A small, month-long study at St. Michael's Hospital and the University of Toronto in Ontario, of the so-called Eco-Atkins diet, which stresses plant proteins, worked better than a high-carb diet at reducing levels of low-density lipoprotein or LDL, which raises the risks of heart attacks and stroke and showed signs of lowering blood pressure.
(03-07-2009)
Which? has found that the average pre-prepared salad sold in UK supermarkets is almost as loaded with calories and fat as a burger – largely because of their dressings.
(02-07-2009)
Women over the age of 30 who exercise for more than an hour a week could reduce their risk of getting breast cancer, according to a new medical study.
(30-06-2009)
Those of us carrying around a few extra pounds should take heart - the slightly overweight seem to live longer than those of 'healthy' weight.
(25-06-2009)
The results of the study show that patients who have had bariatric surgery have a two-fold risk in developing a fracture or sustaining a fracture as compared to the normal population.
(24-06-2009)
Square-eyed Brits are more likely to cut back on holidays, eating out and home improvements than surrender their satellite TV subscriptions, according to new research.
(19-06-2009)
Do you know where the meat you buy comes from? Log on to a WebTV show with Ruth Langsford to get the facts on food labelling. Chat date: 23rd June 3pm
(18-06-2009)
Award-winning cookery school, Eckington Manor, is offering courses with a difference this summer. Aimed exclusively at young cooks, the courses will teach children the reality of where food comes from, why shopping locally is best and ways to ensure nothing goes to waste.
(12-06-2009)
New research from Boots finds that, contrary to popular belief, most people don’t suffer their first incidence of hayfever as a child, but shockingly at almost 30 years old[1].
(12-06-2009)
New research has shown that eating just a handful of sweet and crunchy Chantenay carrots every day can help protect our skin and fight the effects of sun damage.
(11-06-2009)
As summer finally arrives, research released highlights that June, rather than January, is actually the month when Brits become most health conscious,
(11-06-2009)
A small, month-long study at St. Michael's Hospital and the University of Toronto in Ontario, of the so-called Eco-Atkins diet, which stresses plant proteins, worked better than a high-carb diet at reducing levels of low-density lipoprotein or LDL, which raises the risks of heart attacks and stroke and showed signs of lowering blood pressure.
Which? has found that the average pre-prepared salad sold in UK supermarkets is almost as loaded with calories and fat as a burger – largely because of their dressings.
Body chemistry changes that lead to type 2 diabetes begin several years before symptoms become apparent, research has shown.
The north-west and Tyneside have the highest level of alcohol-related illness in England.
Women over the age of 30 who exercise for more than an hour a week could reduce their risk of getting breast cancer, according to a new medical study.
Increased intakes of vitamin D may improve weight loss while following a calorie-restricted diet, according to new findings from the US.
Men who eat healthier diets may also have healthier sperm, new research from Spain shows.
Those of us carrying around a few extra pounds should take heart - the slightly overweight seem to live longer than those of 'healthy' weight.
The results of the study show that patients who have had bariatric surgery have a two-fold risk in developing a fracture or sustaining a fracture as compared to the normal population.
Square-eyed Brits are more likely to cut back on holidays, eating out and home improvements than surrender their satellite TV subscriptions, according to new research.
Do you know where the meat you buy comes from? Log on to a WebTV show with Ruth Langsford to get the facts on food labelling. Chat date: 23rd June 3pm
Award-winning cookery school, Eckington Manor, is offering courses with a difference this summer. Aimed exclusively at young cooks, the courses will teach children the reality of where food comes from, why shopping locally is best and ways to ensure nothing goes to waste.
New research from Boots finds that, contrary to popular belief, most people don’t suffer their first incidence of hayfever as a child, but shockingly at almost 30 years old[1].
New research has shown that eating just a handful of sweet and crunchy Chantenay carrots every day can help protect our skin and fight the effects of sun damage.
As summer finally arrives, research released highlights that June, rather than January, is actually the month when Brits become most health conscious,