(HealthDay)—The average person’s daily diet will need to change drastically during the next three decades to make sure everyone is fed without depleting the planet, a panel of experts has concluded. Global consumption of foods such as red meat and sugar will have to decrease by about half to make sure the Earth will be […]
Low-carb diets are ‘damaging the nation’s health’ say experts
Low-carb diets could make you FATTER, say Slimming World experts as they reveal the 13 ways carbs can help you LOSE weight Cutting out the food group is unsustainable, the weight loss group said Failure to lose weight with fad diets contributes to the obesity epidemic A survey found that over a third have tried […]
Bad breath – you can do about it
According to estimates, every third German suffers from bad breath. Often the cause lies directly in the oral cavity and can be easily fix. Those who observe a couple of simple Tricks that quickly comes to fresh breath. Tip 1: dental hygiene is a priority Thorough dental hygiene is the best way to eliminate mouth […]
Are YOU cursed with the mid-life middle? How to beat the bulge
Are YOU cursed with the mid-life middle? From cutting carbs to 10-minute toning tips, experts reveal how you can beat the bulge (and why beer might not be to blame!) Dr Sarah Brewer, medical nutritionist, reveals everything you need to know about haywire hormones and slowing metabolism Your waist measurement could be key to your […]
Do not give decongestants to young children for common cold symptoms, say experts
Decongestants should not be given to children under 6—and given with caution in children under 12—as there is no evidence that they alleviate symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose, and their safety is unclear, say experts in The BMJ today. Instead, they advise doctors to reassure patients that a cold is distressing but […]
A Wilderness Expert’s Keys to Safety in the Great Outdoors
SATURDAY, Aug. 18, 2018 — Some simple steps can reduce danger when you venture into the great outdoors, an expert says. “Knowing your limits, not trying to do too much, knowing where you’re going and what you might encounter there and being aware of the environment you’re in are the best ways to avoid problems […]
Ebola virus experts discover powerful, new approach for future therapeutics
A one-two punch of powerful antibodies may be the best way to stop Ebola virus, reports an international team of scientists in the journal Cell. Their findings suggest new therapies should disable Ebola virus’s infection machinery and spark the patient’s immune system to call in reinforcements. “This study presents results from an unprecedented international collaboration […]
Why vaccine opponents think they know more than medical experts
One of the most contentious areas of health policy over the past two decades has been the safety of vaccination. Vaccines prevent the outbreak of diseases that used to be widespread, like polio, and scientific consensus strongly supports their safety. Yet many Americans refuse or delay the vaccination of their children out of fear that […]
The real life dangers of learning self-defence from viral videos – martial arts experts
Every day, women live with the risk of being physically attacked. It’s not one of those dangers that is regularly blown out of proportion – such as being in an aeroplane crash or getting bitten by a shark. Attacks on women are common. The EU Agency for Fundamental Rights surveyed 42,000 women and concluded that […]
Why BMI is a terrible way to monitor your health, according to experts
Why BMI is a terrible way to monitor your health, according to five experts Many experts have criticized this fairly limited measure of the health of our weight, yet it still remains the most popular The Conversation asked five experts if the BMI is a good indicator or not Staying a healthy weight can be […]