Tag: Health
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Two mugs of coffee a day could help keep the heart healthy. A study has linked the drink with a lower risk of heart failure. With up to 40 per cent of those affected dying within a year of diagnosis, heart failure has a worse survival rate than many cancers. The latest research suggests that…
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Every new parent in the UK will soon be told about the subtle warning signs of a deadly eye cancer, after a prolonged campaign by a children’s cancer charity. The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT) has conducted a year-long campaign, backed by Damian Hinds MP, parenting website Mumsnet and high street optician Vision Express, calling…
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This great ‘10 keys for happier living’ poster has been produced by Action for Happiness, the movement for positive social change. Their aim is to create a happier society, basing these 10 solutions on research which identified the best ways for a happier and more fulfilling life. More info PS. The ‘10 keys for happier…
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Natural ways to beat insomnia Zest magazine provides some natural ideas for helping you to sleep, with a focus on issues such as stress, caffeine, cramps and bloating. The NHS reportedly spends £50million per year on drugs to help beat insomnia when there are natural solutions available. Copyright (c) 123RF Stock Photos
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New research has identified vitamin B6 deficiency as a link to PMS, recommending 100mg a day for PMS sufferers, as reported in Zest magazine. “You’ll need to combine it with zinc (15mg a day) and magnesium (200mg a day) for vitamin B6 to work effectively. Magnesium has the added bonus of being nature’s tranquiliser.” Your…
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‘Dos & Don’ts when Caring for Pregnant Clients’ Jennifer O’Rourke, director of admissions at the Canadian Beauty College, and Jolene Ali, owner of Sweet Momma pregnancy spa in Edmonton, Alberta Canada, share with Salon Magazine their tips on the best ways to treat pregnant clients. Image: iStockphoto
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The new NHS 111 service has reached over 1 million calls! This service enables patients to reach the whole of the NHS with one free number, for those who: Need medical help fast but it’s not a 999 emergency Need some guidance about the best possible service Don’t know who to call or don’t have…
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Read any articles about a recently published study that looked at exercise and depression? If so, you might be interested in this piece on NHS Choices that takes a look behind the headlines…’ Image: iStockphoto
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A forty second animated video encouraging people to sign an e-petition calling for 5000 more midwives has been launched by the Royal College of Midwives (RCM). The video is the latest move in the RCM’s Protect Maternity Services campaign. The animation and voiceover highlight the rapidly rising birthrate and the lack of adequate numbers of…
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“A dark chocolate a day keeps the doctor away” It’s good news for all chocolate lovers, a daily dose of dark chocolate could lower the risk of stroke and heart attack, according to new research. In a study published today in the British Medical Journal, Monash University researchers showed that dark chocolate’s blood pressure- and…
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Following our blog from Dr Fiona Holland on re-evaluating judgements about our bodies to promote self-esteem, we have seen some real developments on this subject in recent days. The All Party Parliamentary Group on Body Image has released a report, ‘Reflections on body image’, supporting the need for the promotion of positive body image: “There…
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5 (scientific) reasons we’re always hungry Hunger pangs are caused by so many factors – even the weather! Stylist looks at the reasons we reach for food in the afternoon, including: temperature, portion sizes, aroma, lighting and sleep. *steps away from the snack box* Copyright (c) 123RF Stock Photos
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