Contrary to opinion published by JAMA (Mortality In Randomised Trials of Antioxidant Supplements For Primary and Secondary Prevention, 28th February 2007), vitamins and minerals pose no health risks and are essential to the daily wellbeing of many people, who fail … Continue reading
London: According to a study conducted by The Laughing Cow®*, despite the past year being hailed as the year of the size 00 celebrity figure, over a third (34%) of sensible British women polled now cite Charlotte Church, rather than … Continue reading
London: Rosehips are the new superfood, according to a new study from Denmark. The rosehip which is packed with vitamin C also contains another compound which reduces inflammation in joints. The study was carried out by researchers at the Frederiksberg … Continue reading
Wroclaw: Apple juice that contains the pulp is far better than the clear variety, says a new report from Poland. Scientists at the Agriculture University of Wroclaw have found that cloudy juice – which also tastes better – has four … Continue reading
London: Well-educated young women are more likely to binge drink, says a new study from the UK’s Institute of Child Health. It also found that women who have children early and have fewer qualifications tend to take up drinking heavily … Continue reading
New York: Folic acid may lower the risk of Alzheimer’s, say US doctors. The finding follows a study of nearly 1,000 elderly people which discovered that those with higher levels of this B vitamin were less likely to suffer mental … Continue reading
Amsterdam: Two alcoholic drinks a day can help men reduce high blood pressure, according to scientists. As well as the traditional methods of getting healthier body markets such as taking more exercise and cutting amounts of saturated fats and sat, … Continue reading
Copenhagen: Four teaspoons of olive oil a day can help protect against cancer, says a new report by researchers at Copenhagen University Hospital. In a study of 182 European men, levels of 8-oxodG, which reflects cell damage, was measured in … Continue reading
London: A new fatbusting drug that makes the body loose 12 percent of weight in a year – faster than any other drug on the market – could soon be available to UK patients. The one-a-day tablet called Excalia which … Continue reading
Chartered physiotherapist, acupuncturist and naturopath, Hans van de Braak, pictured right, gives his advice on how to beat the festive season hangover: “As a physiotherapist, naturopath and acupuncturist, I am often asked by friends and family for medical advice. However, … Continue reading
Glasgow: The growing obesity problem in the UK could bankrupt the state health system, warn doctors in the Britisih Medical Journal. In the United Kingdom, well over half the population is overweight and more than one in five adults is … Continue reading
Bristol: A loss of taste may be a sign of depression, according to scientists at the UK’s Bristol University. When levels of our good mood chemicals fall in the brain our taste is desensitised. On the other hand when levels … Continue reading
Columbia: The Beer Drinker’s Diet book, published by Amazon.com’s Booksurge, is gaining followers devoted to the author’s methods of losing weight while responsibly enjoying alcoholic beverages. At first glance, the title “The Beer Drinker’s Diet” may appear to be a … Continue reading
London: Christmas stress piles on the pounds, according to a new survey from Weight Watchers Online. The survey reveals that: · 57% name Christmas as the most sociable time of the year · 82% name time off work as the … Continue reading
Acai is a small purple berry from the Amazon that has been heralded as the ultimate anti-ageing supplement: renowned dermatologist, Dr Nicholas Perricone believes its one of the most powerful anti-ageing superfoods in the world. Acai (ass-i-ee) berries are so … Continue reading
Sydney: Omega-3, an oil found in oily fish is now credited with improving mood and compating depression, according to Australian scientists. Already credited with boosting brain power and healthy heart, it is also capable of boosting mood. Australian dietician Dr … Continue reading
London Four out of five British people don’t trust food manufacturers to tell the truth, according to new research from Kettle® Chips. In response, KETTLE has teamed up with Essex farmer and star of the BBC’s Jimmy’s Farm – Jimmy … Continue reading
Brides-les-Bains, a picturesque thermal resort in the picturesque Savoie region of the French Alpes launches an excutive fitness package in January 2007. Combining skiing, rejuvenation and weight management, the “cure” programe is for busy and stressed executives and high flyers … Continue reading
Tokyo: The Japanese have the longest average lifespan in the world. This longevity is thought to be associated with the Japanese diet which incorporates a large amount of food prepared by fruit and vegetable fermentation: the fermentation has positive effects … Continue reading
London: The British Heart Foundation reports that 2,350 women will die of heart disease as a result of high cholesterol every week; around 123,000 deaths a year. But now a new tasty breakfast cereal, Kellogg’s Optiva, offers a simple and … Continue reading
New York: A new study by the Mayo Clinic says that most of the health claims for Coenzyme Q10, a supplement that may be helpful in many of the diseases of ageing, are not suported by scientific evidence. Coenzyme Q10 … Continue reading
London: As the British take the title of the fatest in Europe, experts warn that the obesity epidemic could damage the economy. But this could all be changed if talented professionals die early or retire because of sickness. Professor Martin … Continue reading
New York: The longevity ingredient, resveratrol, which is found in red wine and grapes can offset some of the symptoms of overeating. According to researchers at the National Institute on Ageing at Harvard Medical School resveratrol lowers blood sugar (glucose) … Continue reading
London:UK heart attack survivors are to receive free fish oil supplements from the Governments National Health Serice (NHS). The patients will be prescribed the supplements which contain omega-fatty acids by their doctors in an attempt to prevent further illness. The … Continue reading
Sydney: Eating a diet with a “low glycemic index” during pregnancy may result in healthier babies, according to a new study from Australia. The glycemic index (GI) of a food is the measure of how quickly blood sugar (glucose) rises … Continue reading
