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Pecan Nut Consumption Improves Cholesterol Levels

Research shows that antioxidants which are naturally found in pecan nuts could contribute to a healthy heart and prevention of disease. Pecan nuts have different kinds of the vitamin E antioxidant called tocopherols, as well as a number of phenolic substances, a lot of them having antioxidant abilities. Pecans are particularly abundant with gamma-tocopherols, a… Read More »

Flu deaths in South Australia rise to 82

Flu-related deaths in South Australia have climbed to 82 as the total number of cases closes in on 20,000. Acting Chief Medical Officer Nicola Spurrier said the majority of deaths had been people aged over 65. At the same time last year, there had only been about 1500 confirmed flu cases. But Dr Spurrier said… Read More »