Archives for October 12, 2009

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Lawsuits against Cheerios cholesterol claims combined

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

A federal court panel has ruled that five pending lawsuits against General Mills for claims about the purported cholesterol-lowering benefits of Cheerios will be consolidated into one multi-district case.

Antioxidants may protect pilots from DNA damage

By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of vitamins C and E and other antioxidants from the diet may protect against DNA damage in people exposed to ionizing radiation such as pilots, says a new study.

Green tea may ease mental distress: Study

By Stephen Daniells

Drinking five cups of green tea per day may reduce the incidence of psychological distress by 20 per cent, says a new study from Japan.