The lifestyle factors that cause cancer – and why many people are still confused by the risks
About a third of cancers could be prevented with lifestyle changes – that’s roughly a million cases of cancer in […]
Fact Check: does coffee cause cancer?
While plaintiff offered evidence that consumption of coffee increases the risk of harm to the fetus, to infants, to children
How to keep footballers fit and fuelled for a World Cup
When England right-back Kyle Walker takes to the field against Tunisia on June 18 he’ll be making his 54th appearance
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Artificial sweeteners linked to diabetes and obesity
Many countries have introduced a sugar tax in order to improve the health of their citizens. As a result, food
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Drinking a pint of beer may lower your life expectancy by the same amount as smoking a cigarette – new research
Earlier research has suggested that drinking moderate amounts of alcohol may lower a person’s risk of heart disease. However, our
Do athletes really need protein supplements?
Protein supplements for athletes are literally sold by the bucketful. The marketing that accompanies them persistently promotes the attainment of
Six things you can do to reduce your risk of dementia
An ageing population is leading to a growing number of people living with dementia. Dementia is an umbrella term for
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LSD – dangerous, mystical or therapeutic?
Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) is a synthetic chemical made from a substance found in a fungus that grows on rye
Old man strength: is dad really stronger?
Sometimes, older men seem to possess incredible strength for their age. People call it “old man strength”. But is it
How music can help relieve chronic pain
As the 17th-century English playwright William Congreve said: “Music has charms to soothe a savage breast.” It is known that