Health

Sparkle brightly but safely this bonfire night

“Remember remember, the 5th of November” has been burnt into our minds since childhood and, as a result, Bonfire night has become one of the most loved traditions for adults and children alike!

New study shows eye movement tests accurately detect schizophrenia

There is a long history of research on impaired eye movements associated with schizophrenia.

Is where you live getting under your skin?

Could where you live affect your skin’s health and even be a trigger for eczema? The answer could be yes, and it is all down to your tap water, especially if you live in a hard water area.

New mobile sleep app exposes the faces of fatigue

To celebrate ‘National Sleep-In Day’ (28th October 2012), The Sleep Council, the UK trade association for British bed manufacturers, has launched a fun, free mobile application which demonstrates the impact a serious lack of sleep can have on your physical appearance.

BBC One tackles the nightmare of sleep disorders in Goodnight Britain

It is estimated that a quarter of the UK population suffer sleeping difficulties and over 10 million prescriptions for sleeping pills were issued in Britain last year alone.

What does your "atishoo" say about you?

At this time of year everyone at work is coughing or sneezing and everywhere you look at home there's a used tissue on the table.

Manflu - A helping hand for womankind

A VMH (vitamin, mineral and herbal extract) 'booster shot' Manflu 'Hot or Shot' can be downed 'straight up' as a shot from the bottle (for an instant comfort boost) or poured into a mug with hot water from the kettle to make the ultimate (and easiest) long soothing brew.

Prion protein hints at role in aiding learning and memory

Scientists from the University of Leeds have found that the protein called prion helps our brains to absorb zinc, which is believed to be crucial to our ability to learn and the wellbeing of our memory.

The Food Hospital’s Fibre Challenge success

The Food Hospital Fibre Challenge app has had over 60,000 downloads to date following the return of the new series of The Food Hospital on Channel 4 last month.

Loneliness is one of our biggest fears

Loneliness is the biggest fear for nearly a quarter of adults, according to a survey by Bach Original Flower Remedies.

Toilet technology - Two thirds take gadgets to the bathroom

Two thirds of bathroom-breaks are now being accompanied by technology, research has revealed.

Halloween hazards: jeepers peepers

Halloween is a fun time of year, offering the perfect opportunity to play dress up. However, transforming your eyes by changing their appearance and colour with non-corrective, cosmetic lenses to look like a zombie, cat or vampire can be a dangerous choice for your delicate peepers.