Health

25 July 2013

The Best Ways to Stay Active This Summer

We all know the importance of staying active, so why not take advantage of the weather to get outside and kick start your exercise? Going to the gym isn't for ...
25 July 2013

The 7 day body shrinking detox

Kick start your weight loss with a 7 day detox that will get you motivated, feeling fit and energised.  Nutritionist Jacqueline Wilson, shares her guide for the 7 day shrinking detox that ...
25 July 2013

Ditch the gym workouts and start swimming instead

The warmer weather is definitely an encouraging factor in helping us to get in shape. No one wants to bare the flesh if they don't feel comfortable in it, do ...
24 July 2013

Just under a third of us will reach 65 healthy

Less than a third of us are going to reach 65 in a healthy state, according to a new discussion at the International Longevity Centre. Gains in life expectancy have outstripped ...
24 July 2013

Don’t let cystitis spoil your summer

Many British women opting for a holiday abroad this summer may be worried about cystitis, a urinary tract infection which is prevalent in holiday-makers and honeymooners. Though a very common ...
24 July 2013

The effect of high heels on spinal health

High heels are favoured by plenty of women, but just what effect will they have on your spinal health. We got the expert, Dr Martin Knight, a back specialist on Harley ...
23 July 2013

Lose weight fast but sensibly with these tips

With the hot weather we've been recently having it's bound to have kickstarted plenty of diets, who wants extra pounds on show when we're trying to keep cool?  Crash diets however ...
23 July 2013

"Don't ignore a persistent cough", warns Lung Cancer campaign

More people need to be aware of the signs of lung cancer as figures reveal the stark reality of early diagnosis on survival rates.   Almost 24,000 people a year in ...
23 July 2013

How to stay hydrated in the heat

The rain may have come but the temperatures are still up there, so we still need to ensure that we're keeping hydrated.  Independent consultant to the Natural Hydration Council - Dr ...
22 July 2013

The Diva Workout With Hayley Newton - Week 19

Let's look at celebrities shall we. To become someone famous in a spotlight, you can't be embarrassed to pull the attention on to you. You have to be proud of ...
22 July 2013

NHS needs more Compassionate Leadership Teams

The findings of a three-year study of the National Health Service supports the Francis Report in calling for more small and compassionate leadership teams of doctors, nurses and managers to ...

22 July 2013

Tea helps to stabilise blood pressure

Drinking tea can help to stabilise blood pressure according to new research. It's good news for those who enjoy their fare share of it.  Experts say the benefits of tea are ...
21 July 2013

How to have a healthy summer

Whether you’re heading abroad this summer or enjoying a staycation, it pays to prepare. All About Health pharmacist Joanne Carey says many summer complaints can be avoided by popping along to ...
20 July 2013

Healthy snack: Pistachios and Beer

It's widely-known that as part of a calorie controlled diet nuts are a healthy choice. They contain protein, 'good' mono-unsaturated and poly-unsaturated fat, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. In the ...
19 July 2013

Women weigh 7lbs lighter in the summer

There's another reason to enjoy the summer months - we weigh less during them.  The average woman’s weight fluctuates by 1.6 stones during her lifetime  – but she always looks her ...
18 July 2013

Heart disease risk increased by work stress and unhealthy lifestyle

People with stressful jobs and unhealthy lifestyles are at higher risk of developing heart disease than those who have stressful jobs but lead more healthy lifestyles. These findings come from work ...
17 July 2013

Cutting down on smoking

73% of UK smokers are currently trying to cut down or would like to, but it's just not happening for them. A lot of people according to the research don't ...
16 July 2013

Fitness in the Heat With Hayley Newton: Week 18

Well it's definitely summer time! I am enjoying the rays immensely and it's making my fitness workouts a lot more enjoyable. The positives for working out in the sun are: - ...
16 July 2013

Health benefits of cherries

Cherries are in-season at the moment, so there’s one big reason to ensure you’re eating more of them. And here are some health reasons too. They’ve been used medicinally for thousands ...
15 July 2013

Eye health advice for summer

We all like to make the most of sunny days in the UK – after all, we never know when we’ll get another one. For those who aren’t willing to ...
14 July 2013

Eating healthy on a budget

Eating healthily needn't be as expensive as everyone thinks, you can produce cheap and delicious meals with a little planning.  TV presenter and winner of celebrity MasterChef, Lisa Faulkner, shares her ...
11 July 2013

Hypothermia holiday death threat

Hypothermia, the condition that occurs when the body’s core temperature cools to dangerously low levels, is the last thing on your mind in July but it can and does kill all year ...
9 July 2013

The importance of organ donation

Asda has announced a major new life saving partnership with NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) to support this year’s National Transplant Week (8th - 14th July). In a bid to ...
9 July 2013

Ear care tips

Looking forward to your summer holiday? Dreaming of sunbathing with a good book in one hand and a cocktail in the other? But one thing you may have overlooked on ...