In the UK, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death, accounting for around a quarter of all fatalities every year. It is the name for a range of conditions that can affect the heart and circulatory system including heart failure, strokes and coronary heart disease. These are typically linked to a build up of … Read more
After the fun and excitement of Christmas and New Year, the reality starts to set in that we have another two months of winter to contend with. Short days and cold temperatures aren’t exactly inspiring. And with these factors we are more likely to suffer both physically and mentally, as we aren’t getting enough sunlight … Read more
Christmas is the time of year that we are most likely to pile on a few pounds. While gaining a little extra weight is nothing to worry about, it can become unhealthy past a certain point. For example, obesity is linked to multiple dangerous health conditions such as diabetes and stroke. And having too much … Read more
Whether you fix yourself a glass of bubbly or go for something a bit stronger, New Year’s Eve parties rarely see dry glasses. While enjoying alcohol in moderation isn’t the end of the world, even a small amount of the popular beverage could make you more susceptible to cancer, according to Cancer Research UK. Professor … Read more
Certain vitamins and minerals are needed to keep our bodies functioning to the best of their ability. Vitamin D is one such nutrient, which is used to keep our bones and muscles healthy. Found in exposure to sunlight, as well as certain foods, it should therefore be readily available. However, the shorter, darker days experienced … Read more
As we age it is inevitable that our appearance starts to change. This includes our skin that becomes thinner over time, making it more prone to wrinkles. A reduction of elastin and collagen in the skin also makes it saggy. An area of the body this is most evident is perhaps the neck – creating … Read more
The latest government data revealed the Covid case rate in all local authorities in England and Wales (rate per 100,000). Great Yarmouth: 54.4 Chesterfield: 49.6 Scarborough: 45.1 Isle of Wight: 44.3 Fylde: 43.1 Torbay: 41.8 Newcastle-under-Lyme: 41.7 Melton: 40.9 North Norfolk: 40.9 Stafford: 40.6 Broxtowe: 40.1 Surrey Heath: 39.2 South Hams: 38.7 Newark and Sherwood: … Read more
At Christmas and New Year we probably drink more alcohol than we would at any other time of the year. Severe headaches, dizziness, sickness and dehydration can all be uncomfortable consequences of drinking one too many. While there are no complete cures for a hangover, many of us rely on painkillers as quick symptom relief. … Read more
While fruit is usually a no-go for dinner thanks to its high content of fructose, there might be an exception to this rule, especially when it comes to sleep. Eating this inexpensive fruit before bedtime could be the key to a good night’s sleep, according to a charity specialising in sleep support. The Sleep Charity … Read more
Dementia is a syndrome, which is a group of symptoms, related to the progressive decline of the brain. Most common in people over the age of 65, though it can affect anyone of any age. Due to the nature of dementia, the symptom we most commonly think of is memory loss. And as the condition … Read more
