20180817

High-fat Mediterranean diet does not cause weight gain, study finds

Olive oil being poured on to a saladThe Mediterranean diet, with a high fat content from olive oil and nuts, does not cause people to gain weight, a major study has found. The guardian

20180605

Should we all take folic acid to prevent a heart attack? Experts believe it could save countless lives...

The body needs a regular supply of folate (about 200mcg a day for an adult) to produce healthy red blood cells, and most people get what they need from their diet.
A major new study published last week by scientists from the University of Toronto found that pills taken by millions of people in Britain — from multivitamins and vitamin D, to calcium and vitamin C — won’t reduce the risk of heart disease or help you live longer. The exception was folic acid.
Mailonline

Three British women will get pioneering womb transplants.

Three women are to become the first in the UK to received a groundbreaking new womb transplant surgery which doctors believe could allow thousands of women to achieve their dream of becoming mothers. The world’s first successful womb transplant took place in Sweden in 2013 - with Claes Nilsson and Malin Stenberg (left) becoming parents soon after.
Mailonline

20180331

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

When you’re holding on to anger, you have less room for love…

When you’re holding on to resentment, you have less room for happiness...

When you’re holding on to fear, you have less room for creativity...

You literally limit your ability to think clearly, feel safe, and create the life you want.

20180315

Vitamin D: Four groups of people at risk of developing a deficiency


VITAMIN D deficiency can trigger symptoms such as bone pain and muscle weakness. It primarily comes from sunlight, and can also come from foods and supplements. But there five groups of people at risk of developing a deficiency. Six symptoms to watch out for including hair loss, flu and sweating... Express

Benefits of a bush: Why pubic hair is better for your health than being waxed - and even ATTRACTS sexual partners

Grooming the genital area has become an increasingly common practice in the US. However, experts weigh in on the benefits of keeping your pubic hair.

Experts say pubic hair may protect against trauma, enhance sex, and attract partners
Previous studies have shown that a majority of women have shaved their genitals at least once. Mailonline

20180201

High blood pressure - these vitamin supplements will lower your risk of heart attacks

Vitamin D supplements could help to reverse damage to blood vessels after suffering from high blood pressure, scientists have revealed. Cardiovascular damage increases the risk of deadly cardiac arrhythmia. Express