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Thousands have glaucoma without knowing, say experts
London: Glaucoma affects up to half a million people in the UK and is the second largest cause of unnecessary sight loss.[1] Around a quarter of a million people dont know they have the condition as glaucoma often doesnt have … Continue reading
Lunch time naps increase diabetes risk
Glasgow: Taking regular lunchtime siestas could increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, according to the findings of a research study being presented this week at leading health charity Diabetes UKs Annual Professional Conference in Glasgow. Researchers¹ looked at … Continue reading
Excercise key to staying younger
New York: Fitness, strength and flexibility do not inevitably fade away with age, and are more often a matter of lifestyle choices, according to a new report. Often, the discomforts of middle-age, like lower back pain or stiff joints, are … Continue reading
Stem cells used to repair breast post cancer ops
London: British surgeons are using stem-cell-enriched fat from women’s bodies to repair the damage of surgery following breast cancer operations and radiotherapy. The procedure, which is being trialled at Leeds General Infirmary, so far appears to restore the softness and … Continue reading
Win a FREE day of pampering at five-star spa Champneys
London: Healthcare provider Beneden is offering a package of treats for one lucky Elixir reader to help you kickstart your New Year health regime. The programme for this luxury pampering day is: Arrival 9am Welcome, Introduction and fresh juice, Champneys … Continue reading
Red Reishi – the magic mushroom of immortality?
Red Reishi, was once so rare that its use was reserved solely for Chinese emperors who revered it as the secret to youth, health and beauty. Today though reishi is available around the world, but it appears the Emperors were … Continue reading
How diet and exercise cut cancer risk – new statistics
Positive changes to diet, physical activity and body weight can substantially decrease your risk for most types of cancer, according to the latest information from the World Cancer Research Fund. Commenting on the research the British Nutrition Foundation says: “This … Continue reading
Beautiful hair – the latest products from Wella
How to get beautiful hair with the latest products from Wella – the experts show you how the right treatments can make you look stunning.
Top Tips for quitting smoking – watch the video
Listen to an expert on why you should quite smoking to save your health and beauty. As the number of people quitting smoking last year falls by 24% in the UK, No Smoking Day, on March 11, challenges 12 million … Continue reading
Just three cups of tea daily reduces stroke risk
London: Daily consumption of three cups of tea a day reduces the risk of stroke and death from stroke, according to the findings of a recent meta-analysis.[1] The meta-analysis included 10 studies from 6 different countries: China, Japan, Finland, the … Continue reading
Mature women with great skin are happier & heathier, reveals new Astral survey
Report on mature skincare from the makers of Astral Foreword by Elixir Editor, Avril O Connor The UK is an ageing society. The Office of National Statistics (ONS) says that although the population grew by 8 per cent in the … Continue reading
Mexican detox smoothie giveaway from Crussh
CRUSSH the UKs oasis of healthy food and wellbeing has launched the UKs first ever Cactus detox smoothie. Cactus has been used for thousands of years by Mexican natives to enhance health and vitality. Celebrated for its wealth of health-promoting … Continue reading
Scientists develop early-warning plaque detector
Liverpool: Scientists at the University of Liverpool have developed a new dental product to identify plaque build-up in the mouth before it is visible to the human eye. The toothbrush-sized product has a blue light at its tip, which, when … Continue reading
Non-smokers live longer
London: Smoking matters more than money and class in determining how long you will live, researchers said. Smokers from the highest social class are more likely to die early than non-smokers in the lowest class. And smoking also wipes out … Continue reading
British men ignore eye health, reveals new survey
London: British men are seriously neglecting their eyes, according to a national study for Vision Express, the UK national chain of optometrists. A poll of more than 2,000 men and women found that more than two-thirds of men (67%) have … Continue reading
Healthy lifestyle delays ageing
London: Chromosomes of people who lead a healthy lifestyle do not age as rapidly as those who have a poor diet and take little exercise. A healthy lifestyle may also slow the process of ageing, according to a study conducted … Continue reading
Get beauty from the inside out with free diet booklet from the experts at Yakult
London: A survey conducted by probiotic experts Yakult reveals that 15.5 million Brits are struggling to keep to their New Year resolutions at the start of the year with 5 million admitting to failing altogether. The research by Yakult showed … Continue reading
Look great at the wheel with TV make-up guru Ruby Hammer
London: How often have you stopped at a red light and seen a hot looking guy sitting in their car at the other side of the junction? Its true that you never know when youre going to meet Mr. Right … Continue reading
Vitamin D – the hot anti-ageing nutrient for 2009
Vitamin D, one of the cheapest supplements on the market, is effective against most of the diseases of ageing, say experts. But most men and women, do not have adequate levels to protect their immune system, according to several studies. … Continue reading
Plums – the cheap & cheerful superfood!
Houston: Plums have had their status as a ‘super-food’ by scientists confirmed yet again, by scientists. They found the purple fruit matched or exceeded blueberries in antioxidants and phytonutrients, which help prevent disease. Researcher Dr David Byrne, of AgriLife Research, … Continue reading
Stem cell hope for MS sufferers
Chicago: Stem cell injections may be able to help reverse the crippling effects of multiple sclerosis, a study published today says. Four out of five adults in the early stages of MS who were injected with stem cells taken from … Continue reading
Beautiful skin by world-renowned expert Dr Des Fernandes
Cape Town: Beautiful Skin – exclusive guide by Dr Des Fernandes, one of the world’s leading experts on skin care Scientists are promising us that we are going to live longer but who wants to live longer if it only … Continue reading
Get a bikini body at Wimpole Aesthetics with Makeover Miles
London: The Wimpole Aesthetic Centre in offering 10% off Thermage – an amazing fat shrinking radio wave treatment that will get rid of double chins, bingo wings and floppy tummies. It is also offering 15% off a course of five … Continue reading
Another bad night’s sleep – free tips from the experts at TEMPUR
London: Getting a good night’s sleep helps keep the immune system operating at optimum, according to new research from Carnegie Mellon University. The research discovered the risk of catching a cold was trebled amongst those who didn’t get enough sleep. … Continue reading