Most of us still see climate change as a remote issue but, say experts, it will have a profound effect on our health
31 January, 2012New research shows that supplements of aged garlic reduce the severity and also the duration of the common cold and flu.
31 January, 2012Nutritionists challenge government advice over salt intake and claim we are in danger of restricting salt so much that it can damage health
27 January, 2012Boosting your intake of magnesium-rich foods can substantially cut your risk of stroke, and has other health benefits besides
26 January, 2012The US military is increasingly using acupuncture to treat injured soldiers. Now a medical journal has devoted an entire issue to the subject.
24 January, 2012Scientists have linked phthalates – chemicals found in cosmetics, furniture and medical devices – to risk of childhood obesity.
24 January, 2012If pomegranate seed oil reduced hot flushes by 39% – why is everyone saying it doesn’t work? We sort the nonsense out…
24 January, 2012Polyfluorinated chemicals (PFCs), used as stain- and water-resistant coatings on office equipment, can get into workers’ blood and cause health havoc
19 January, 2012Sleep debt, stress and even the colour of your dishes may contribute to overeating and weight gain, say scientists
19 January, 2012Could rosehips be a viable alternative to conventional cholesterol and hypertension drugs? New evidence suggests the answer is yes.
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