blood concentrations of magnesium and elevated urinary levels of a breakdown product of alpha-tocopherol, commonly known as vitamin E.

Hazelnuts may be the key to disease prevention, says study

Study found older adults who added hazelnuts to diet for 16 weeks significantly improved levels of two key micronutrients.

17 Dec 2018 2:15 PM

The circadian rhythm or internal clock is the one responsible for the different bodily functions such as sleeping, waking and temperature. (Photo: Pixabay)

Chocolate may help you sleep, says study

A vital nutrient found in dark chocolates help a person sleep better at night.

22 Sep 2018 4:25 PM

Almonds have been associated with lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as reduced hunger and weight gain. (Photo: AFP)

Snacking on almonds is best way to compensate for skipping breakfast, says study

Students who miss out on the morning meal have better blood sugar levels if they choose to snack on the nuts mid-morning.

25 Aug 2018 8:42 AM

Keeping the beans in the fridge helps keep the flavour of the beans intact. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's the recipe for a perfect cuppa' Joe

Hard water gives the coffee stronger flavour as compared to soft water.

22 Mar 2018 8:03 PM

A healthy lifestyle with a nutrient-rich diet along with an essential amount of exercise work wonders. (Photo: Pixabay)

Diet to boost fertility in women

A long, hard look at your habits is generally required for the women to have an uncomplicated pregnancy followed by smooth delivery.

12 Mar 2018 6:59 PM

Best known for helping quality of sleep, the mineral also has benefits for your memory too. (Photo: AFP

Find out the three nutrients that can help prevent memory loss

In order to boost cognition one needs to ensure they are getting enough of certain nutrients.

14 Dec 2017 7:52 AM

Eating porridge daily can boost sex drive: Study

Read on to find out more.

21 Nov 2017 5:09 PM

Nutrients to burn fat and build muscles

Lose weight the right way.

31 Oct 2017 3:37 PM

Expert reveals how the right food can change your mood

Find out what they are.

15 Oct 2017 6:39 PM

Magnesium is found in a variety of foods like leafy greens, fish, nuts and whole grains (Photo: AFP)

Magnesium not enough to ease night-time leg cramps

Nocturnal leg cramps are painful, involuntary contractions of muscles occurring at rest, mostly at night.

28 Feb 2017 11:46 AM

The current health guidelines recommend a magnesium intake of around 300mg per day (Photo: AFP)

Magnesium rich vegetables reduce heart disease risk

An extra 100mg per day of dietary magnesium could also reduce risk of stroke by seven percent and type-2 diabetes by 19 percent.

08 Dec 2016 2:44 PM

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