If you are anything like us then you will often find it impossible to stop at just one biscuit. But researchers suggest it’s not just a question of willpower (or lack of) but actually has to do with the specific kind of sugar that goes into many biscuits. Glucose-fructose syrup, based on the so-called “good […]

It might be time to consider taking your pillow to work as researchers have found that a short sleep in the middle of the day can improve your capacity for learning and retaining new facts. Although, good luck explaining that to your boss when they catch you snoozing at your desk. Researchers in California have […]

A study from the University of San Diego suggests that narcissism is on the increase. Symptoms that define the condition include an inflated sense of one’s own importance, a sense of entitlement (eg: to fame, good looks, or a particular job), vanity, overconfidence, materialism, an inability to empathise with others, and difficulty accepting criticism. The […]

It’s not unusual to hear the term “antioxidants” used in all different ways these days, being applied to everything from processed foods through to face creams. But there’s no need to look for expensive potions to get your antioxidants, they’re already in your fridge and pantry, found naturally in the foods we eat every day. […]

Frying meat on a gas hob can increase your risk of getting cancer, according to new research. Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have found that the fumes produced by pan-frying steak on a gas hob contain more cancer-causing particles than those produced from an electric hob, the UK’s Daily Mail reported. […]

Extracts of a tropical fruit grown on vines could have cancer blocking powers, according to new research. Scientists studying green and knobbly bitter melon fruit found that certain ingredients interfered with the chemical pathways involved in cancer growth, the BBC reported. Breast cancer: risk factors They found the fruit instructed the breast cancer cells not […]

We all know that discarded chewing gum can make our streets look like a dog’s dinner, but have you ever thought that they may be making your face deteriorate too? A cosmetic surgeon in America is suggesting that excessively chewing gum could actually give you wrinkles, citing the anecdotal evidence of the customers who come […]

We all know that loneliness is not good for the soul, but new research suggests that it can be bad for your body too. Lack of contact with others can actually increase your blood pressure if you are over 50 years of age. Psychologists at the University of Chicago have found a direct correlation between […]

If braving the pool or hitting the gym has never been your style, here’s a new way to keep your weight in check: get a good night’s sleep. Growing evidence is suggesting that not only does sleeping enough help you look and feel good, it can also keep you thin, the UK’s Daily Mail reported. […]

This Valentine’s Day, choose eco-chic gifts that will please your sweetie and the planet at the same time. Take your pick from these stylish and sustainable treats. Lindsay & Edmunds use only the finest quality organic Belgian chocolate to make their mouth-watering petits morceaus (little morsels). Their gluten-free, vegan-friendly Grand Sampler contains truffles made with […]