Children are turning their backs on sugary drinks, with the numbers drinking them falling by a third over the past nine years, a survey suggests. About half of children do not drink them – and those that do are drinking fewer than children in 2008-09 did. The shift has contributed to an overall reduction in… Read More »
Can the duration and quality of your sleep affect your cardiovascular health? A new study suggests there is a connection between how much sleep you get each night — and how well you sleep — and the risk of cardiovascular problems. Are you getting enough sleep, and could this be affecting your cardiovascular health? Many… Read More »
Some individuals have the brown kind of adipose (or fatty) tissue as well as white adipose tissue. Brown adipose tissue assists in converting fat and sugar into heat. Individuals having brown adipose tissue regulate their body temperature better, particularly in the wintertime, and they are more unlikely to be affected by diabetes or excess weight.… Read More »
Four ways Christmas can be good for you: Mulled wine for your heart, carols for your lungs and more benefits of the holiday spirit DailyMail.com reveals four hidden health benefits of the Christmas season Mulled wine has antioxidants and nutrients that can reduce risk of heart disease Giving gifts to charity activates regions of the… Read More »
There are trillions of bacteria on and in your body, and they’re extremely important for your health. One of the most important types is called Bifidobacteria. These beneficial bacteria digest dietary fiber, help prevent infection and produce vitamins and other important chemicals. Low counts of Bifidobacteria have been linked to many diseases, and Bifidobacteriasupplements may… Read More »