Health

The ONE thing that can prevent sick days and keep you healthy in the office (it’ll help with your stress levels too)
12:04 2018-01-10

Working in a closed office space can mean if there’s a flu or a bug going around, everyone gets it. While the problem is usually associated with poor air ventilation, other health issues can arise such as those that are caused by certain chemicals used in office furniture. According to researchers Eddie van Etten and …

Are you magnesium deficient? The 9 signs low levels of this key mineral could be ruining your life
11:15 2018-01-10

Insomnia, depression, cravings and tiredness are the bane of many of our lives. But they could be signs of a simple problem: magnesium deficiency. The Daily Mail’s Dr Michael Moseley addressed the issue recently when he appeared on BBC Radio Two’s Breakfast Show with Chris Evans – exploring how the humble mineral could treat a …

How much sun you really need to get enough vitamin D
10:06 2018-01-10

Will drinking milk give you spots? How much sun do I need to get enough vitamin D? What’s the best ointment for a burn? Everywhere you look there are articles, advertisements and health advice columns telling you how you should look after your skin — with often conflicting messages. I’ve worked as a hospital dermatologist …

How to avoid emotional eating and unwanted weight gain
09:15 2018-01-10

Let’s face it, most of the time we aren’t reaching for that chocolate bar because we’re ravenous. Emotional eating takes on many forms and can have negative effects on your physical and mental wellbeing. But not only does it not actually make us feel better in the long run, it can also lead to weight …

Why you SHOULD wash your hair every day, according to a top trichologist
08:42 2018-01-10

We’ve long been told that washing your hair too regularly can lead to a whole host of issues: not only will you waste time (and shampoo) by doing so, but you could also make your hair greasier and even damage it. Or so we thought… Because, according to top trichologist Anabel Kingsley, the whole idea …