Health

5 August 2013

How to have a healthy lifestyle

The reluctant exerciser Can't seem to lose those extra pounds no matter how much you diet? Well there's no need for a Jane Fonda-style workout before your eyes are even open. One ...
5 August 2013

Generation painkiller: 33% taking pain pills everyday

You don't really think about it do you? But you feel some pain and you take a painkiller to help relieve the symptoms. But when are you taking too many ...
5 August 2013

Shopping burns 15,000 calories a year

If there’s never been a better excuse to shop it has to be that new research finds that each year 15,000 calories are burnt whilst we’re doing it. Walking the average ...
4 August 2013

We spend more time worrying about exercise than actually doing it

We need to lighten up when it comes to exercise according to new research, as over a third of us have admitted to taking it too seriously, and nearly two ...
3 August 2013

Sleep tips to get you through the heat

The heat doesn’t seem to be going anywhere soon, and it’s making it a struggle to sleep well at night. Here we have some expert tips to ensure you get a ...
2 August 2013

Over-filled handbags leading to health complications

Two-thirds of fashion-conscious young women in the UK have been affected by a new medical condition blamed on Victoria Beckham. Experts say ‘Poshitis’ is caused by regularly carrying large, stuffed, tote ...
2 August 2013

Why Table Tennis is the Sport for You

When you decide you want to get fitter, table tennis isn’t often the sport that comes to mind. Most people have probably never played the sport, yet table tennis is ...
2 August 2013

World Breastfeeding Week - is there enough support?

World Breastfeeding Week takes place this week and this year the theme is Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers. One of the key objectives is to draw attention to the importance of ...
2 August 2013

Parents risk skin cancer by not practising what they preach

Parents are risking skin cancer as they're more worried about applying sun cream to their children than themselves.  40 per cent of UK parents (which equates to around 4.5 million) of children ...
1 August 2013

How to Decrease Your Stress Levels After Work

Dealing with stress can be increasingly difficult. If you’re in a  high pressure job, it’s vitally important to wind down when you get home to ensure that you stay healthy ...
1 August 2013

New breast cancer drug hope

A new treatement for breast cancer could be unveiled by attacking the sweet tooth of tumours, according to new research.    By blocking certain proteins, scientists found they could stop breast ...
1 August 2013

Women pressured to get back to post-baby body after just a month

When celebrity parents seemingly bounce back to their pre-pregnancy body it can put pressure on everyay people and make them wonder why their body isn't like that.  It most likely has ...
31 July 2013

The war against sunbeds

We all know how bad sunbeds are for our skin, yet they're still being used. But hopefully not for much longer.  Liverpool City Council is leading the way by calling on ...
31 July 2013

Beat the bloat for the perfect summer body

Nothing drains your confidence like feeling bloated, especially when faced with baring all on the beach. But if Dukan, 5:2 and other faddy diets haven’t worked for you have you considered ...
30 July 2013

Do You Clean Your Smartphone?

We come into contact with our smartphones so many times a day and yet we often don’t think about how many germs could be living on it. Many tests have shown ...
30 July 2013

Fitness tips: Don't damage your joints

Joint problems can greatly hinder your fitness goals, but all it takes is a little preparation and some knowledge to help ensure healthy joints.  Tackling any fitness challenge whether it’s running, ...
30 July 2013

How to get perfect posture

The BEST fashion accessory that you can have is your posture. Everybody strives to find clothing that suits them, that ideal dress or that perfect outfit but too many people ...
30 July 2013

Men's health: Checking for testicular cancer

In light of the new research that 96% of men who have testicular cancer survive, we thought we'd reiterate the need for self examination.  To help keep these numbers where they ...
29 July 2013

Top Tips on How to Stay Healthy in the Workplace

When you’re sat in an office all day, it can be difficult to stay fit and healthy. Whether it’s a lack of activity or the temptation to give in to ...
29 July 2013

Get fit with dancing: Fitness expert Hayley Newton shares her tips

Dancing is a fantastic way to get fit and have fun All forms of dancing are fantastic for your health, body and mood. Whether you’re dancing whilst doing the housework, in ...
29 July 2013

Back care tips for new parents

Carrying the new baby correctly is just half of the issue, you need to watch your own posture too.  Recent research revealed that suffering from back pain has prevented more than ...
29 July 2013

Mums put health at risk by skipping meals

Putting your family first comes as a natural instinct, but how is it affecting your health? New research has found that mums across the country are skipping meals and missing out ...
28 July 2013

Health tips for new mums

Of course, thanks to the birth of Prince George on Monday there has been baby fever this week. But we're thinking about those yummy mummies instead.  Anjum Anand, TV chef, best-selling ...
26 July 2013

Have a healthy flight with these tips

Flying, especially long distance can have a draining effect on our bodies, and that’s the last thing we need when we arrive at our destination. We want to arrive looking and ...