London: Two new studies, each involving 400 menopausal women, who were given a natural soya supplement has shown that it did not cause the potential dangerous side effects sometimes associated with oestrogen such as a thickening of the womb lining … Continue reading
By Dr Carol Osborne Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease which causes painful inflammation of the joints and affects dogs and cats as well as humans. Recent research reveals that arthritis manifests itself in 95% of dogs even at the … Continue reading
Paris: Scientists have discovered that French Armagnac brandy has medicinal benefits. They tested de-alcoholised Armagnac on blood cells and found it acted in a similar way to an anti-thrombosis drug. Next they gave one group of volunteers three centilitres of … Continue reading
London: A jab to control high blood pressure has been invented by British scientists. A third of all adults suffer from high blood pressure which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Now Cheshire-based Protherics has created a vaccine, … Continue reading
Boston: Women who use hormone therapy before the age of 65 could cut their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, according to research presented to this month’s meeting of the American Academy of Neurology in Boston. A recent study … Continue reading
Dallas: Women with a “moderately high risk” of heart problems should be prescribed the anti-cholesterol drugs called statins, according to a leading expert. Professor Scott Grundy from the Center for Human Nutrition at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center … Continue reading
New Jersey: Blueberries may prevent colon cancer, a new US study has discovered. The fruit which has already been labelled a “superfood” because it contains the anti-ageing compound pterostilbene, which could prevent cancer in humans. Scientists at Rutger University in … Continue reading
London: Almost a third of women (31 per cent) in their early sixties believe they look ten years younger. Almost a quarter of men in their early 60s (24 per cent) believe they look 10 years younger. The majority of … Continue reading
New York: As few as two pistachio nuts can prevent heart disease through lowering cholesterol and keeping arteries healthy, a new report reveals. The US study carried out by Pennsylvannia State University found the risk of heart disease was significantly … Continue reading
Sydney: Five top cosmetics manufacturers have been ordered to withdraw advertisements after complaints to Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration. They include Lancome, Clinique, Estee Lauder, L’Oreal and Payot. The TGA’s complaints panel found while the creams, peels and serums were only … Continue reading
San Francisco: A study published today for a treatment that is given just once a year has been shown to significantly decrease the risk of broken hips and other broken bones, caused by post-menopausal osteoporosis.1 The study published in the … Continue reading
Helsinki: Wine drinkers are healthier than drinkers of beer and spirits, according to new research conducted on men living in Finland. That’s not too much of a surprise considering the lifestyles associated with each of the beverage types, but the … Continue reading
New York: Drinking just two glasses of wine a day raises a woman’s risk of breast cancer, say researchers at the University of Mississippi Medical Centre. In an animal experiment, female mice given the human equivalent of two alcoholic drinks … Continue reading
London: The over 50s are living the lives of 25 year olds, according to a new report from the UK’s Future Foundation. The second flush of youth is the result of improved health and longer life expectancy with men expecting … Continue reading
Edinburgh: Earlier research by Scottish scientists indicates that it may be possible to create a combo pill that increases a woman’s sex drive at the same time as supressing appetite. So far the pill has only been tested on animals … Continue reading
Mellow men live longer, according to o new research from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana in the US. “We found that neurotic men whose levels (of neurosis) dropped over time had a better chance at living longer,” said Dan … Continue reading
London: Do you skip breakfast most mornings? If yes then youre not alone, as almost half (45%) of the UK admits to skipping breakfast regularly. If you think this doesnt effect you then read on to find out why you … Continue reading
Boston Taking low dose aspirin does not protect older women against cognitive decline, finds a large study published on www.bmj.com today. Identifying ways to prevent dementia is a public health priority. Evidence suggests that aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs may … Continue reading
Rochester: Taking prescription drugs to prevent diabetes cannot be justified, say US researchers in this weeks British Medical Journal. They argue that lifestyle changes, such as modest weight loss and physical activity, are equally effective much safer, and cheaper. Diabetes … Continue reading
London: The Pacifica Day Spa has recently opened its doors in London’s Nottinghill with the ultimate in pampering and rejuvenation treatments. Pacifica recognises the stress of modern living and has developed a full range of services to fit in with … Continue reading
London: Women taking hormone replacement therapy are 20% more likely to suffer from ovarian cancer, claims a new report. More more than 1,000 women died in the last 15 years after contracting ovarian cancer following hormone replacement therapy it says. … Continue reading
London:Wrinkles see the light and disappear with Ellipses new rejuvenation treatment A new wrinkle busting treatment using light rejuvenation to increase collagen making skin look young and supple has been launched by the experts at Ellipse. This new intense pulsed … Continue reading
London: Despite huge investment in the UK’s public health service over the last 17 years, patients from the UK are voting with their feet and travelling abroad for treatment, says a survey by Treatment Abroad. More than 50,000 people travelled … Continue reading
Despite the fact that we spend around eight hours a day in bed, most of us are surprisingly complacent about our place of rest. In fact a poor bed can lead to worse things than a lumpy night. Tiredness, back … Continue reading
London: Summer is almost upon us and women across the land will be contemplating one of the most important issues of their lives, their summer wardrobe! With this in mind we have grabbed two women respected by all, the style … Continue reading
