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April 2018

Hot tub has multiple benefits for overweight women

This simple type of heat therapy could help reduce inflammation, improve insulin resistance and lessen effects of polycystic ovary syndrome in overweight women.

26 April, 2018

Exercise – what the doctor should order to prevent depression

Exercising for just 20 minutes a day could cut the risk of developing depression by a third, regardless of your age or where you live, according to a new international analysis.

25 April, 2018

People with – or at risk of – type-2 diabetes may need more vitamin D

Two new studies show that people who have, or are at risk of, diabetes may need more vitamin D to stay healthy and keep inflammation at bay.

20 April, 2018

Pine bark extract helps you travel happy

Evidence shows that extract of French maritime pine bark (Pycnogenol) lowers the risk of deep vein thrombosis and eases symptoms of jet lag in travellers.

20 April, 2018

Lutein gives a boost to IQ and creative thinking

Lutein is recognised as a vision-boosting vitamin – but a new study suggests what’s good for the eyes may also be good for your brain power.

16 April, 2018

Too much sitting is bad for the brain

New evidence shows sitting for long periods can be bad for the mind as well as the body, linking it with memory problems in middle-aged and older adults.

16 April, 2018

Nanoparticles in food packaging disrupt digestion

Antimicrobial nanoparticles added to food packaging could negatively impact the way your digestive tract functions, reducing nutrient absorption and increasing inflammation.

10 April, 2018

Acupressure self-care relieves painful periods

A simple app, which provides visual guidance on effective acupuncture points, could help ease the pain of menstrual cramps and help give women a sense of control.

5 April, 2018

Get moving to get happy

We may not be sure of the optimal daily ‘dose’ – but for many people, maintaining a healthy levels of physical activity is an effective prescription for happiness.

5 April, 2018