LIFESTYLE / Health

Spinach holds hope for diabetics

Diabetics may soon be encouraged to take a leaf out of Popeye's book and chow down on more spinach or become happy little Vegemites with the news folic acid may help protect them from heart attacks.

 
Broccoli 'may slow down effects of ageing'

Broccoli is known for its anticancer properties but it could also boost the immune system in older people and slow down the effects of ageing, according to new research.