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FDA: TimeOut may pose risk
A dietary supplement marketed for sexual enhancement contains an active drug ingredient that may dangerously lower blood pressure, U.S. officials say.
Energy drink caffeine = 14 cans of Coke
Energy drinks can contain as much as 505 milligrams of caffeine in a single container, or the equivalent of 14 cans of Coca-Cola, U.S. researchers say.
Cutting salt via processed foods suggested
Using less salt on food, or avoiding processed food, which is high in sodium, can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, researchers in Germany say.
Water boosts alertness, aids weight loss
Water can help keep a person alert for late-night work, prevent fainting after giving blood and promote weight loss, U.S. researchers say.
Antioxidants boost artery elasticity
Vitamin C, vitamin E, co-enzyme Q10 and selenium supplement had beneficial effects for those with cardiovascular risk factors, researchers in Israel said.
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