Healthy parents

Poor toilet hygiene, not food, spreads antibiotic-resistant E. coli superbugs according to new research from a consortium including University of East Anglia. The message is clear that effective hand washing is more important than ever.

Advice From The UK’s Leading Nutritionist Dr Marilyn Glenville’s latest book Natural Alternatives to Dieting

A study has reviewed the evidence to see whether symptoms of post-natal depression, and also depression during pregnancy, may be reduced by taking regular omega-3 supplements (the special fats found in some marine foods such as oily fish). Dr Carrie Ruxton, from the Health and Food Supplements Information Service (HSIS), comments and gives her top lifestyle tips for eating well after giving birth.

To explain why yoga really is all that, Steven Virtue, Fitness Experience Manager at Total Fitness, the North’s leading mid-market health club, reveals six benefits of the practice that you might not know about, to help you decide if yoga is the one for you...

Tea Tree Oil is the ultimate multi-tasker to have at home. Thursday Plantation have come up with 17 uses making this medicine kit in a bottle a must have in any bathroom cabinet, first aid kit or travel bag.

The summer's over and the stress of childcare and keeping children amused (and fed!) dissipates but the terrors of not having all the uniform, worrying about a new teacher, after-school care, school meals take over. On top of all the usual everyday stresses. New research from Potter's Herbals shines light on UK lifestyle and anxiety levels.

The stresses of modern life can leave even the very best of us exhausted, but experts are warning that women in particular may risk serious health problems because of poor levels of crucial nutrients according to an important new report by a group of nutrition, medical and research experts – commissioned by Alive! The report – The Impact of Modern Medicine on Nutrient Status – looks closely at general nutrient intakes and why so many of us may have inadequate levels. 

We think of our homes as safe havens, but poor indoor air quality is helping to drive an epidemic of respiratory disease, a new report reveals. The report Air and Now, commissioned by Puressentiel reveals that indoor air pollution is becoming a growing area of concern with air quality tests showing that levels are actually greater than outdoor pollution.

Puressentiel has developed a unique range of products which have been proven to tackle respiratory symptoms on several fronts in the home.

An innovative smartphone app to help detect urinary tract infections is now being launched nationally as part of a fast track test and treat service for urinary tract infections (UTIs). The app and the service allow women to test for a UTI and access prescription-only medicine when appropriate without seeing a GP.

Sun protection is vital for all skins. Anne Coates tries out Sesderma Repaskin Dry Touch SPF 30 & 50 and The Hospital Group advises how my cream you should be using.

Worst Case Scenario by Helen Fitzgerald is both dark and extremely funny writes Anne Coates. 

In a wake-up call to the nation, a new report from the Health & Food Supplements Information Service (HSIS) – STATE OF THE NATION: DIETARY TRENDS IN THE UK – 20 YEARS ON – reveals the devastating extent that such UK nutrient trends are set to create, with the very real likelihood of a surge in chronic illnesses and premature mortality. In a stark message, younger people are being warned that unless they improve their diets now, they face a significantly increased risk of serious health issues by the time they reach middle age, along with a reduced life expectancy.

Millions of Britons are cutting their lives short — and increasing their risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and dementia  — because they are not getting enough sleep, the latest research reveals. Puressentiel has a range of essences to help combat insomnia and sleep deficiency.

If the winter months and a stressful life has left you feeling low on energy, try Potter's Energise available in capsules and as a liquid tonic, writes Anne Coates.

Dr Zain Sikafi, CEO and co-founder, Mynurva, advises on how to look after your mental wellbeing at Christmas.

Sun protection is an absolute must for everyone and Calypso has a range of products to suit everyone, writes Anne Coates.

World No Tobacco Day let these 24 hours help you to break the habit that is an important risk factor for the development of coronary heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease.