Health

4 July 2014

The rise of the protein princess: Women increase workouts

Women are on a fitness mission and with healthy role models like Miranda Kerr, Kelly Brook and Kim Kardashian it’s no wonder really. A survey of over 2,000 people who workout ...
4 July 2014

How to whiten your teeth with your diet

Achieve a glowing, Hollywood white smile at home with these simple tips and foods that will ensure your teeth are gleaming. Dr Tim Bradstock-Smith, head dentist at The London Smile Clinic, ...
3 July 2014

Experts warn of health risks of dehydration

Acute or chronic dehydration can cause serious short and long term health issues, and health experts say the condition is much more common than we think.  Experts say that many of ...
3 July 2014

Fitness classes combined to get women more active

Two new exciting exercise classes, Piloxing and Belrobics, have been launched this week as part of Bury Council’s ‘I Will If You Will’ movement designed to help women and girls ...
3 July 2014

Watercress the number one superfood?

We all know that fruit and vegetables are good for our health, but which one is the best? A new league table has been drawn up and watercress comes out ...
2 July 2014

Third of Brits have been sunburnt in the UK in past year

Despite nine in ten Brits knowing that too much exposure to UV radiation can increase their risk of skin cancer, new figures show that more than a third of Brits have ...
2 July 2014

How to eat healthy on holiday

A summer holiday is something many of us look forward to all year. There’s nothing better than escaping the routine of everyday life for some sun, sea and sand. For many ...
1 July 2014

Breast cancer patients feel isolated

Breast cancer patients are left feeling isolated and unsupported, according to new research. New findings from a nationwide Realities of living with advanced breast cancer (ABC) survey have revealed the true ...
1 July 2014

Lunch time sunbathing is unprotected

When the sun makes an appearance we’re all eager to soak it up, in fact nearly half the nation admit to having sunbathed on their lunch breaks at work revealing ...
30 June 2014

Water Challenge - Drinking Water Only For Two Weeks - Week Two

Again, for those unfamiliar with the water challenge, it's a simple to understand concept. Eat what you like, but for two weeks drink nothing but water. I can now say that ...
30 June 2014

UV lenses now offered as standard by Boots Opticians

Eye health comes first at Boots Opticians by including UV lenses as standard with every single pair of frames that they sell.  Not only that, but they're also urging other high ...
30 June 2014

Relationships are the biggest factor for good health

Having good relationships are the biggest factor for a healthy life, according to a 75-year study.  George E. Vaillant, Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School followed the lives of 268 ...
30 June 2014

Jenna Dewan-Tatum shares her ultimate diet tip

Jenna Dewan-Tatum "swears" by green smoothies for her health and nutrition. The 33-year-old actress thinks it's important to get as many nutrients and vitamins into her body as soon as she ...
29 June 2014

Snoring: Why your man does it and how to stop it

Snoring is something that affects 25% of the UK population. Where for many it’s considered more of an irritability, for others it can be a tell-tale sign of a more ...
28 June 2014

How to succeed with weight loss

Starting a diet plan is half the battle, but then you have to stick at it and keep on going, no matter how slow you think the weight may be ...
27 June 2014

How to get fit whilst you shop

It was Carrie Bradshaw who so honestly admitted that shopping is in fact her cardio workout and that’s why she couldn’t make the switch to online shopping, so why not ...
27 June 2014

Protein intake should be spread through meals

A steady protein intake throughout the day is the way best thing for optimum health and nutrition, according to a recent study. The research from the University of Texas examined the ...
26 June 2014

Cholesterol levels not considered health worry

Despite heart disease ranking high on the list of health concerns for over 45 year-olds, nearly half have no idea of what their cholesterol levels are, a risk factor for ...
26 June 2014

How to get a good night's sleep in the heat

With the heat to soar before June is out, the rise in temperature will make it more difficult to get a great night’s sleep. More than 58% of Brits say ...
25 June 2014

Why are we so obsessed with celebrity weight loss?

Or should I say, why celebrities are that desperate to stay in good shape? But then that would be too easy. Most media people know you look bigger on TV ...
25 June 2014

How to change your behaviour towards food

Weight loss is more effective when our behaviour towards food is changed, according to revent recommendations from NICE – so here we have some advice on how to do it. Mindful ...
24 June 2014

Teeth whitening must have trend for brides

The latest must-do on a bride’s to-do list is to have her teeth whitened, according to new research from Bupa Dental. A survey found that more than one in four ...
24 June 2014

Low levels of vitamin D increases death risk

People with very low levels of vitamin D appear to be at higher risk of death from all causes (including cancer) according to a paper published in the BMJ. The study ...
24 June 2014

Eat your water

Even with the best of intentions, and a large bottle of Evian sat smugly on your desk, it can be hard to keep to the well known “2 litre a ...