A doctor has taken to TikTok to warn followers about the lifestyle habits that can be detrimental to your health – including drinking coffee in the afternoon. Dr Poonam Desai, who goes by @doctoranddancer online, shared the social media video to her 22.6K followers to highlight the hidden health risks that can be easily overlooked. … Read more
We talk about stress all the time: “It’s been a stressful day”, “My boss is stressing me out”, “Try not to stress about it”. An online search for the words “health and stress” will generate a tsunami of scary stories that will probably raise your blood pressure and add to your stress levels. But is … Read more
The NHS is advocating a vitamin regime to help not just bone, teeth, and muscle health, but also to ensure your immune system is at its best. Vitamin D has several essential roles and is crucial for maintaining good health. It controls the absorption of calcium and phosphorus. This helps to ensure that your immune … Read more
Greece holidaymakers have been urged that eight weeks before they are due to fly, they should check one thing according to experts. On the Foreign Office website, the government officials warn tourists that “at least eight weeks before your trip” you should ensure that you are up-to-date with the latest vaccine recommendations and health risks. … Read more
Eating in bed may seem like a harmless indulgence, but one sleep expert has issued a stark warning against this habit, citing three key reasons why it should be avoided. Research reveals that one in seven people in the UK enjoy their takeaways in bed. However, sleep experts at MattressNextDay have now warned that this … Read more
Swimmers are being warned about the severe health risks of taking a dip in dirty waters after fears over the River Seine’s cleanliness led to the postponement of the Olympic triathlon event due to water quality concerns. The risk to public health from swimming in poor-quality water has been thrust into the spotlight by doctors, … Read more
Many of us are partial to a bit of chocolate every now and then. And while it is tasty, we know that it is not the healthiest snack we can eat due to its sugar content. However, new research has shown that it could come with some other unexpected health risks. A study from The … Read more
The detrimental effects of loneliness on health can be traced back to evolution, with one expert warning that it increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease and Alzheimer’s. Severe loneliness not only causes emotional pain but also leads to physiological changes that may not be immediately noticeable but can significantly impact health in the long … Read more
Many of us have the same bathroom routine we stick to on a daily basis. Practising good hygiene is vital for both our physical and mental wellbeing. However, certain bathroom habits could pose a significant danger to our health, an expert has warned. Doctor Donald Grant, GP and senior clinical advisor at the Independent Pharmacy, … Read more
Many of us rely on certain medications at some point in our lives. These can be common over-the-counter drugs such as painkillers like paracetamol or ibuprofen to assist with headaches or back pain, or something more specialist like blood pressure medications or certain antidepressants. Whatever the medication you take they will come with some level … Read more
