Health

15 February 2012

Love is in the air, and in the belly…

The study showed that a 56 per cent majority started to gain weight four to six months into the relationship; with most citing that this was when they reached the ...
15 February 2012

Olympic weightlifter hopeful Sunny Brar shares her fitness tips

Sunny Brar, Central England Weightlifting Champion and ranked number two in Britain, shares her five personal top tips on how to stay fit, healthy and motivated. Keep hydrated Try and drink at ...
14 February 2012

The Biggest Loser's personal trainers speak to us about staying fit

We're in February now, chances are people are flagging on their New Year fitness/healthy eating kick. What would be the first thing you would say to them to help motivate ...
14 February 2012

Link between oral bacteria and bowel cancer?

Bacteria associated with the most common cause of tooth loss in adults could be a pre-curser for the development of bowel cancer, according to a team of scientists.  The link comes ...
14 February 2012

Say no to smoke and bag yourself a date this Valentine's Day

Today is the most romantic day of the year and it looks like the recipe to finding a smokin’ hot date is simple - quit smoking. New research from the Department ...
14 February 2012

Britain's blood pressure heads toward the red

New results for blood pressure testing at a national pharmacy chain show that Britain’s blood pressure is moving towards the ‘red’ danger zone, with 70 per cent of adults showing ...
14 February 2012

Stay healthy this winter

Are you worried that a cold is going to drag you down again this winter? Are you fed up of feeling run down all the time? It's that time of year ...
13 February 2012

Superfood feature: Tomato

Tomatoes are a super-fruit that we should all be eating more of. But exactly why? Well, it's packed full of micronutrients, vitamins and antioxidants as a start.  Scientific studies have shown that ...
13 February 2012

See yourself thin

Forget using pictures of models and celebrities for thinspiration when you're on a diet. Now you can see what you're going to look like at your ideal weight.  An innovative new ...
13 February 2012

Boosting energy in the harsh winter weather

As the cold weather continues to blight Britain, it’s more vital than ever to ensure you’re keeping your energy levels topped up. This shouldn’t mean you’re forking out hundreds of ...
10 February 2012

Mums – Have your say about smoking in cars

Are you a passionate mother with something to say? Do you feel strongly about the fact that in Britain it’s still legal to light up and smoke a cigarette in ...
10 February 2012

From a muffin top to a skinny muffin

Muffin tops may not be stylish, but they certainly have became a trend - but why is actually there? According to the Oxford English Dictionary a muffin top is 'a roll ...
9 February 2012

Olly Murs gets ripped

Olly Murs is preparing for the Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile and was left red face after sharing his tips for a warm up.  The singer was showing us what is essential ...
9 February 2012

The A-C of vitamins

There is a major problem with vitamin D deficiency in this country, according to new research.  England's chief medical officer, Dame Sally Davies, is concerned that young children and some adults ...
9 February 2012

Major study into foods which could benefit our health

Foods which could support the development of our help are being researched by scientists at the University of Aberdeen. A number of food products with health benefits are now available on ...
8 February 2012

Make One Little Change - answers to your questions

Last week we launched our Actimel clinic were you posted your questions so that Dr Sarah Jarvis could answer them specifically for you. The week is up, so here are her ...
8 February 2012

February date identified

Gyms up and down the country will have seen a huge increase in joiners during the month of January as millions take to the treadmill to shift the festive pounds, ...
7 February 2012

Cleanercise - an easy way to workout

Finding the time to fit in the gym or go for a run is sometimes a hassle, yet there's always time to clean our homes. So why not combine cleaning up ...
7 February 2012

Businesses left out in the cold due to sick employees

We're told that we suffer from two to five colds a year and even though we're still going to work they're costing employers over a third of usual productivity time. The ...
7 February 2012

Women unaware about iron deficiency risks

Lack of understanding of the importance of iron in the diet could be endangering the health of women and hindering the education performance of their children according to research. Whilst fifty ...
7 February 2012

Sally Gunnell gives running a healthy boost

Olympic gold medallist Sally Gunnell is lending a hand – and her fast feet - to a new campaign spearheaded by Sport England to get more people involved in running. Made ...
6 February 2012

John Bishop's Week of Hell

John Bishop is about to have one incredibly tough week as he takes on The BT Sport Relief Challenge: Bishop’s Week Of Hell. It's the second in a series of celebrity challenges ...
6 February 2012

Banish the bloat

Bloating leaves us feeling uncomfortable and always seems to strike at the most awkward moment.  It's an increasingly common problem for both men and women, so what can we do to ...
3 February 2012

Brits Admit "Man Flu" Stops Men Getting Sympathy They Deserve

It’s a common occurrence for women to dismiss their husbands and boyfriends’ list of cold ailments as “man flu”, yet new research reveals over half of the UK admit the ...