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Probiotics are the “friendly” bacteria that are found naturally in the body and can also be found in food supplements. Probiotics are living micro-organisms that are known to offer many health benefits, particularly in digestion and to aid…

High levels of vitamin D may protect you from developing multiple sclerosis (MS), according to Swedish research. Their long-term study examined the association between vitamin D and the risk of MS, revealing that high levels of vitamin D…

Obesity is considered a ticking health time bomb in the developed world with worldwide obesity having more than doubled since 1980. In Australia, around 14 million people (or 63% of the population) are considered overweight or obese,…

Ever wondered why you can spend hours at the gym and barely see the slightest improvement while your best chum does the bare minimum and boasts a 6-pack to die for? Well, the answer might well lie in your genes and a new genetic test called…

Sports supplements have grown rapidly in popularity over recent decades, fuelled by gym culture and by the desire of athletes to achieve greater strength and muscle mass quickly. While most supplements are protein-based and contain no…

The sexually transmitted infection (STI) gonorrhoea has proved resistant to a specific antibiotic used in a Canadian study. The oral antibiotic cexifime failed to cure the STI in around 7% of cases in the Toronto study. Antibiotics have…

Asthma, the chronic inflammatory condition of the airways, is often linked to allergies in young people, which are then said to trigger the condition. However, new research has thrown more light on the incidence of allergic sensitisation…

High levels of cholesterol are one of the identified risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Medical advice suggests that lowering your cholesterol can also then reduce your risk of heart disease or stroke. However, one doctor is…

Prevention is better than cure, according to the old adage. And when it comes to our health, there is most certainly something in that. Modern living brings many risks, not simply of disease but also of chronic conditions that can be life…

A short and intense explosion of exercise could do as much to improve your fitness as much longer exercises. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has been hailed as a revolutionary way of exercising that could achieve in minutes what has…

The relatively new phenomenon of cyber bullying is often considered only a problem for children and teenagers. However, adults who use social media admit they too are finding themselves on the receiving end of aggressive behaviour. A…

A prebiotic powder used as a health supplement could lower the risk of developing the symptoms that can lead to diabetes and heart disease. Metabolic syndrome is often the precursor for diabetes and conditions such as a stroke or heart…

There are a million and one diet and weight loss programs. Some work, some are just fads, some are patently never ever going to help you shed an ounce. However you want to lose weight and however many pounds you want to shift, some things…

Does it matter what time you eat when you’re trying to lose weight? Will eating later in the day make you more prone to gain weight or struggle to shed the pounds? It has been accepted wisdom among dieters that eating later doesn’t help on…

Many vitamin supplements make extraordinary claims about their ability to produce all manner of health benefits, from curing cancer to dissolving cellulite. But rarely do these claims ever amount to anything more than fanciful statements…

Vitamin C is one of those essential nutrients we need for good health but can only get through diet or vitamin supplements. Enough vitamin C is crucial for a healthy heart and immune system, helping with tissue repair and iron absorption…

The ancient Indian health system of Ayurdeva has been using tried-and-tested remedies to treat health problems for centuries, re-balancing mind, body and soul for better health. Hair loss is one problem that can be treated using Ayurdevic…

Your genes could dictate whether you develop rheumatoid arthritis, according to new research. The breakthrough could improve science’s understanding of how and why the disease and other autoimmune disorders develop in certain individuals…

Hair thinning and hair loss is a natural fact of life for both men and women. Around 65% of women can expect to experience thinning hair and some loss by the time they reach 60. For men, that process begins at a much earlier age – around…

The job market is tougher than ever – finding and keeping a job is harder than ever. So when you do grab the role you want, it’s important to be as professional as possible so you maintain and enhance your workplace reputation. Binning…

Living with the pain and inflammation caused by any form of arthritis can be a debilitating experience. The condition affects both men and women, although women are three times more likely to develop arthritis than men. While osteoarthritis…

The workplace environment has never been tougher. Long hours, pressure to achieve and perform, and the threat of job loss have all combined to make the modern workplace more stressful than it has ever been. Often we don’t even realise…

New research has identified a potential cause of asthma. At present there is no cure for the chronic lung condition but the results of an international study give some hope that the triggers for asthma attacks can be eliminated. A team…

Being under constant stress puts men at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Swedish researchers examined almost 7,000 men over a 35-year period and discovered that those men who reported constant stress were exposed to a more…

A diagnosis of cancer can be a devastating blow but the fear and worry can often increase because patients don’t get enough support. The leading cancer charity, Macmillan Cancer Support, says around 70,000 people in the UK get no help from…

A new study suggests eating cheese could stop you developing diabetes. The evidence would seem at odds with other research showing how cheese, which is high in fat, can have a negative effect on cholesterol levels and the heart. However,…

A study carried out using mice may hold the key to explaining why more obese people suffer from asthma. The research revealed that the hormone, leptin, is responsible for regulating the diameter of the airway – asthma is a chronic lung…

Let’s talk about sex. More importantly, let’s talk about safe sex. See, it’s that’s easy. But there’s still a real embarrassment factor for many people when the subject of safe sex and condoms is raised. A lot of that comes down to which…

Research has found that stopping smoking can reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. A team of scientists have uncovered a direct link between the degenerative brain condition and smoking, demonstrating that smoke causes brain…

Achieving a flat belly is about more than simply losing weight. You need to target belly fat specifically so you can reduce the bloating by combining diet and exercise. Excess carbohydrates and sugary foods fuel the fat cells around the…