Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is caused by a hormone imbalance. It affects about 5 to 10 percent of women and is a leading cause of female infertility. PCOS is diagnosed by having two of the following three symptoms: small cysts on the ovaries, increased levels of male hormones and no regular ovulation. Women may also […]

If you’re trying to have a baby, it might be a good idea to keep an eye on your partner’s cola intake, as a Danish researchers have found that big cola drinkers can have sperm counts up to 30 percent lower than normal. Researchers at Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen University Hospital, were looking for a link between […]

Every woman knows her man can act like he’s on his deathbed at the mere hint of a sniffle, but there could be some truth to “man flu”, according to new research. Scientists (male scientists, we might add) claim to have dispelled the man flu myth by saying that men are more susceptible to disease […]

Smiling has long been credited with brightening up people’s lives, but new US research claims that it can even help prolong them. The new study has added weight to the belief that a happy disposition — shown in the face by wide grins and deep laughter lines — translates into longer life expectancy, the UK’s […]

It may sound unlikely to most health-conscious Australians, but chomping down on a high-fat breakfast of fried bacon, sausages, eggs, mushrooms and all the rest could actually be the healthiest way to start your day. According to US scientists, the traditional full-English breakfast is better for your heart, weight and blood pressure than carbohydrate-heavy cereals, […]

Many women already know the men in their lives will hold off reporting ill health to a doctor until symptoms meet crisis point. But new research from the UK has found that while women are more likely to report illness, they’re less likely to die from their reported bad health. It’s better to be safe […]

The old cliché that people “let themselves go” after getting married has been given some scientific backing by researchers in Greece. Married couples were found to be twice as likely to become fat or obese as their single counterparts, according to a new study. Scientists from Salonica and Ioannina universities found that married women were […]

Lettuce is one of the world’s most popular vegetables and is commonly used in salads. There are thousands of different types of lettuce available. Some of the more common lettuce varieties include: Butter: a soft leaf lettuce that has a bright green head and a mild flavour. Cos: this is a crisp pale green lettuce […]