Eating breakfast is supposed to lead to less calorie consumption during the day. But new research suggest that skipping breakfast may not cause us to overeat later. Juggling the demands of modern life can leave little time for breakfast, despite it … Continue reading
Hair loss is very common and may involve bald patches, complete baldness or gradual thinning. It can get worse as we age with changes in hormones. Onion juice may be able to help because: Onions contain certain minerals, which may … Continue reading
In a study that followed almost 3,000 older people with normal cognition, researchers found that a simple smell test was able to identify those at higher risk of dementia, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics … Continue reading
More than one third of people in the developed world have metabolic syndrome, an insulin-resistant state in which borderline high blood sugar and other metabolic abnormalities indicate an increased risk for serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, cancer … Continue reading
Women aged 50 plus spend an average of £1,783 a year on looking glamorous, a study has found. The typical older woman annually splashes out £117 on make-up, £378 on clothes and a whopping £1,288 on nights out. The study … Continue reading
Medicinal plants have long been valued for their role in treating numerous diseases. Yet pinpointing the exact molecules from an array of compounds that comprise the majority of plant species has proved quite difficult. University of Toyama researchers in Japan … Continue reading
Make this tasty meat free recipe below and vote for your favourite organic product! This year you can get involved with organic too, the BOOMs Nation’s Favourite Award asks the people to find and vote for the most popular organic … Continue reading
Taking Music to the Mountains is a festival of 24 concerts in magnificent natural settings which takes place between July 7 – August 31, 2017. Each summer, the Sounds of the Dolomites music festival is held in the beautiful Trentino … Continue reading
For many years, apple cider vinegar has been linked with an array of health benefits, according to an article in Medical News Today. These have ranged from aiding weight loss to relieving cold symptoms. But does taking it help people … Continue reading
A new scientific study reveals that drinking beetroot juice prior to working out enables the aging brain to perform more efficiently and appear younger. Previous studies have shown that beetroot juice increases blood flow to the skeletal muscles during exercise … Continue reading
London’s first health fair dedicated to the ancient Indian principles of Ayurveda – Ayurveda For Everyone – is taking place next weekend of Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 April, 2017.Elixir has four pairs of tickets to give away – 2 … Continue reading
Chloé’s signature scent truly embodies the creative, confident individuality of the Chloé woman: a fresh, feminine fragrance with an innate sense of chic. The perfume is created with a mix of natural and couture ingredients. The bottle is made with … Continue reading
Active older people should keep on running, according to a new study from the University of Colorado Boulder and Humboldt State University. It revealed that seniors who run several times a week expend about the same amount of energy walking … Continue reading
Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of chronic headache, such as migraine, according to a new study from the University of Eastern Finland. The recent Kuopio Ischaemic Heart Disease Risk Factor Study, KIHD, analysed the serum vitamin D levels … Continue reading
A traditional Tuscan soup that is low in fat and calories and a perfect cool weather warmer Serves 6 Ingredients For the croutons • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil • 2 cloves garlic, quartered • 1 slice whole-grain bread, cut … Continue reading
New discoveries are highlighting the roles that a low-cost amino acid, taurine, plays in helping to preserve the human mind. The importance of maintaining critical concentrations of taurine, as we age is being recognised by specialists in cognitive medicine. In … Continue reading
AFE London Art Antiques Interiors Fair is set to take place for the first time next month at the ExCeL London. Running from Friday 13th until Sunday 15th January, the Fair will play host to a fantastic line up of … Continue reading
Psoriasis is a common, autoimmune inflammatory disease that causes raised, scaly patches, known as plaques, to appear on the skin. It can be mild or chronic. These scaly patches appear most often on the knees, scalp, and the outside of … Continue reading
A large analysis of current research shows that people who eat at least 20g of nuts a day have a lower risk of heart disease, cancer and other diseases. The analysis of all current studies on nut consumption and disease … Continue reading
Improving your gut health is a simple way to make a real difference to your health and wellbeing, particular since it is now implicated in many diseases. It’s also that time again when we pledge to become fitter, better versions … Continue reading
Is there really a cure for ageing? Scientists discover breakthrough procedure to replace specific parts of ageing cells by getting them to eat themselves to death. • As we age, our mitochondrial DNA mutates, deteriorating and eventually killing off cells … Continue reading
John Lewis is matching prices against a competitor’s promotion as well lowering hundreds of prices even further over the weekend. Black Friday creative is now available in the interface, and some top deals to call out include the following: Electricals: … Continue reading
Living DNA is a personal DNA service, designed to help people understand more about themselves and where they came from in unparalleled detail. A sample is collected from inside the mouth using a swab and the DNA analysed against various … Continue reading
by Avril O’Connor Morocco is one of those exotic places that most of us dream about visiting. In the past because of its ‘in’ destination status its been very expensive particularly during the peak season which is basically our winter … Continue reading
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