Tag Archive | "digestion"

Olive Oil May Protect Against Bowel Disease

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

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"We estimate that around half the cases of ulcerative colitis could be prevented if larger amounts of oleic acid were consumed. Two-to-three tablespoons of olive oil per day would have a protective effect," he said.

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Calcium and vit D show promise for colorectal health

Friday, December 4, 2009

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Researchers from Emory University, the University of Minnesota, and the National Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health conducted a pilot, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical trial in 92 men and women with a history of benign colorectal tumours.

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Probiotics Supplement May Help After Gastric Bypass Surgery

Friday, July 17, 2009

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Taking a probiotics supplement after gastric bypass surgery helps patients lose weight faster and avoid vitamin B deficiency, a new study finds. Probiotics are the "good" bacteria found in yogurt and in dietary supplements that aid digestion.

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