Health and Fitness
Spectacle free birth was a surprise sight for Julie
Yorkshire sisters Julie Reed and Kelly Taylor had always been close and even had their children around the same time. So it made perfect sibling sense to embark on the latest laser eye surgery together too.
Go for gold with Daley Thompson at Champneys Tring
With the Olympic afterglow showing little sign of fading across the UK, sporting legend, four-time world record breaker and fitness extraordinaire Daley Thompson, CBE has partnered with Champneys Tring to bring a touch of gold to work-out weekends at the holistic health resort in Hertfordshire.
Fighting Jack Frost
While we are always sad to see the back of the summer months, winter provides the perfect excuse to cosy up in front of the fire, wrap up warm and play in the snow. However, with the cold weather comes a whole range of winter ailments.
How to smoke without being a social pariah
Ever since the smoking ban, people have looked down on committed smokers with disdain. Smoking is seen as an anti-social, unhealthy activity and smokers have been pushed into segregated corners as it’s no longer allowed in public places.
Hi-Tec’s ‘Inspiring UK Walks’ image gallery
The website of iconic outdoor brand, Hi-Tec is offering families keen to walk off their Christmas dinner a source of inspiration this festive season, with its ‘Inspiring UK Walks’ image gallery.
Truthfulness and realism in prognosis for better recovery
We tend to trust doctors more than any other professional. They look after us when we are sick and provide the advice and treatment necessary to aid recovery.
Breath easy, sleep easy with Olbas for Children
When a child has a nasty cold or the flu, not only do they feel under the weather, but a blocked nose also prevents them from having a good night’s sleep.
Two-thirds of married women over fifty are satisfied with their sex lives
According to new research, women become more satisfied with their sex lives as they get older - even though they have less sex - yet as men get older, they become less satisfied.
When can I claim compensation after being injured?
If you have suffered an injury or illness through any type of accident that was not your fault then you may have a basis for a compensation claim.
3 in 4 of those in debt say money worries are harming their health
Debt problems are affecting almost every aspect of people's lives, having a damaging impact on their work and home lives, family relationships and health, according to the results of a new Citizens Advice survey.
Top tips to stop a dental disaster this Christmas
Food plays a big part in our Christmas celebrations, adding excitement and an excuse to eat our favourite treats!
Good mood food, is food intolerance behind your winter blues?
We all make emotional connections with the foods we eat, but many of us don't realise just how direct the link is between food and our mood.
Bringing the outdoors in
According to researchers we’re not getting enough of the sunshine vitamin, Vitamin D. Given the winter weather in the UK, combined with ever growing hours sat at desks and in front of TVs it’s not surprising.
Over half the nation hit by ‘Stop & Drop’ Syndrome
If you have finished work to start a holiday and then immediately become ill, you have probably suffered from the ‘Stop & Drop’ Syndrome.
Children's doctors warn of rising vitamin D deficiency in children
Widely available and low-cost vitamin D supplements, fortification of foods, greater knowledge amongst healthcare professionals and better public awareness are amongst the steps needed to tackle the growing incidence of vitamin D deficiency amongst the UK population, according to the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).