Chocoholics can rejoice as scientists have discovered that eating one type of chocolate each day could cut your risk of developing a deadly type of cancer. Each year, more than 10,000 people in England alone are diagnosed with mouth cancer. And it is thought around 3,600 people die annually from the condition. Over the past … Read more
If you’re gearing up for an exam, interview, driving test or any other high-pressure situation where you need to be at your best, there’s one food that experts recommend you consume beforehand. While bananas might be the first thing that springs to mind, research suggests another fruit could significantly boost your brain power. Sweet-toothed Brits … Read more
Little wrinkles on your face that slowly set in are a sure sign you are getting older. While most people want to get old, they do not want to look old. So many turn to creams, moisturisers and face masks, even injections or cosmetic surgery, for younger-looking skin. Skin ageing is perfectly normal and begins … Read more
Celebrated on October 10, World Mental Health Day is a good day to start adding more fruit and vegetables to your meals. Among other health benefits, eating a diet rich in these foods has been shown to improve mental health. Most of us do not eat enough of them, though. “The World Health Organization suggests … Read more
Dr Amir Khan, a regular face on This Morning, Good Morning Britain and ITV’s Lorraine, has revealed the secret to longevity – and it’s something many of us sprinkle on our breakfast cereal. Speaking on the Private Parts podcast on YouTube last year, Dr Khan emphasised the importance of “good quality sleep” and “good quality … Read more
It is impossible to know what’s healthy and unhealthy any more. Foods are so often vilified and then redeemed, suddenly going from zero to hero and back again. Eggs, milk, butter and pork all used to be deemed ingredients too high in fat or excessive cholesterol and we were told we should limit our intake. … Read more
