Welcome to the latest issue of Drug Safety Update January 2013 (Volume 6, Issue 6) (via Drug Safety Update Volume 6, Issue 6, January 2013 : MHRA)
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Pertussis activity has continued at high levels (table 1) with a provisional 832 new confirmed cases in December compared with 1168 cases in November (see figure 1). The provisional total of confirmed cases of pertussis in England and Wales in 2012 was 9741, compared to 902 in 2008 (table 1). (via Health Protection Report | News Archives | 1 February 2013)
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Some people could be underestimating their alcohol intake by as much as 40 per cent, according to new figures the Department of Health published today. (via Drinkers can underestimate alcohol habits | Media Centre)
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The MHRA have recently issued a final determination on the following herbal products: Power Health Products Ltd - Senna 7.5MG Sennosides Tablets Holland & Barrett - Flash Fighters (via The MHRA have recently issued final determinations on the following herbal products : MHRA)
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Smoking increases a person’s risk of dying early. Now a new UK study of 1 million women finds those who quit smoking by age 30 can almost completely eliminate the increased risk of dying early compared to never smokers, while those who quit by the age of 40, can cut it by 90%. (via Women Smokers Who Quit Before Age 30 Could Evade Early Death)
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Smoking may cause anxiety, not relieve it New findings in a report published in the British Journal of Psychiatry challenges the widely held notion that quitting smoking may make you edgy and nervous. (via Smoking causes more anxiety than quitting)
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This guidance is for NHS and other professionals who have a direct or indirect responsibility for services that help people to stop smoking. It may also be of interest to members of the public who wish to quit. (via Smoking cessation services)
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(via Are These The 50 Healthiest Foods In The World? (PICTURES)) Lentils
Think you need meat to fulfill your protein requirements? Think again. As The Huffington Post reported earlier this month, just a cup of lentils is loaded with 18 grams of protein (about the same amount as three ounces of steak). That means lentils have enough high quality protein to substitute for meat in your diet, Katz says.
And when that protein is combined with the fiber in lentils, it becomes a “dynamic duo” for satiety, Zied explains. “Not only do they fill you up and give you the unique combination of complex carbohydrates – essential fuel that your body and brain rely on – and protein,” she says, “but they also provide valuable vitamins and minerals including folate, manganese, thiamin, potassium and copper." They may also lower LDL (or bad cholesterol), raise HDL (good cholesterol) and lower heart disease, according to Zeid.
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(via Are These The 50 Healthiest Foods In The World? (PICTURES)) Potatoes
Potatoes get a bad rap – and for good reason when they’re fried up or slathered in butter. But in their pure form, spuds can actually find a place in a healthy diet. According to Zied, potatoes are, “rich in complex carbohydrates, relatively low in calories, and virtually free of fat, cholesterol and sodium.” They’re also rich in vitamin C, B and potassium – and the skins contain dietary fiber that helps to fill you up, she explains.
One small, preliminary 2011 study also found that purple potatoes might help to lower blood pressure, maybe even as much as oatmeal, USA Today reported when the findings were released.
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Oatmeal And OJ
If this is a breakfast pairing you already enjoy, you’re on the right track. Oatmeal is a well-documented heart helper, but eating oats (and other whole-grain foods) with a side of vitamin C can help stabilize cholesterol levels to keep arteries clear.
(via Food Synergy: 8 Healthy Food Pairings That Are Even Better Together)
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Your Online Consultant regularly writes and publishes articles related to health issues. Links to various articles, and sites where articles are submitted are listed here: Previous ArticlesAre supplements from the UK better than those from the USA?This was a question posed on Yahoo! Answers recently. It's a very good question, which went on to ask how you should choose between various manufacturers or decide which were the best supplements. It's so difficult to compare brands! There are so many confounding issues. Let me tell you how I look at supplements to decide which ones to take or recommend. Links
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