Today we have seen reports from researchers that the obesity problem in the US may be much worse than originally thought. They said using the Body Mass Index or BMI to determine obesity was flawed and under-estimated the issue. Their study, published in the journal PLoS One, said up to 39% of people who were not […]
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Every pregnancy is an eventful journey… Most of you are now familiar with the health risks that obesity can cause. Even being slightly overweight can put you at risk for a number of serious illnesses, including arthritis, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. But did you know that being obese during pregnancy can also put you and
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Love is eternal. Valentine’s Day flowers aren’t. The fleeting beauty of cut flowers and gift plants is one reason they are so highly cherished. The stunning bouquet of roses… or indeed any other flowers… has arrived and that first flush of romantic delight quickly changes into blind panic… how to keep them alive! Help is
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‘Timesulin’ launched by Patients Pending Ltd.,an innovative replacement cap that seamlessly transforms all major insulin pens into a smart pen is simple. It is affordable and easy-to-use solution helps avoid missed or accidental double injections – and the accompanying hyper- or hypoglycemic (high or low blood sugar levels); events that cause people with diabetes daily
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If you teach your children to cook, they’re more likely to grow up to be healthy adults because they will have a better knowledge of cooking techniques, preparing food and new tastes. A study in Liverpool, by City University London, found that cooking classes aimed at both school pupils and adults had a positive impact
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Every Year, perhaps soon after Christmas you make your New Year’s Resolutions. Initially you feel confident, but fizzle out in a month or two. It has been reported that 90% of us fail our New Year’s resolutions by the time you reach end January. One of those resolutions is to Quit Smoking, which is the
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The stories that elderly people tell you have huge power. They are sad, funny, intimate, tragic, overwhelming and inspirational. Dr Paul Hodgkin of the feedback site Patient Opinion says social media channels are not just for the young. One recent posting we received said: “I am an elderly lady and it seems impossible for me
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For many people, the cold clear days of winter bring more than just a rosy glow to the cheeks. They also bring uncomfortable dryness to the skin of the face, hands, and feet. For some people, the problem is worse than just a general tight, dry feeling: They get skin so dry it results in
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The leading causes of death are combined with the person’s odds of dying from a particular cause to determine, which the various ways a person is likely to die in his or her lifetime. Despite increased medical advances and an ageing population, the global death rate remains constant at 100%. There is no cure. Despite
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It has been known for some time that certain yellow and red pigments called carotenoids found in many types of fruit and vegetables, can have an effect on skin tone. Even a few weeks of eating fruit and vegetables could improve your skin colour. . University of St Andrews researchers monitored diet in 35 people,
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