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Lack of sleep is known to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, depression, diabetes, hypertension and sexual dysfunction. Now a new study from the University of California – Berkeley says that sleep also affects social interactions,…

Legend has it that Angelica gained its name as a result of a monk’s dream, in which an angel appeared and told him that the herb would cure the plague. It was described by Renaissance physician Paracelsus as a “marvellous medicine” during…

Researchers at Tufts University and Harvard University have found that men who consumed high rates of ultra-processed foods were at 29% higher risk for developing colorectal cancer than men who consumed much smaller amounts. They did not…

According to a new meta-analysis led by University of Maryland School of Medicine researchers, a person's blood type may be linked to their risk of having an early stroke. The meta-analysis included all available data from genetic studies…

As a home gardener, there's nothing more satisfying than growing your own vegetables but, perhaps, you are looking for a way to increase your yield, or grow healthier vegetables. Well, if you're not already practising crop rotation, you'll…

Single people often get a hard deal - so many thrifty tips focus on buying ingredients in bulk or cooking large dishes for big families. That’s great if you’re feeding a small army but if you’re cooking for one, it’s difficult to make the…

It may come as no surprise that Tibetan medical practices are based on the Buddhist philosophy that everything in existence derives from the human mind and five basic elements: Earth, fire, water, wind and space (or void). Practitioners of…

The advice not to mix drinks when enjoying a boozy night out usually refers to not mixing wine with beer to avoid a nasty hangover. However, experts now warn that mixing alcohol with energy drinks also increases the risk of alcohol…

While you may be familiar with traditional Chinese medicine, few know much about ancient Korean medical practices that share the same roots. Evidence of traditional Korean healing techniques include stone and bone acupuncture needles dating…

If you’re concerned about giving your children tea to drink, a review on caffeinated drinks has concluded that up to two cups of tea daily may safely be consumed by younger children aged 4, while older school-aged children can consume up to…

One of the most fascinating forms of ancient wellness is Unani tibb. This form of Arabic medicine incorporates many influences and principles from early Persian and Greek medicine. Ibn Sina, a Persian scholar, brought a wealth of medical…

Although manufacturers of organic products are unable to claim that their produce tastes better than non-organic versions, it seems that consumers assume ‘organic’ means ‘better-tasting’ anyway. Participants in a Swedish study were given…

Part of the charm of any garden is seeing a wide variety of wildlife. Many creatures will make your garden their home, from birds and butterflies to bees and hedgehogs. Of course, some creatures are not as welcome as others – few gardeners…

Not so long ago, the spring clean was considered essential, but today probably only one in two households undertakes this annual ritual. Our lives are too busy, we couldn’t be bothered, or just don’t think it is necessary. Perhaps it’s…

The medical practitioners of ancient Greece relied heavily on the use of healing herbs. Families would grow their own herb gardens to create oils and incenses. Many of the herbs that we use in the kitchen even today, such as sage, thyme,…

New scientific research, published in the journal ‘PLOS ONE’, has discovered that feeling hungry really can make us ‘hangry’, with emotions like anger and irritability strongly linked with hunger. The study, the first to investigate how…

Viewing art while visiting galleries and museums can have powerful effects on an individual's mood, stress and well-being. The same also holds true for viewing art in digital space. A new study from the University of Vienna has found that a…

The oldest known Neanderthal faeces suggest that cavemen ate vegetables as well as meat. Researchers analysed the 45,000-year-old remains from the archaeological site of El Salt, in Spain and, as expected, discovered coprostanol, a lipid…

New research from the University of South Australia shows that fatty foods may not only be adding to your waistline but may also be aggravating Alzheimer's disease, and causing depression and anxiety. The research adds to the growing body…

When choosing what plants to grow in your garden, garlic is not the obvious choice. However, it can deliver a number of benefits - not only is it a delicious kitchen ingredient that can lower your cholesterol and blood pressure, it actually…

Any chef will tell you that a set of high-quality, well-maintained knives is an essential element of a professional kitchen. The same applies to your home kitchen. A good set of sharp knives makes the preparation of food quicker, easier and…

The elaborate eye makeup that the ancient Egyptians wore wasn’t only about beauty. The predominantly green eye paint and kohl that they used were more about warding off eye infections. The lead-based substances in the kohl promoted the…

Social isolation is directly linked with changes in the brain structures associated with memory, making it a clear risk factor for dementia, scientists have found. The study, published in the journal ‘Neurology’, has found that socially…

Auricular acupuncture, in which needles are used to stimulate specific points in the ear, originated in Ancient China and proved popular in Ancient Egypt, Rome and Greece. Sharp stones, fish bones and bamboo clips were used to treat war…

Researchers from the University of Queensland have found that enjoying a daily latte or a black coffee causes no increased risk to pregnancy and that limited coffee consumption during pregnancy doesn't increase the risk of miscarriage,…

According to researchers from the British Library, Royal Holloway and Reading universities, our obsession with social networking is not new. The idea of creating networks of members and sharing information dates back to the Renaissance,…

Says the American Society for Nutrition, most people think their diet is healthier than it actually is. Examples of foods ranked as healthy include fruits and vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, lower-fat dairy products, seafood and…

Some people don’t like bees. The slightest buzz sends them into full-on screaming-and-arm-flailing mode. But although few gardeners would welcome a bee nest on their patch, there are some real advantages from inviting these fuzzy, buzzy…

Do you want tasty, healthy meals without spending hours in the kitchen? Sometimes, it’s the little short cuts and clever tricks that can save you time and improve your cooking. Here are some tips for savvy home chefs: Get more juice from…

While the practice of acupuncture is widely accepted the worldover, a related form of Chinese healing – moxibustion – remains less familiar. Today, moxibustion practice takes the form of either burning moxa (mugwort) directly on the skin,…