Health News

Exercise
30 September 2012

Exercise patterns: How do you work out?

Working out and keeping active has become a way of life for many people, and many more should be getting...
The risk of dementia is increased by 50 per cent
29 September 2012

Anxiety and sleep drug could increase risk of dementia in over 65s

People over 65 who take a drug used to treat anxiety and sleep problems could increase their risk of...
Health
29 September 2012

Brits ignoring serious health symptoms and avoiding GP

Two in five people are avoiding the doctor, even if they think their symptoms are serious. Watch the video with...
Parenting on Female First
28 September 2012

Whooping cough vaccine offered to pregnant women to protect newborns

Pregnant women will be offered whooping cough vaccinations to protect their newborn babies following a...
What sort of effect can vitamin D have on asthma?
28 September 2012

Asthma sufferers on the rise - but what is the cause?

With increasing number of asthma sufferers, more and more studies are focusing on the connection with vitamin D...
The Procyon Audio Visual System
27 September 2012

Procyon: Health Product of the week

Stress, struggling to concentrate, lack of sleep and floundering performance are all bound to affect us at some...
Health on Female First
27 September 2012

Julia Roberts' dental health tip

Julia Roberts has finally revealed the secret to her beautiful smile and how she keeps her teeth pearly white
Potatoes
26 September 2012

Healthy food: Potatoes, the new 'Supercarb'

Diets containing a greater amount of potatoes than alternative carbohydrates such as rice and pasta provide...
Lunch
26 September 2012

Brits sparing just twenty minutes for lunch

New research reveals that longer working hours and busier lifestyles are eroding traditional meal times with...
Child obesity
25 September 2012

Children's diets lacking 75 per cent of vital omega-3s

Children's diets have become something of an issue with obesity at all all-time high, but new research has...
Do you take your heart health into consideration?
25 September 2012

World Heart Federation says heart health starts earlier than you think

Half of people incorrectly believe we should wait until age 30 or older before taking action to...
Do you and your family have a healthy heart?
25 September 2012

Heart disease and children: The facts

Cardiovascular disease can affect people of all ages, & the risk begins in early life through unhealthy diets,...
Do you visit the GP often?
24 September 2012

People risking health by not visiting GP

Almost a third of people in the UK admit that visiting the GP is the last thing on their mind, even if they had...
What do you think should be done to increase the support offered?
24 September 2012

People suffering with cancer not given enough support

Almost a third of people affected by cancer feel that they have insufficient information and support outside...
We all need to talk more about dementia
23 September 2012

Stars back new campaign to drive awareness of dementia

Sir Michael Parkinson, Fiona Phillips and Gordon Banks to support national “A Day to Remember” campaign,...
Are you eating a healthy diet?
23 September 2012

Poor diets are leading to a decline in eyesight

Eye health experts are warning that poor diets and unhealthy lifestyles are fuelling a decline in the nation's...
Lose weight and get into your LBD with these tips
22 September 2012

How to lose weight in time for Christmas

Leading UK dietitian Helen Bond and consultant to the free XLS-Medical online support program ‘123 hello...
How much do you want to lose before Christmas?
22 September 2012

Start your party season diet today say experts

The 12-week countdown begins as 2.7 million people start their Little Black Dress diet to get ready for...
What effect does alcohol on you?
21 September 2012

Friday work drinks can leave you with more than just a headache

On the most popular day of the week for work drinks, new research from alcohol education charity...
When was the last time you had your eyes checked?
21 September 2012

Eye health needs to taken more seriously

Around five million Brits can't remember or believe it was more than ten years ago that they had their last eye...
Do you find yourself lacking in motivation?
21 September 2012

‘Iron Out’ Anaemic Problems and Boost Energy

Sports anaemia is a condition that affects 50% of female endurance athletes, here we explain what it is, what...
The ProDiet app is available on the iPhone
20 September 2012

Best Health app: ProDiet

Best Health app this week has to go to ProDiet, a unique application which you can help you to lose weight in a...
Don't let the flu take you down
20 September 2012

Beat Fresher's Flu with these products

around 90 percent of students succumb to the dreaded fresher’s flu in their first few weeks of university.
Do you suffer with headaches?
19 September 2012

Painkillers cause more headaches

Treating regular headaches with painkillers can make them worse, according to new research.