If you’ve just come out of a cold, you might be pleased that you’re finally feeling better. But despite your energy levels coming back up and the sore throat finally subsiding, you might still be stuck with some uncomfortable lingering symptoms. One of the annoying signs that seems to stick after you are mostly recovered … Read more
A doctor has revealed a simple activity that could slash your risk of diabetes by as much as 39 percent. Dr Miriam Stoppard explained that this is significant because the blood sugar condition holds 537 million people in its grip, with the trend showing no signs of slowing down. Worryingly, diabetes can often lay the … Read more
While blood clots can crop up in response to bleeding and prove useful, not all clots are to be welcomed. When the gel-like clumps appear in your veins and arteries without a good reason, they can hike your risk of heart attacks and strokes. Worryingly, the outside temperature could play a role in this daunting … Read more
Considered the fourth most common cancer diagnosis, bowel cancer claims around 16,800 lives every year in the UK alone, according to Bowel Cancer UK. This gloomy statistic underlines the need to pay attention to any unusual changes in your body – especially in your poo. Just like all forms of cancer, early detection significantly improves … Read more
Full-bodied, decadent red wine is a popular pairing for the Christmas dinner. While many are partial to a few glasses during the festive period, a nutritionist has revealed the reason why many may be left with a painful headache after just one glass of the red stuff. Red wine headaches can happen within 30 minutes … Read more
Between platters of finger food and boxes of Quality Street, your appetite might not be quite ready for another dose of Christmas food. However, if you experience a quick feeling of satiety after eating frequently, it could be a sign of something more sinister, according to a doctor. Everyone can struggle with feelings of fullness … Read more
Picturesque beaches and clean sea air often make coastal towns popular travel destinations, but their appeal sometimes hides a health disparity that is apparent to locals. One of the seaside resorts with poorer health outcomes is Hartlepool. Regionally, the north-east has the lowest government projections of life expectancy rates for men in England at 77.9 … Read more
Whether you can’t imagine starting your day without a freshly brewed cup of coffee or an ice-cold glass of juice, Dr Daniel Amen, psychiatrist and brain disorder specialist and director of the Amen Clinics, has bad news for you. The expert explained that these two common drinks could be “destroying your brain”. Explaining what drinks … Read more
