As a mum to a seven-year-old with higher needs, decent sleep is something my life is seriously lacking. From taking CBD through the day, to stuffing my pillow with lavender, I’m willing to try anything for a little extra shut-eye. So, when I read a recent study revealing how doing just three… S..
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The landmark Lancet commission identified 14 major risk factors for dementia, including two new ones. Here’s how to avoid cognitive decline S..
Protein is important for our diets and aids in helping our bodies function properly. Protein helps regulate hormones, transports molecules, acts as an enzyme for chemical reactions and more. The average person should ideally be eating 100 grams of protein daily. But this number changes based on… S..
Enhanced hydration Throughout the day, you have more opportunities to hydrate adequately, which is crucial for optimal workout performance. By the evening, your body is well-hydrated, helping you to perform better and reduce the risk of dehydration-related issues. S..
Cases of whooping cough, which can be deadly for infants, are on the rise in Australia with infections this year already four times the total number in 2023. Aussies are being warned of a national outbreak with cases of the contagious infection, also known as pertussis, sweeping across the… S..
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Depression is a potentially devastating illness that is becoming more common each year. Anti-depressants are an effective treatment for many people, but there are some with severe depression who won’t respond to those medications. “After trying at least two anti-depressants,… S..
For decades, the nutrition world has been plagued by polarizing debates over carbs and fat, while protein has been pushed to the sidelines. But groundbreaking research by Dr. Donald Layman, professor emeritus of nutrition at the University of Illinois, suggests that protein may be the most… S..
Doctors should not simply “stick women on HRT” during the menopause, the NHS’s top women’s health medic has said. Prescriptions for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) have increased by 50 per cent in the past year, following high-profile awareness campaigns led by celebrities including… S..
When searched on Instagram, the word “protein” garners 26.9 million results, many of which are influencers touting its benefits or tips for adding more to your day-to-day meals. And these social media personalities are right — protein is good for you. “Protein is a macronutrient that is… S..
Image courtesy of Alaska’s Division of Public Health. According to the state’s division of public health, Alaska has a high rate of cases of whooping cough, also called pertussis, this year. There have been 131 cases so far this year, compared to only 26 for all… S..