Healthy lifestyle tweaks are some of the most potent weapons you can add to your arsenal of protection against a myriad of health problems. Not even high blood sugar levels are immune to the effects of healthy foods and good sleep. Fortunately, a diabetes specialist outlined the “uncommon” changes that could lower your levels “fast”. … Read more
Whether you treat yourself to a greasy burger or cheesy chips covered with mayonnaise, certain food choices are an obvious cholesterol red flag. However, a popular breakfast could also spell bad news for your arteries. A pharmacist has warned that one food item that is often consumed first thing in the morning “should be avoided”. … Read more
Type 2 diabetes refers to a common condition that causes your blood sugar levels to become too high, raising the spectre of serious complications. While diabetes won’t stop you from enjoying your food, knowing some simple hacks and swaps can help you choose healthier options, according to Diabetes UK. Carbohydrates found in the likes of … Read more
A 62-year-old man has received 217 Covid jabs against medical advice in a bizarre case that has baffled scientists. The man, from Germany, was then studied by scientists, a study published in the The Lancet Infectious Diseases journal reports. The vaccines were bought and administered privately to the 62-year-old over the course of 29 months. … Read more
Dr Michael Mosley has warned that snacking at the wrong time of day could spell a serious risk to your health. The health guru’s BBC podcast Just One Thing revealed that a third of people had snacks after 9 pm. Worryingly, even healthy options after this time could be bad for you. Dr Mosley said: … Read more
A brain expert has described a test people can do to determine their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Speaking to Steven Bartlett on the podcast Diary Of A CEO, Dr Andy Galpin, a Professor of Kinesiology (the study of movement) at California State University, explained that your grip could tell you about more than just … Read more
A new measles jab campaign is set to hit TV and social media next week as cases of the disease continue to rise in children. The uptake for all routine childhood vaccinations has plummeted, creating a risk of outbreaks of more than a dozen serious illnesses. At least 650 people have caught measles just since … Read more
A doctor has revealed what you can do right now to give yourself a “longer and healthier tomorrow”. Healthy lifestyle habits can often pave the way to longevity. Fortunately, Dr Mehmet Oz, an American television presenter and physician, shared the 10 “simple” things you can do to “add years to your life”. 1. Aspirin Speaking … Read more
2. Oats Another item to add to your cholesterol-lowering shopping list is oats. Dr Caudle said: “The thing about oatmeal or oats is that they have a lot of soluble fibre. “Soluble fibre is really important with cholesterol because it helps decrease the absorption of cholesterol into the bloodstream.” 3. Salmon The doctor explained that … Read more
Experts always stress the importance of your first meal of the day. Breakfast breaks your overnight fast, so it’s your first source of glucose needed to boost your energy levels and alertness. Therefore, you want it to go steady on your blood sugar, releasing energy gradually and also providing other essential nutrients. However, many Britons … Read more
