They may be sweet and sticky but raisins contain compounds that suppress bacteria responsible for cavities and gum disease, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday. (Reuters)

April 08, 2005

Contaminated Roma tomatoes were the likely cause of a string of salmonella outbreaks that made 561 people sick in the United States and Canada last summer, U.S. health officials said on Thursday.

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March 30, 2005

"The 'grapefruit effect' can be strong. A glass of grapefruit juice, or a half grapefruit, consumed even 24 hours before or after taking certain drugs, perhaps as long as 48 hours, can interact with certain drugs."

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February 10, 2005

"A growing body of science is linking sweet drinks, natural or otherwise, to a host of child health concerns, everything from bulging bellies to tooth decay."

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August 26, 2004

"Eating blueberries could help lower your cholesterol as effectively as commercial drugs, with fewer side-effects."

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals unveiled a billboard featuring a photo of Ronald Reagan and the tagline "Win One for the Gipper: Go Vegetarian. Animal Fats Double Your Risk of Alzheimer's."

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