London: New research from the reveals why COX-2 inhibitors such as Vioxx, used to treat pain in conditions such as arthritis, can cause heart attacks and strokes. Researchers believe that their findings, published in the December issue of the Federation … Continue reading
New York: Older adults who want to loose weight get more benefit from exercise that a calorie restricted diet alone, according to new research published in the Journal of Applied Physiology. A study of 34 adults in their 50s and … Continue reading
London: Folic acid is a cheap and simple way of reducing heart disease and strokes, say scientists in a report in the British Medical Journal. Folic acid, found in vegetables such as asparagas and also in vitamin supplements, lowers levels … Continue reading
London: The London Lingual Orthodontic Clinic is the first UK surgery to offer bespoke or couture braces made of gold. The process involves impressions of the mouth taken by a high-resolution 3D scanner to produce individually designed brackets that are … Continue reading
Bingo wings are the bane of many womens lives, preventing ladies all over the country from wearing their favourite short sleeved tops and dresses. This, however, is set to change with the UK launch of the Galileo Up-X Dumbbell. Unlike … 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
Rejuvenation not re-creation is the trend for cosmetic surgery procedures this year , according to the UKs leading surgeons. And the demand for subtlety is being driven by patients who have had the reality of extreme procedures brought home to … Continue reading
London :Nephria is the worlds most expensive and extravagant beauty bar, because it is made with real Jade. Its unique ingredients, including nephrite (jade powder), together with pure oils from the apricot, olive and jojoba cleanses, revitalises, rejuvenates and reinvigorates … Continue reading
London: Stress may be experienced as a result of exposure to a wide range of demands and if left unchecked it can have an enormous impact on your health. According to the UK Government’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE), a … 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
London: Adults who reach the age of 65 will live longer than ever before, according to statistics from the Office for National Statistics. Men who pass the milestone should live to 81, while women should reach the age of 85. … 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: Studies of female patients in Europe show that new treatments are more effective in fighting breast cancer than the UK’s National Health Service standard drug. In a report published in the Lancet Oncology medical journal the study demonstrated that … Continue reading
London: The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the not-for-profit organisation and leading educational entity for the advancement today warned patients about the dangers of cheap overseas dental treatment. Dentists warn they are seeing a surge in cases of botched treatment: … Continue reading
Striking differences in the type of healthcare needed by expats around the world were revealed for the first time today by BUPA International, the world’s largest expatriate health insurer. Colonoscopies topped the league table of the most common procedures carried … 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
London: The UK seniors’ welfare charity Help the Aged has launched a new exercise video/DVD, called Step to the Future, with the support of Masterfoods. All the exercises are carried out by an energetic team of older people led by … Continue reading
London: Dermatologic Cosmetic Laboratories (DCL), a bespoke range of skincare products from the US for men and women goes on sale at the London store Selfridges this Friday. DCL is high tech, innovative range formulated from the latest research to … 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
La Jolla: Mice cooled by half a degree below normal had a life expectancy 20% longer, or the equivalent of 7-8 additional human years. The result implies that chilling human blood could also stretch out our lifespan, if a safe … Continue reading
London: More than one in three Brits admit to alleviating stress by drinking and one in five by smoking, but nearly two out of three were unable to identify both of these as leading causes of mouth cancer. The new … Continue reading
New Orleans: Scientists have used stem cells from human bone marrow to repair defective insulin-producing pancreatic cells responsible for diabetes in mice. The treatment also halted damage to the kidneys caused by the condition. Researchers from New Orleans’ Tulane University … Continue reading
London: British doctors have restored eyesight by using stem cells to replace damaged cells. Although the results have delighted experts, the charity the Royal National Institute for the Blind warned that sufferers of blindness should not raise their hopes until … 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
