London: Fuller and firmer lips help a woman look younger, according to new research by scientists. The scientists, in a study funded by Unilever, studies the faces of 102 pairs of white Dutch female twins aged 59-81 and 161 Individual … Continue reading
London: Earlier this year Anne Butcher underwent the new Deka Smartxide laser skin rejuvenation. She has kindly given us permission to publish her diary and to show the pictures of her treatment. Her diary and pictures take you through the … Continue reading
London: This coming year more and more of us are likely to make dieting our New Years resolution. However for many of us, this will be a ritual we are all too familiar with. Having tried dieting the year before … Continue reading
London: A 38-year-old-man has had his vision restored with stem cells after being blinded in an ammonia attack. Russell Turnbull, 38, lost the sight in one eye in 1994 when he was squirted with ammonia after trying to stop a … Continue reading
London: An African herb, discovered in the last century, has been shown to cut the severity and length of illness in sufferers of flu and colds. The herb, marketed by a German company, under the brand name Kaloba, has been … Continue reading
Paris: French scientists have used human embryonic stem cells to grow human skin cells, a report in the medical journal Lancet reveals. Scientists working for Inserm , France’s medical research agency, treated the embryonic cells and grew them on a … Continue reading
London: Healthier hair is often a lifestyle choice. If you are generally fit, a non smoker (do I really need to say that?), have a good balanced diet, etc. you are not going to get better hair than that coming … Continue reading
London: A new laser treatment to correct the need for reading glasses in ageing adults has been launched in the UK. Ultralase has launched the new laser-based procedure, UltraRenew, which will be available for the first time in the UK … Continue reading
Sydney: Australian scientists have found a “direct link” between what we eat and how well our immune system operates – a breakthrough that could explain rising rates of autoimmune disease across the western world. Professor Charles Mackay, of Sydney’s Garvan … Continue reading
London: BOOTS is to launch a new range of anti-ageing skincare aimed at the more mature woman in the New Year. Boots is planning a huge TV and print campaign for No 7 Lift & Luminate which will be fronted … Continue reading
New York: Scientists have created part of the jaw bone for the first time in the lab using human adult stem cells. The technique, which created the joint, may be useful for other areas of the body. The Columbia University … Continue reading
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London: The Causeway Retreat, an addiction treatment and mental health clinic based on Osea, a private island just 40 miles from London off the coast of Essex, is integrating three methods of mental health and addiction therapy for the first … Continue reading
Try this recipe from, Filippo Berio, the makers of one of Italy’s favourite olive oils. Italian Butterfly Lamb Serves 6-8 Preparation time: 20 minutes, plus overnight marinating Cooking time: 40 minutes, plus 15 minutes standing 1 leg of lamb, approx … Continue reading
London: A new skin cleansing gadget, called the Clarisonic, which uses sonic sound technology has gone on sale in the UK. The gadget uses sonic sound technology to brush away dirt and skin debris without harming the integrity of the … Continue reading
Organically grown apples from the 12th Century have higher levels of health- giving plant compounds than modern non organically grown rivals, such as Granny Smith, Royal Gala and Cox. From peel to core, the medieval apple outperformed 14 other competitors.
MS sufferer Linda Elsegood (pictured right) could not see or hear properly and had to use a wheelchair before she discovered Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN). Now she has launched her own campaign to increase awareness of the possible use of … Continue reading
London: A new type of coffee which contains high levels of naturally occuring polyphenol antioxidants has been launched in the UK by Nescafé. The new coffee, Nescafé Green Blend, has a combination of traditionally roast beans for the traditional flavour … Continue reading
London: A joint study by scientists in the UK & Portugal has discovered a new role played by Vitamin C in protecting the skin from cancer and sun damage. Researchers at the University of Leicester and Institute for Molecular and … Continue reading
As summer draws to a close there is an array of gorgeous seasonal produce such as blackberries and apples. It’s also the perfect time of year to enjoy onions, as this delicious vegetable is at its freshest and best tasting. … Continue reading
London: In a society obsessed with looking young and where youth and beauty are prized above all other attributes, it is not surprising to learn that more than 22% of women in Europe use anti-ageing skin creams every week, spending … Continue reading
London: Taking a closer look at your bowel habits could lead to improved digestive health. This week is the UKs 11th annual Gut Week (24th30th August), which aims to raise awareness of gut disorders and the importance of good digestive … Continue reading
London: People to take up new challenges and hobbies stay younger longer. So can you hear opportunity knocking? And if you can, what does your reaction say about you? Whats your usual response when new opportunities come your way? Do … Continue reading
Smoking causes fatal diseases as well as creating a carcinogenic soup in your mouth that could lead to oral cancer….find out more here… Q How can smoking affect my oral health? A Most people are now aware that smoking is … Continue reading
London: British Military Fitness believes that gyms are not for everyone and that working out with inspirational and motivational trainers delivers the best results. British Military Fitness takes places in parks all over the UK. Why not kick-start your fitness … Continue reading
