Dementia rates are set to almost triple in the coming decades. Despite the dismal forecasts, there are ways you can reduce your risk of the mind-robbing condition. As the proportion of older people in the population is increasing in nearly every country, the number of dementia patients is expected to reach 78 million in 2030 … Read more
Whether you treat yourself to a greasy burger or cheesy chips covered with mayonnaise, certain food choices are an obvious cholesterol red flag. However, a popular breakfast could also spell bad news for your arteries. A pharmacist has warned that one food item that is often consumed first thing in the morning “should be avoided”. … Read more
Around 10 cases of incurable deadly flesh-eating dog disease have been reported across the UK since the beginning of the year. Known as Alabama Rot, the “very rare” condition has led to the deaths of 318 dogs in the UK since 2012. While the cause of the condition, also known as cutaneous and renal glomerular … Read more
Dr Michael Mosley has warned that snacking at the wrong time of day could spell a serious risk to your health. The health guru’s BBC podcast Just One Thing revealed that a third of people had snacks after 9 pm. Worryingly, even healthy options after this time could be bad for you. Dr Mosley said: … Read more
A doctor has outlined two key symptoms of genital psoriasis to spot. Dr James O’Donovan, a doctor based in the UK, warned that the condition is “more common than you think”. Psoriasis affects around one in 100 people in the UK, according to the NHS. While this skin condition usually appears in areas like your … Read more
With cold temperatures and a lack of sunshine, it can feel like an impossible task to dry your laundry. However, many Britons prefer to keep the racks stocked with wet clothes indoors, waiting patiently until they dry. Despite the cold temperatures, an expert has warned about the potential health dangers of this common practice. Greg … Read more
Contrary to popular opinion, dementia isn’t a direct result of ageing. This means you can reduce your risk of the mind-robbing condition. What’s more, an expert, who was actually able to reverse dementia in a clinical trial, recommended the “very best” exercise for keeping your brain sharp. Dr Heather Sandison, specialist in neurocognitive medicine, was … Read more
Diabetes cases are on the rise, with more than 4.3 million people living with the blood sugar condition in the UK alone. While type 1 diabetes is thought to be triggered by an autoimmune reaction, in which your body starts to destroy the cells in the pancreas that make insulin, type 2 diabetes can be … Read more
The path to longevity is precarious, with chronic disease lurking at every corner. However, simple lifestyle changes are often the cornerstones of a long and healthy life. Fortunately, a doctor has outlined three things that you can start doing today to boost your longevity. Dr Anthony Youn, author of the book Younger for Life, took … Read more
A doctor has revealed the distressing reason why you should never hold in your farts. There are times when passing gas feels simply inappropriate, but Dr Karan Raj took to his TikTok to warn of the dire consequences of keeping the gas in. The gastrointestinal (GI) system starts with your lips and ends with your … Read more
