London: A new range of collagen based supplements, proven in tests to thicken the skin, has been launched in the UK. The new range, Skin Deep includes Skin Deep 100% Pure Collagen Capsules which were originally developed to alleviate joint … Continue reading
London: People suffering from depression are getting few benefits from drugs to treat their symptoms, researchers at a UK university have concluded. Researchers at the University of Hull analysed studies of thousands of patients on some of the most widely-prescribed … Continue reading
Los Angeles: Cosmetic surgery is gaining increasing popularity amongst American men, although women are still in the majority having nine out of ten procedures, according to the latest figures from the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). US men … Continue reading
BEVERLY HILLS COSMETIC SURGEON Raj Chopra (pictured right) explains how the latest stitching technique can literally save your face following injury…. Cosmetic surgery is not just for the vain. Many of the techniques learned by surgeons are also used to … Continue reading
Pilates has always been famous for its power to sculpt the body, create lean, toned muscles and boost core strength. Which is essential not just for a flat tummy but also to help prevent back and neck problems, by supporting … Continue reading
London: Batchelors has launched a new range of delicious and wholesome soups, appropriately named Soupfulls. Filling and satisfying, each soup is loaded with quality, chunky meat and vegetables, making it hard to decide whether to use a fork or a … Continue reading
London: Nearly half the population (45%) do not realise that too much saturated fat (SAFA) is bad for their health. This latest research from independent UK body, The Fat Panel, also reveals that whilst one in seven fail to link … Continue reading
New research shows that millions of UK adults are seriously unaware of effective preventive tooth care. The survey, commissioned by Denplan, backs up recent research from Citizens Advice which shows millions of adults cannot access an NHS dentist – indicating … Continue reading
LUMINEERS® by Cerinate® porcelain veneers is the pain free, non-invasive cosmetic dental treatment which will transform any smile into a whiter, brighter, full-on beam and enhance your appearance. LUMINEERS was developed by the California-based corporation Den-Mat and is now available … Continue reading
London: Salt-rich diets could be the reason why many children are getting fatter, University of London researchers say. In a study of data on 1,600 children, they found that children eating a salty diet tended to drink more, including more … Continue reading
London: The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) has welcomed the preliminary results of a recent international study published today in the British Medical Journal which found that acupuncture given with embryo transfer can improve rates of pregnancy by 65% in women … Continue reading
London: 1,500 cosmetic treatments are carried out in Britain every day by women and men aspiring to a new notion of beauty 577,000 cosmetic operations and treatments were carried out in Britain in 2007. Cosmetic fillers and other non-invasive treatments … Continue reading
Boston: Stem cell injections have potential to repair the human brain following a stroke, according to US doctors. Gary Steinberg at Stanford University has led the team of researchers who experimented with the brain cells of rats. They used embryonic … Continue reading
London:The last three years have seen a significant rise in the number of GPs prescribing exercise to people with mild to moderate depression, according to new research* from the Mental Health Foundation. The charity says that 22% of GPs now … Continue reading
London: Research conducted by Help the Aged has revealed that the UK public rank mental decline higher than any other worry about ageing, including big issues like the pensions crisis and the fear of isolation (1). In response to this … Continue reading
Too much fast food and too little exercise can harm the liver in just one month, research suggests. A small study found that people who ate junk food twice a day experienced varying degrees of damage to their liver. They … Continue reading
London: The average child spends over 3½ hours a day watching TV but less than 3½ hours a week exercising according to research out today. The findings show that activities taken outside of school have declined by 41% in a … Continue reading
Seattle: A heart-healthy diet, and even moderate alcohol intake, may help decrease the risk of prostate problems, new US research has found. The study, published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, found a high-fat diet increased the risk of benign … Continue reading
Boston: Regular exercise is more important than genes if you want to live a longer life, according to new US research. Risk factors such as smoking, diet and health account for three quarters of the variations in lifespan. Only one … Continue reading
London: A revolutionary new treatment will offer new hope for a group of people with Type 1 diabetes, the UK’s Health Minister Ann Keen announced today. From 1 April 2008, a specialised service at six centres across the UK will … Continue reading
London: Intelligent men and women are far more likely to drink heavily, a new study by the UK’s Medical Research Council has discovered. The stress of working in a pressurised environment is a factor, particularly for businesswomen in male-dominated professions, … Continue reading
London: Uk scientists have identified seven pieces of “rogue DNA” which could put men at increased risk of prostate cancer. Theese genetic flaws are so common that it is thought every man has at least one. Currently men are screened … Continue reading
The US’s Food and Drug Administration said yesterday that it has opened a safety review on reported side effects of Botulinum Toxin for the treatment of a number of non-cosmetic conditions. Under review are Allergan brands Botox, Botox Cosmetic, and … Continue reading
London: Bike Week, the UKs biggest mass participation cycling event, is this year challenging families to get out of their cars, step away from the TV and get on their bikes. The call to action is Free the Family and … Continue reading
London: Research conducted by Help the Aged has revealed that the UK public rank mental decline higher than any other worry about ageing, including big issues like the pensions crisis and the fear of isolation (1). In response to this … Continue reading
