Melanoma is very dangerous, as the cancer is more likely to spread to other body parts if not caught early enough. What’s the one piece of life-saving information you need to be aware of? There are three layers of the skin, known as the epidermis, dermis and subcutis. The epidermis – the top layer of […]
According to the latest available statistics, cancer causes 165,000 deaths in the UK every year – that’s around 450 every day. Despite raising billions and recruiting the best minds to the job, a cure has not been found. While frustration and despondency is a natural response, it is helpful to understand why cancer and the […]
Blue butterfly pea powder has been described as the latest and greatest new ingredient to hit the custom drink world, replacing chemical-filled drinks and other toxic food colouring agents to produce an eye-catching drink hailed as the liquid for longevity. The mesmerising colours of the flower when added with hot water are not just a […]
Heart disease, which is often used interchangeably with the term cardiovascular disease, generally refers to conditions that involve narrowed or blocked blood vessels that can lead to a heart attack, chest pain (angina) or stroke. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is the number one cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 […]
Heart attacks happen when your heart’s blood supply is blocked or interrupted by a build-up of fatty substances in the coronary arteries. A symptom of this process – known as heart disease – may be found on your tongue, according to research, published by the European Society of Cardiology. The study suggests that if your […]
Hair loss is caused by complex processes within the body and this is particularly evident within male pattern baldness. This form of hair loss, which is permanent and usually runs in the family, is believed to be caused by dihydrotestosterone, otherwise known as DHT. DHT is a male sex hormone that causes hair follicles to […]
High blood pressure is also known as hypertension. Hypertension occurs when your blood pressure rises and stays above normal over a long period of time. Hypertension is often related to atherosclerosis, which is the build-up of plaque in blood vessels, often associated with an increase in a person’s “bad” cholesterol. This condition can also lead […]
Now more than ever, finding ways to live a healthy and happy life have become insurmountable. However, eating more of these two types of fat could be the answer to helping you boost your longevity. New research suggests that as many as 700,000 deaths each year could be avoided if people ate more healthy fats. […]
Helen George was overjoyed when she started to grow a life inside of her. And the TV star had hoped it would run smoothly, but unfortunately, it didn’t. Which pregnancy complication did she suffer from? The British actress, 35, has played Nurse Trixie Franklin in Call The Midwife since 2012. Fast forward five years, and […]
Vitamin D is crucial for the body, as it helps to keep your bones, teeth and muscles healthy. You could be at risk of a deficiency if you develop any of these four common symptoms. During the winter months, when daylight hours are reduced, it may be difficult to get all of the vitamin D […]
