Category: Health
Christmas 2016: Top 10 presents for #running enthusiast, including smart watches and reflective gloves
Whether you're regular runner pounding the pavements or you just want to get fit for 2017 after eating too much turkey, Xmas is a perfect time to invest in running gear. Loads of running accessories are available ranging in price from £10 to over £200 and many of them make ideal stocking fillers as…
Bumble launches mental health features for dating app
Bumble, the women-first dating app, has released a new suite of profile prompts and interest badges centred around mental health and selfcare. It is hoped that the addition of profile prompts and badges will give people on Bumble the space to easily highlight what’s most important to them and encourage an open dialogue around mental…
Choosing the Right Health Insurance: 8 Facts to Help You Make an Informed Decision
Are you looking for the right health insurance plan that fits your needs while also providing great coverage and value? Selecting the best option can be time-consuming and confusing with so many different plans available. Choosing a suitable health insurance policy requires careful consideration of costs, benefits, restrictions, and satisfaction ratings. To help you make…
8 Warning Signs of Addiction You Should Be Aware Of
The nature of addiction is complex, but some classic warning signs indicate someone may be dealing with an addiction to a substance or activity. Whether it's your behaviors and habits you've noticed or those of someone close to you have been raising alarm bells—it's essential to know the telltale signs before addiction takes hold. Armed…
Brits consulted ‘Dr Google’ nearly 50 million times last year
Brits consulted ‘Dr. Google’ nearly 50million times in the past 12 months, according to new research by mutual healthcare provider, Benenden Health. The data reveals that health concerns related to heart and blood conditions, such as diabetes, are amongst the nation’s top health concerns, followed closely by issues related to digestion, with diarrhoea and IBS…
How to save money on prescriptions and medications
Keep taking the tablets! We offer ways you can save money on your medication as prices rise Consumers are expecting a number of painful price hikes in April, including prescription fees rising by 30p for people in England – taking the total price to £9.65 per item. In conjunction with Which?…
Top 30 hacks to stop snoring revealed
The top hacks to beat snoring include using extra pillows, drinking water before bed – and even putting a tennis ball in your pyjamas to stop you lying on your back! A study of 2,000 adults found 56 per cent either snore or have a partner who does, with 54 per cent of those resorting…
10 Heart Health symptoms you should investigate – including shortness of breath and palpitations
Photo by Online Marketing on Unsplash A leading cardiologist has revealed the top 10 heart symptoms you should never ignore - including sweating with light exercise, nausea with chest ache, and being tired on waking. Dr Ameet Bakhai, a consultant cardiologist at Spire Bushey Hospital, revealed other signs that could indicate…
What Is the Connection Between Trauma and Substance Abuse And How to Deal With It
Are you struggling with trauma and substance abuse? Mental health and addiction are closely linked, so it’s important to understand how trauma can lead to substance use. Knowing the connection between trauma and addiction can help you better understand your own experiences or those of a loved one. You don’t have to suffer in silence…
Brits’ Top 50 ‘daily dramas’ – being stuck in traffic tops the list
The most stressful time of day is 7.23am - with the first drama typically happening by 8.18am, research has found. A study of 2,000 Brits revealed the top 50 everyday stresses, with being stuck in traffic coming top and waking up late also featuring. Individuals experience an average of three dramas a day, with women…
Top 20 remedies Brits turn to when ill
The nation’s favourite remedies for easing the symptoms of a cold include steamy baths, gargling salt water and exercising vigorously. A study of 2,000 adults found 48 per cent believe taking extra vitamins such as drinking a glass of orange juice was one of the best ways to ward off feeling under the weather. Just…