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- Vitamins and minerals
Vitamins and minerals are organic compounds that are required in very small amounts, for a variety of metabolic processes.
- Diet and heart disease risk
A diet low in saturated fats and high in fibre and plant food can substantially reduce your risk of developing heart disease.
- Vitamin and mineral supplements - what to know
Vitamin and mineral supplements are frequently misused and taken without professional advice. Find out more about vitamin and mineral supplements and where to get advice.
- Antioxidants
Antioxidants scavenge free radicals from the body's cells, and prevent or reduce the damage caused by oxidation.
- Varicose veins and spider veins
Smaller varicose veins are usually treated by sclerotherapy ? the injection of irritant chemicals into the affected vein.
- Peyronie's disease
Peyronie's disease causes abnormal fibrous lumps that make an erect penis curve.
- Cereals and wholegrain foods
Common cereal foods include bread, breakfast cereals and pasta.
- Nuts and seeds
Nuts are a healthy food and a good source of protein and healthy fats.
- Fruit and vegetables
Eating fruit and vegetables can help protect against some diseases including diabetes and some cancers.
- Cancer and food
Diet can influence your risk of developing some cancers, but there is no evidence that specific foods can cause or cure cancer.