Health

3 November 2011

Women don't know how much protein they need

Women are focusing on the wrong thing when attempting to lose weight. New research has revealed that women are overlooking the importance of protein and focusing on fat and carbohydrates ...
2 November 2011

National Stress Awareness Day

Today is National Stress Awareness Day and chances are you've already felt stressed at some point today. Dr Chris Bundy, Simple Psychologist and senior lecturer, helps you tackle your stress ...
2 November 2011

Grab your man by the balls

Half of men would feel more comfortable if their partner checked their testicles for the signs and symptoms of cancer, instead of their GP. Despite these findings, 62 per cent ...
2 November 2011

People with psoriasis not getting enough care and treatment

People with psoriasis in the UK are suffering as NHS specialists fail to follow national guidelines for their care and management, according to new results from The Psoriasis Association. The ...
2 November 2011

Taking supplements lowers your risk of breast cancer

Taking supplements has been found to reduce the risk of breast cancer, according to new findings. The large population-based study, reported in the journal BMC Cancer, strengthened the case for ...
2 November 2011

Boost your mood with food

The dark days of winter are here, which means that the feeling of crankiness could begin hanging over like an angry cloud! However, the good news is, mood can be ...
1 November 2011

Happier people live longer

Happiness may just be the key to a loner a life, according to new research. A five-year study of almost 4,000 middle-aged and elderly people found those who felt the ...
1 November 2011

Need help growing a moustache for Movemeber?

Today sees the start of Movember - the moustache growing charity event held ever November to raise funds and awareness for men's health. As men all around the country strive to ...
1 November 2011

Eating out on a diet

When eating healthily or on a diet, dining out at your favourite Italian, Chinese or Indian restaurant can seem a million miles away.“It’s often simpler to eat in and stick ...
31 October 2011

Super food feature: Blueberries

This week's superfood features blueberries, quite possibly the ultimate superfood. Some nutritionists have even go as far to stay that if you make one change to your diet, it's to ...
31 October 2011

One in six will suffer a stroke

The number of stroke cases are set to soar, with one in six of us suffering attacks in our lives. The figures, released to coincide with World Stroke Day, show ...
31 October 2011

Organ donation - are you in the know?

Beverley Knight, Ricky Whittle and Pooja Shah are just a few of the celebrities backing NHS Blood and Transplant's (NHSBT) new campaign to urge more Black and Asian people to ...
28 October 2011

National Sleep-in day, are you taking part?

To the delight of people all over the world, the clocks go back this Sunday, October 30, in what's known as National Sleep in Day, as the majority of people ...
27 October 2011

Diabetes cases near three million

Diabetes rates in the UK have risen to nearly three million, according to a leading charity. The number of people diagnosed with the disease has risen by nearly 130,000 to ...
27 October 2011

Sleep easy this winter

The clocks go back this Sunday, which means an extra hour in bed, but it officially signals the start of winter. A recent survey has said that three quarters of Brits ...
27 October 2011

Pill lowers the risk of ovarian cancer

Taking the pill for ten years could cut your risk of developing ovarian cancer by more than half. Researchers found that taking the contraceptive pill for more than 10 years ...
26 October 2011

Cold and flu causes our stress levels to rise in public

An early start to the morning, it's cold outside and you have to contend with coughing, sniffling people on the commute - doesn't exactly set you up for the day ...
26 October 2011

Extra pounds diminish our confidence

Putting on weight is the number one thing that will knock a women's confidence, a study has revealed. Feeling like they are carrying an extra few pounds closely followed by ...
25 October 2011

Downing Street thinks pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The famous black door of Number 10 has turned pink in a bid to help raise awareness of Breast Cancer. This morning, one of the country's most iconic buildings shone ...
25 October 2011

Christmas diet is best started today

It's that time of year again ladies, the fateful day when the diet begins in order to look our best for the Christmas Party season. October 25 has cleverly been ...
25 October 2011

Tanning 'safer in the morning'

It's safer to tan in the morning, according to new research. The level of protein which repairs DNA damage made by cancer-causing UV rays is highest at this time. So ...
25 October 2011

Avoid alcohol three days a week, doctors warn

Drinkers should avoid alcohol for three days a week to reduce the risk of liver disease, according to doctors. The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) have warned that the governements ...
24 October 2011

Bruxism Awareness Week

Bruxism is a habit that affects around eight-ten per cent of the population which is characterised by grinding of the teeth and clenching of the jaw.The habit affects people's sleep, ...
21 October 2011

Tiny spray to tackle Autumn allergies

A tiny spray that tackles allergic rhinitis is set to help combat this Autumn’s predicted allergy crisis.Allergy experts have warned that this Autumn could be the worst on record for ...