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New findings on benefits of “biofactors” in food

Extra virgin olive oil contains hydroxytyrosol, an important nutrient for cellular mitochondria.

Can what we eat help fix what ails us? Research increasingly suggests the answer is “yes.” Many foods contain biofactors — biologically active compounds — that may prevent and treat illnesses including asthma, diabetes and heart disease, according to new...

Posted on Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at 3:01 PM

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Posted By: Janet L. White
Written by: Robin Meadows

Tags: biofactor (1), food (21), kale (2), nutrition (69), olive oil (7), phytochemical (2), preventive medicine (1), salmon (2), walnuts (3)

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