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A virtual coach that helps to reduce and prevent stress

A virtual coach that helps to reduce and prevent stress

Now available in the iTunes Appstore: My Stress Coach, a self-help training program that teaches you another way of dealing with stress in your life. This iPad application has been developed by a Dutch organization for mental health care.

Cup half full? Brits are actually optimists (surprisingly enough)

It will come as a shock to many – but Britain is actually a ‘cup half full’ nation, research has shown. A study found despite the lingering economic doom, soaring cost of living and stagnant housing market, the majority of us have adopted a Monty Python-esque ‘always look on the bright side of life’ attitude.

Grazing - 40% don’t eat three meals a day

Grazing - 40% don’t eat three meals a day

The traditional three meal-a-day diet could soon be a thing of the past – as Britain becomes a nation of grazers, research has revealed. Experts found as many as four out of ten of us now don’t eat three square meals a day, with many opting for snacks and treats instead.

New revolutionary running shoes with cutting-edge technology

New revolutionary running shoes with cutting-edge technology

SportsShoes announce the worldwide launch of new editions for two big running shoe brands, Adidas and Nike.

How to seek legal advice after an injury

Companies get away with a lot of things, but don’t let them get away with negligence at work. If you were injured in an accident and believe that it’s the business’ fault, you should consider claiming to cover the costs owed to you in lost income and suffering.

Ateronon at The 50+ Show

Ateronon at The 50+ Show

Ateronon, a natural health supplement, known as the ‘tomato pill’ is to exhibit at The 50+ Show in March to educate attendees all about the benefits of taking lycopene daily and how it can improve their heart health.

Go veggie this March with Canned Food UK

Go veggie this March with Canned Food UK

Have you ever considered making a change to your diet and going veggie for a couple of days a week? With ‘Veggie Month’ taking place throughout all of March, there really isn’t a better time to ditch the meat-laden meals and opt for delicious vegetable rich dishes instead.

Sweetness can be a weakness

Sweetness can be a weakness

It seems too good to be true, sugar substitutes that can give us all the sweetness, and more, of sugar, but without the calories…well now new research has been published that supports the fact that for some types of sweeteners it is, although for others maybe not!

Ancient tooth decay DNA reveals effects of changing diets

Ancient tooth decay DNA reveals effects of changing diets

DNA from tartar preserved on the teeth of ancient skeletons has revealed the consequences of changes in human diet and health from the Stone Age to modern day.

Free advice at the click of a button

Free advice at the click of a button

Nelsons Homeopathic Pharmacy is offering the general public free homeopathic advice on minor health queries.

Plunging new depths in hunt for life-saving antibiotics

Plunging new depths in hunt for life-saving antibiotics

The hunt for new life-saving antibiotics is taking researchers to some of the deepest and coldest places on Earth.

Medical experts launch one-stop clinic

Medical experts launch one-stop clinic

Four West Midlands medical experts have joined forces to launch the Birmingham Gut and Liver Clinic based at the private BMI Priory Hospital in Edgbaston.

Revolutionise your teeth cleaning experience

Revolutionise your teeth cleaning experience

New Colgate Total Interdental is the latest advancement from Colgate that gives an extraordinary dentist clean feeling every time you brush. It will change the way you feel about brushing your teeth.

Hi-Tec crowned outdoor footwear brand of the year

Hi-Tec crowned outdoor footwear brand of the year

This week at the UK Industry Footwear Awards, long established and reputable footwear company Hi-Tec scooped the prestigious award for outdoor footwear brand of the year.

Flu Monday: Cold cases peak following February ‘retox’

Today is 'Flu Monday' with higher than usual cold cases expected, following February ‘retoxing’ and increased socialising over the Valentine’s Day weekend, according to new predictions from Kleenex Balsam.