GOUT is caused by having too much acid in the body - and experts claim making one small change to your diet could help prevent painful attacks of the condition.

The juice of one or two lemons - which cost on average 12p each - should be added to water and drunk regularly every morning, experts suggest.Dr Sarah Brewer said: “People with gout are often advised to drink lemon juice in water to start their day.“Lemons are a good source of vitamin C, which helps to lower uric acid levels to prevent gout attacks. Experts say the lemon juice should be added to around 8 fluid ounces - or 225ml of cold water so it can be easily absorbed into the system. Express

The healing power of the pomegranate! Health benefits of superfruit proved

An analysis of the glut of global interest in the “superfruit” found it fights Type 2 diabetes and bowel and prostate cancers.The express

Seven reasons to ditch dairy from your diet

MILK and cheese have been linked to countless diseases including breast and prostate cancer. Now nutritionist Mel Wells asks, is it time to go dairy-free? Express

1. MILK CONTAINS HORMONES LINKED TO CANCER

2. MILK PROTEIN (CASEIN) IS LINKED TO CANCER AND CHRONIC DISEASE

3. THE MYTH ABOUT DAIRY AND CALCIUM 

4. LACTOSE (MILK SUGAR) CAN'T BE DIGESTED PROPERLY 

5. IT'S JUST A BIT WEIRD: We are the only species on the planet that insists on drinking milk as adults.

Sleep to beat Alzheimer's: Eight hours a night to stave off the life-shattering disease

SLEEPING well in middle age helps ward off memory-loss illnesses such as Alzheimer’s in later life, a study has found.We came across studies that showed sleeping well in middle age predicted better mental functioning 30 years later. Professor Scullin. Express

10 Foods to Eat Every Day for Perfect Skin

1. Red bell peppers

2. Dark chocolate

3. Salmon

4. Coconut oil

5. Green tea

6. Spinach

7. Seeds

8. Celery

9. Papaya

10. Carrots

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News Society Dementia Five lifestyle factors are key to cutting risk of dementia, says charity

Age UK says exercise and diet help lessen Alzheimer’s risk and healthy activities may cut threat of dementia by 36%.

Five actions that people can take to maintain brain health include regular physical exercise, a Mediterranean diet, not smoking, drinking in moderation and preventing diabetes, according to an evidence review by the charity. About 850,000 people in the UK are living with dementia, which will affect one in three people over the age of 65, according to the latest estimates.The guardian

5 breakfast rules that you should not break such as:

• Consider to eat at least 8 grams of fiber
• Eat breakfast as soon as you wake up. In particular, you should eat your breakfast at least 1 hour after you wake up.
• Eat more proteins and less sugar
• Consider the portions:At least, you should aim for about 350 calories.
• Always take your breakfast: Skipping meals is never the best decision with regards to weight loss. 

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11 Research Backed Benefits Of Apple Cider Vinegar

An apple a day keeps the doctor away and pretty sure the same applies to apple cider vinegar according to latest research. So what's so special about it? 
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Health danger in FRUIT JUICE: Millions put themselves at risk by drinking a glass DAILY

The daily use of fruit juice may increase central blood pressures, which are known to be associated with cardiovascular disease risk and cognitive impairment, problems with mental functioning.

Dr Matthew Pase. Express

Junk food diet leads to memory loss

TOO much junk food can destroy the memory, a study revealed yesterday.It found that a diet packed with high-fat cakes, pastries, chips and fast foods has a massive impact on the mind.
Otherwise healthy young and middle-aged men were worst affected, the research found.  Express

Chocolate, garlic and oats: Seven foods to boost and restore your health

FROM insomnia-curing oats to oily fish that boosts your brain power, here are seven foods that will help you live a longer healthier life:

1. THE ANTIBIOTIC: GARLIC

2. FOR YOUR VISION: WALNUTS

3. ANTI-DEPRESSANT: CHOCOLATE

4. INSOMNIA CURE: OATS 

5. PROTECT YOUR HEART: CITRUS 

6. IMPROVE BONE HEALTH: SPINACH

7. BOOST YOUR BRAIN POWER: OILY FISH

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Is milk giving you cancer? Seven reasons to ditch dairy

DAIRY has been linked to countless diseases including breast and prostrate cancer - so is it time to go dairy-free? DAIRY has been linked to countless diseases including breast and prostrate cancer - so is it time to go dairy-free? So why should you give up dairy?

1. MILK CONTAINS HORMONES LINKED TO CANCER

2. MILK PROTEIN (CASEIN) IS LINKED TO CANCER AND DIABETES 

3. THE MYTH ABOUT DAIRY AND CALCIUM:clinical research shows otherwise. The Harvard Nurses’ Health Study showed absolutely no protective effect whatsoever of dairy consumption on fracture risk in bones. 

4. LACTOSE (MILK SUGAR) CAN'T BE DIGESTED PROPERLY

5. IT'S JUST A BIT WEIRD 

6. MILK IS BAD FOR THE WAISTLINE 

7. DAIRY IS BAD FOR YOUR SKIN

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Skincare through the ages: Top tips for rolling back the decades

YOUR skin requires different care at every stage of your life but knowing which products and treatments to use and when can be a minefield. Here’s my guide to what it takes to have gorgeous skin, decade by decade. Express

Scientists prove aspirin can help stop cancer spreading

ASPIRIN can help combat cancer by lowering the risk of the disease spreading, say scientists in two separate studies. Dr Pierre Massion at the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in the US said research showed that low doses of aspirin – perhaps 81mg daily – taken over five years reduced the incidence of cancers by 38 per cent. Express

Health danger in FRUIT JUICE: Millions put themselves at risk by drinking a glass DAILY

Researchers have found that those who regularly enjoy the popular breakfast drink have significantly higher blood pressure than those who only have it occasionally.“Thus, frequent fruit juice consumption may be contributing to excessive sugar intake, typical of the Western population, exacerbating the prevalence of hypertension [high blood pressure] and cardiovascular disease.”The daily use of fruit juice may increase central blood pressures, which are known to be associated with cardiovascular disease risk and cognitive?impairment. Dr Matthew Pase. Express

UK scientists discover special stem cells that could cure blindness

MILLIONS of people could be saved from incurable blindness after British scientists discovered special stem cells which could lead to revolutionary new treatments. Express

The Impacts of Stress on Your Health

From early aging to heart problems, the effects of daily hassle and bustle can damage your health in numerous ways.Whether it's a short-term frustration or a major life event, stress can affect our bodies in various ways. READ MORE

Dementia and Alzheimer

Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. Alzheimer's disease (AD), is one form of dementia that gradually gets worse over time. It affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Alzheimer’s and what doctors call alcohol-related dementia affect parts of the brain cortex that control memory, language and the ability to follow motor commands.
The New York Times

Why You Should Be Drinking Lemon Water in the Morning

Starting your day off with warm lemon water is thought to have a ton of health benefits - and it's been an Ayurvedic practice for a long time. Read on to learn about the health benefits of drinking lemon water first thing in the morning. Read more

Sleeping pills linked to risk of Alzheimer’s disease

TAKING prescribed sleeping pills for just three months could raise the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease in the elderly by more than half, new research warns.Results show that past use of benzodiazepines for three months or more was associated with an increased risk up to 51per cent of Alzheimer's disease. The strength of association increased with longer exposure and with use of long-acting benzodiazepines. Express