As the saying goes, “you are what you eat”, and it is no secret that diet plays an enormous part in our health and wellbeing. Eating too much of certain foods can lead to a range of health problems, while upping your intake of others can have the opposite effect. With this in mind, a … Read more
An expert has revealed that eating a simple £1.50 fruit could help lower your risk of developing dementia. According to Dr Emer MacSweeney, eating more blueberries can lower your chances of developing age-related dementia and boost your memory skills. It is thought half a cup a day will help with your brain health. Speaking to … Read more
Nutritional scientist Tim Spector has delivered a sweet revelation for chocolate enthusiasts: it’s beneficial for your health, but only if you opt for the right kind. The King’s College London professor and founder of the Zoe health app advises sticking to dark chocolate with over 70 per cent cacao for significant health benefits. The magic … Read more
Dementia is a progressive condition linked to the ongoing decline of the brain leading to problems with memory and changes in behaviour. Most common in people over the age of 65, it can often be seen as something that just happens as we get older. However, there are a number of contributing factors that can … Read more
In a groundbreaking dementia trial, researchers at the University of Oxford have found that the “little blue pill” often used to enhance sexual performance could be instrumental in preventing a common form of dementia caused by the narrowing of blood vessels. The drug, Sildenafil, more commonly known as Viagra, could potentially play a role in preventing … Read more
He told his BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing: “There is one hot beverage that seems to have the edge especially when it comes to your brain health.” “[Green tea] takes a bit of getting used to but that taste is actually the polyphenols in the tea which potentially boast some extra health perks, … Read more
