4 d. ago Doctors reveal the exact number of calories you need to cut to lower your risk of diabetes and heart disease

Doctors behind a clinical trial from Rush University in Chicago have revealed the exact number of calories that may help overweight and obese Americans lose 10 percent of their body weight.

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5 d. ago Woman, 23, left bald after work stress triggered alopecia shares warning sign she had developed incurable hair loss condition: 'I cried for hours'

A young woman is urging workers to advocate for their health after workplace stress caused her hair to fall out in large clumps.

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5 d. ago Can an apple a day REALLY keep the doctor away? Experts reveal how to make the crunchy fruits even more nutritious

There's a simple way to protect your heart health, boost your brainpower and lower your cholesterol for just 40p-chomping on a humble apple.

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5 d. ago Motorists warned about 'potentially deadly' car smell you shouldn't ignore

Whilst most motorists keep an eye on dashboard warning lights, one crucial danger sign is frequently missed: a strange smell that could indicate a potentially fatal issue

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5 d. ago Is it true that consuming too much sugar can make you hyperactive?

There is no solid scientific proof, but it would do us all good to cut back on sweet treatsIt’s a warning passed down the generations: give a child too many sweets and they’ll be bouncing off the walls. But is there any scientific proof that sugar sends us into overdrive? Not yet, says Amanda Avery, an associate professor in nutrition and dietetics at the University of Nottingham.She says there are theories linking sugar to behavioural changes. One stems from how sugar activates the body’s reward system, triggering a burst of dopamine – the “feelgood” neurotransmitter. “Increases in dopamine levels can be linked to behavioural changes, which can include periods of hyperactivity,” says Avery. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Feline spooky! Sweet moment tiger plays with pumpkin on Halloween

The spookiest day of the year is upon us with many choosing to spend their evening consuming excessive amounts of sugar.

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9 d. ago Losing your sense of smell? New study says it could be a warning sign you're at risk of developing deadly heart disease

Losing your sense of smell could be an early warning sign that you're at risk of developing heart disease, according to a new study.

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1 week ago Man United Confidential: The Jadon Sancho contract problem, a warning sign for new stadium plan and the hidden gem in academy, 17, with 'one hell of a future' that insiders are raving about

Sancho has yet to start a Premier League game since leaving Ruben Amorim's 'bomb squad' to join Aston Villa in the summer, and found himself subbed on and off in the win over Man City.

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1 week ago Grey hair could be body's warning sign against deadly cancers, study claims

A new study suggests that going grey is not just a sign of aging but may actually show your body is actively destroying damaged cells to protect you from cancer

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1 week ago Here are the REAL danger signs you're drinking too much. Forget the crippling headache and brain fog, now doctors reveal the five little

Most of us are familiar with the next-day symptoms after a big, boozy night out. A pounding head, brain fog: that craving for a fry-up or sugary snack... But what are more serious health consequences?

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1 week ago The early warning sign that led to Prunella Scales' heartbreaking dementia diagnosis

The Fawlty Towers star's passing comes less than a year after her husband Timothy West's death

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1 week ago Sleep warning as two night time symptoms could signal cancer

Cancer Research UK has warned that two symptoms that occur at night could be a sign of the disease

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2 w. ago Government issues urgent Bonfire Night firework warning as 48k sign petition

Ministers officially responded to a petition to reduce the noise generated by Bonfire Night fireworks to 90 decibels, but has now issued a warning to those who could be affected

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2 w. ago NHS warns specific Covid symptoms could be a sign you need urgent attention

A new Covid variant XFG has been circulating according to the UKHSA and it has been steadily dominating Covid cases across the UK - and now the NHS has issued a warning

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2 w. ago NHS winter chaos to start early as junior doctors reveal start date of five day strike

British Medical Association (BMA) bosses claimed they had 'little option but to call for strike action' after the Government had failed to make a 'credible offer' to 'restore pay'.

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2 w. ago Reducing one ingredient in your child’s diet can benefit their adult heart health

A study found toddlers who consumed less sugar had better heart health in adulthood

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2 w. ago Struggling with dry, sore hands? Skin doctors reveal the key ingredients in creams that soothe and prevent future flare

Cold weather can affect our hands in a variety of ways, leaving them red raw and chapped, or making them feel uncomfortably dry-but a leading dermatologist says it is possible to find relief.

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3 w. ago Our ultimate guide to the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening: We reveal why some doctors are opposed to mass testing, who SHOULD ask for a check and the truth about the risks

According to reports circulating last week, the Government is set to kick into the long grass the proposal for a national prostate cancer screening programme.

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3 w. ago How this simple sweetcorn trick can reveal a lot about your gut health

A doctor has explained how a simple sweetcorn trick can reveal a lot about your gut health.

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3 w. ago UK MPs urged to investigate TikTok’s plans to cut 439 content moderator jobs

Trade unions and online safety experts sign letter warning jobs losses could expose children to harmful contentTrade unions and online safety experts have urged MPs to investigate TikTok’s plans to make hundreds of jobs for UK-based content moderators redundant.The video app company is planning 439 redundancies in its trust and safety team in London, leading to warnings that the jobs losses will have implications for online safety. Continue reading...

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