Uncategorized 0 28th January, 2020 10 things you should know about the flu virus Health experts explain why now is the time to get vaccinated – and how to avoid catching flu. The flu season is just around the corner, and with cases of the virus already starting to appear, now is the best time to get yourself protected. Flu is a nasty and potentially dangerous infection, and its… VIEW ARTICLE >
Uncategorized 0 27th January, 2020 Five ways to combat dry skin in winter Alongside the joys of the of the new year, winter brings with it a multitude of beauty problems. As well as contending with frizzy hair and brittle nails, our skin suddenly feels bone dry and starts to flake in annoying places. “Most people’s skin gets drier and more sensitive in the winter months,” says Dr… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 17th January, 2020 Five sneaky ways to improve your partner’s health without them even realising Worried about your other half’s wellbeing? Try boosting their diet and exercise with these tips Do you constantly worry about how your partner’s lifestyle choices may be affecting their health? Your fears may be more common than you think. A new study has reveals it’s a fear one in three of us have, with two… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 14th January, 2020 Six ways to treat menopause symptoms – without taking HRT If you don’t want to or can’t take HRT for some reason, there are other ways to help ease unwanted menopause side-effects. Lots of women experience symptoms due to menopause, many of which can be very unpleasant. Caused by fluctuating and lower levels of oestrogen as the ovaries stop producing eggs, these can include hot… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 7th January, 2020 Five ways to avoid getting struck by norovirus this winter Nothing can completely keep the bug at bay but every little helps. A nutrition expert tells us how to build your defences from the inside out. If there’s one thing you really don’t want at the beginning of the year, it’s a bout of norovirus. Commonly known as the ‘winter vomiting bug’, this dreaded virus… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 16th December, 2019 Is oversleeping during the Christmas time bad for your health? We all know Christmas is a time to slump on the sofa in front of classic festive films, argue with family over the TV schedule and drift sweetly into a mince pie coma. More importantly though, it’s also a chance to enjoy a much-needed break and catch up on all the sleep we’ve missed after… VIEW ARTICLE >
Retirement Advice 0 23rd October, 2019 Pension ‘blind spots’ related to key life events uncovered by survey Many people are unaware they could access their pension early due to severe ill health or keep paying in during parental leave, a survey found. Many people have “blind spots” about the impact of life events on their pension, a survey has found. More than half (57%) of people surveyed for the Money and Pensions… VIEW ARTICLE >
Retirement Advice 0 22nd October, 2019 How to know when your cold is something more serious That pesky cold may actually be masquerading as bronchitis, the flu, or even laryngitis. If you’ve been tuning into Good Morning Britain this week, you might have noticed that Piers Morgan has been feeling pretty under the weather. Proving that celebrities don’t get a fast-track past winter ailments, the presenter has revealed that what he… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 16th September, 2019 Simple lifestyle measures to help lower cholesterol levels Regular exercise and some healthy food swaps can make a big difference to long-term heart health, according to nutritionist advice. Raised cholesterol affects over half of UK adults – and many are completely unaware of it. While high cholesterol itself doesn’t usually cause any symptoms, it’s linked with an increased risk of a number of… VIEW ARTICLE >
Retirement Living & Lifestyle 0 10th September, 2019 Being strong for retirement with new NHS guidance New government guidelines announced this week recommend carrying out muscle strengthening exercises several times a week. This could range from lifting weights to dancing. Doing this could help protect our bodies from obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and depression. Studies show that the natural decline in muscle mass and bone density starts at 50.… VIEW ARTICLE >