Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body absorbs through eating certain foods. Chief among its primary functions is to keep the body’s nerve and blood cells healthy and help make DNA,...

Arthritis is a common condition that can affect people of all ages, according to the NHS. But you could lower your chances of developing painful arthritis symptoms by regularly eating citrus fruits, it’s...

Bed bugs are flat, rust-coloured parasites about five millimetres long. The bugs have developed resistance to chemical treatments, making eradication of the pests more difficult. How can you tell for sure...

Horseflies are known for their focus on animals, including horses, during the summer months. The inch-long insects often descend during daylight and resemble common houseflies in all but size. They use...

Most people have experienced bloating in their lives, particularly around Christmas or after a heavy night out. However, some of us feel bloated on a day-to-day basis. What causes bloating of the stomach? If...

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can spread to other parts of the body. You could be at risk of the tumour if you notice subtle changes on your skin. There are two key types of skin cancer; non-melanoma,...

Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You could be at risk of the neurodegenerative condition if you develop these...

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition whereby blood sugar levels run riot if steps are not taken to stop them. In an otherwise healthy body, blood sugar – the main type of sugar found in your blood...

Dementia can relate to any number of symptoms associated with brain damage. Memory loss is one of the defining features of brain decline. It usually begins with simple errors, such as forgetting where...

Dementia becomes a salient issue the older you get. This is because dementia – a cluster of symptoms associated with brain decline – mostly affects people over the age of 65. It is important...