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Wine may protect against dementia

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April 13, 2008 in Health and USA. Closed

WASHINGTON: Women who drink wine are less likely to develop dementia over time, according to Swedish researchers.
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Opinion of the NDA Panel related to the Tolerable Upper Intake Level of Boron (Sodium Borate and Boric Acid)

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February 2, 2007 in Health, Science & Research and Press Releases. Closed

Summary of the Opinion: Boron occurs in foods as borate and boric acid. Boron has not been established to be an essential nutrient for humans and no specific biochemical function for boron has been identified in higher animals or man. There is some evidence that, in humans, boron intake within the usual dietary range may influence the metabolism and utilisation of other nutrients, particularly calcium, and may have a beneficial effect on bone calcification and maintenance. Recommended intakes for boron have not been established.
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