Health

16 June 2013

Brits don’t know much about asthma

Despite more than 5.4 million asthma sufferers in Britain, new research indicates that we have a low understanding of the condition. Although 94% of Brits understand that asthma is a serious ...
15 June 2013

How young people can stay healthy on holiday

There’s nothing quite like going away with friends, lots of partying and plenty of sun – but it’s important to ensure that you stay healthy.   Every summer almost 4,000 young ...
15 June 2013

Nutrition guide for cyclists

If you’re taking part in a cycling challenge this summer, you’ll be starting to think about your training around about now. Nutrition should be a big part of your training programme, ...
14 June 2013

Protect your eyes from UV damage this summer

As much as we need to protect our skin from UV rays, we need to protect our eyes too. Wearing cheap and inefficient sunglasses when the sun’s out just won’t ...
14 June 2013

Eating healthy fats

Eating fats is essential for our overall health, despite what many people may think. Healthy fats, unsaturated ones, which come from oils and spreads are beneficial to our nutrition. As with ...
13 June 2013

Enjoy food and still lose weight this summer

The holiday season is here and whether you’re losing weight for a big occasion or just so you feel better in your skin, there’s nothing worse than not enjoying the ...
13 June 2013

Unhealthy workspace has long-term impact on our health

Workstation woes are causing long term health problems among office workers, according to a major new survey.  Almost three quarters of office workers suffer from ailments as a direct result of ...
12 June 2013

The importance of self-examination for Testicular Cancer

As it's Men's Health Week and Testicular cancer is the most common cancer for men aged 15-49 in the UK, we have the expert advice on how to self examine.  Cases of Testicular ...
12 June 2013

National Glaucoma Week: Detect the condition with regular eye tests

More than 40% of Brits are putting their eye health at risk by not having an annual eye test, according to new research. Early signs of serious eye conditions such as ...
12 June 2013

How eating habits affect our digestive health

Thanks to our busy lives and schedules more and more people are spending their days rushing around, which is leaving little time to spend eating.  It seems eating is taking a ...
11 June 2013

Tamzin Outhwaite's father talks about his prostate cancer journey

Ahead of Father’s Day, Tamzin Outhwaite and her father, Colin, talk about his prostate cancer journey.  You can log onto the live and interactive WebTV show with Tamzin Outhwaite, where she will ...
11 June 2013

Risky food hygiene habits means we're gambling with our guts

We're putting our health at risk when cooking at home, according to a new survey.   More than 80% of those asked admitted to one or more habits that put them ...
10 June 2013

Using sunscreen also allows for vitamin D production

Getting out in the sun is good for our vitamin D production, as well as our happiness levels, but it’s also important that we stay safe in the sun. New research ...
10 June 2013

Denise Welch joins mental health charity Mind to combat stigma

Mind, the mental health charity, has announced that Denise Welch will join the organisation as an official ambassador. She will raise vital awareness, encouraging the one in four people who ...
10 June 2013

How to stay fit and trim with Hayley Newton: Week 13

The Power-Plate Craze So this week I would like to bring to your attention the "Power-Plate" craze This is a new piece of technology that is glorified with slogans such as "the ...
9 June 2013

How to keep cool on hot summer nights by The Sleep Council

This week has been glorious! The sun has been blazing down and we have enjoyed waking up to clear blue skies rather than it being the typical dull, wet and ...
9 June 2013

Healthy diet plan: Which is best for your body?

There are a huge number of healthy eating plans you could try to help you lose weight this summer, but which one will you choose? If you are thinking about losing ...
8 June 2013

Over half of UK drivers have suffered from blurred vision whilst behind the wheel

A recent survey by Opticrom Hayfever Eye Drops had revealed that 55% of UK drivers who suffer from hayfever have been distracted by blurred vision and watery eyes whilst driving. The ...
8 June 2013

Unhealthy lifestyle ages women 10 years

We're constantly told about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, but here's a little warning. An unhealthy lifestyle can age a woman's skin by over ten years.  The study, which looked ...
8 June 2013

The bikini-ready workout

There’s mere weeks till bikini season properly hits us, but are you ready for it? Circuit training is the perfect workout if you’re looking to lose weight quickly and tone your ...
7 June 2013

Top Sport Stars That Make Us Want To Get Active

After last year's Olympics, we all wanted to follow in our favourites sports personality's footsteps and get fit. Now with summer here and Wimbledon on the horizon, we're going to ...
7 June 2013

How To Prevent Hay Fever

Summer is one of the most exciting times of the year; we feel more social, always going out and spending time with friends in the sun. However, hay fever can ...
7 June 2013

Salt hidden in biscuits

We know too much salt is bad for our health, and we need to be more careful about what we're eating because research, carried out by Consensus Action on Salt ...
7 June 2013

Bikini body nightmares

The countdown to the summer holiday is on however a new study released today shows many women are so insecure about their bodies that millions are actually dreading having to ...