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POSTED August 1, 2011 - 17:30 | POSTED BY Neelam Goswami

Drinking wine could save you from skin cancer

Here is some heartening news for wine lovers. A recent study has found that drinking wine or eating grapes could protect you from sunburn.

Moderate drinking of wine has already been linked to a number of health benefits, including prevention of bad cholesterol and heart problems. In an earlier research, it has been suggested that drinking a small amount of alcohol, especially wine, may extend men’s life expectancy by a few years.

Wine protects against UV

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POSTED March 18, 2011 - 13:56 | POSTED BY Jasmine

Onions can act as natural food preservative--study

The natural flavonoids (antioxidants) found in onions that are beneficial for health can also act as natural food preservative, claims a new study.

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Flavonoids are polyphenol antioxidants that are found in plants. Since they are secondary metabolites (organic compounds), they are not directly responsible for plants growth.

Flavonoids can be described as plant nutrients that are non-toxic and are beneficial for humans when consumed in form of fruits and veggies.

POSTED February 14, 2011 - 12:12 | POSTED BY Neharika Sabharwal

Berries can help stave off Parkinson’s disease--study

Here is one perfect reason to make berries, the tiny low-calorie fruit with its vibrant color and sweet delicious flavor a part of your healthy diet.

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New research suggests berries are a great way to naturally lower the risk of Parkinson’s disease.

The potential health benefits of berries are attributed to the presence of flavonoids which are strong antioxidants that can halt the damaging effects of free radicals on cells.

In addition, flavonoids have the potential to reduce inflammation and help regulate signaling between nerve cells in the brain, which keeps them alive.

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