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What you need to know about Vitamin E

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There are many more uses of vitamin E that science is only beginning to investigate. This helpful vitamin will probably continue to make the news every so often. 1.  As an antioxidant with a powerful punch, vitamin E helps prevent cancer, heart disease, strokes, cataracts, and possibly some of the signs of aging. 2.  Vitamin E protects artery walls and keeps the "bad" low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol from being oxidized. Oxidation of LDL cholesterol marks the beginning of clogged arteries. 3.  Vitamin E also keeps the blood thin by preventing blood platelets from clumping together. High levels of vitamin E in the body decrease the risk of a non-fatal heart attack or stroke in most people. 4.  A dynamic cancer fighter, vitamin E protects cells and DNA from damage that can turn cancerous. 5.  It reduces the growth of tumors while enhancing immune function and preventing precancerous substances from being turned into carcinogens. 6 Studies with mice

Q&A: Why am I so tired all the time?

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Question: I seem to get plenty of sleep but I am so tired all the time. I’m beginning to worry there is something wrong. Can you give me some advice? Answer: Tiredness can often be attributed to lifestyle, Psychological and physical factors.  The most common reasons for feeling tired are about daily habits. 1. Being overweight or underweight can cause tiredness. That’s because your body has to work harder than normal to do everyday activities. If you’re underweight, you have less muscle strength, and you may feel tired more quickly. 2. What you eat. Reaching for caffeine and sugar can backfire, leaving you more fatigued as your blood sugar levels fluctuate wildly. Instead, go for a balanced, healthy diet replete with fruits, vegetables, and lean protein. "Most people feel like they're less tired if they eat a healthy diet," 3. How much you exercise. If you think that exercise would just make you more tired, there's good news: Exercise breeds energy. Almost all the st