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Thanks to a lot of celebrity endorsement, the HCG Diet is more popular than ever, but is it actually beneficial to your wellbeing? Let’s explore the controversies surrounding the HCG Diet. What is it? Human Chorionic…

By Lizzie Weakley Gingivitis is an inflammation caused by plaque buildup that, when left untreated, can become a much worse condition known as periodontitis, or simply gum disease. Poor oral hygiene, smoking,…

Anal sex has often been associated with male homosexuality – in other words a practice that only affects the wellness of men – but in reality it is also something that many heterosexual couples practise. Sexual health could well be at risk…

By Karleia Steiner It's one of the things every parent must face: the reality that many teens drink and drive. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHSTA), on average a teenager dies…

Intense weightlifting is a very popular practice for those who want to bulk up quickly, and that's not just at the Jersey Shore. Many people lift weights often, however, they haven't been trained on the proper techniques, so they end up…

A stress-free life is probably a dream for most people but almost impossible ever to achieve. But while a little stress can be a great motivator, too much pressure – whether domestic or work-related – can be a real threat to your health.…

When you think of the causes of diabetes you might get a little stumped. Type one's cause is a bit of a mystery, scientists understand the process which is going on but they're unsure as the reason behind it. Type two is better understood…

Smoke can often be as damaging as fire itself, and can linger for many hours after a fire has been extinguished. Even if you can’t see them, the toxins from smoke can be extremely harmful and will have a negative impact on your health…

Most cases of asthma develop during childhood, but if you are someone whose condition didn’t develop until middle age you may be dealing with a more serious health issue. Asthma which develops in adults in their 20s and 30s is very…

Something which isn't always obvious to everyone is just how interlinked our bodies are. Anything you consume, it doesn't matter what it is, will have tiny little effects on us we won't even notice. If you're a diabetic then it's become…

You may know that pollution in the air we breathe can have serious implications for our health. But did you know the air we breathe in the safety of our own homes could lead to illness and disease? Your home may appear spotless, you may…

Over 50 per cent of women with a specific kind of brittle bone condition are putting their health at risk because they may not be managing their condition as well as they could. Figures from the Know My Bones Council, reveals that we may…

If you suffer from severe rheumatoid arthritis you may feel a hip or knee replacement will give you the relief you crave. But beware; these types of surgeries can bring with them their own risks. All forms of arthritis can result…

Humans are very good at niceties. We’re extremely talented in watering down the nastier sides of life with soft or gentle sounding names and in doing so creating ourselves a beautiful little bubble to live in. Things like dying are given…

When people think about sexual wellness issues, such as STIs and STDs, they usually think about issues related to their wellbeing following on from vaginal intercourse or oral sex. It is true that most STDs are transmitted in this way, but…