These days, you can’t simply change your job the way you change your clothes. You have bills to pay, a family who’s counting on you, and all other responsibilities that require you to keep working. Many people stick to their job and struggle to cope with the emotional distress they are experiencing, thinking and hoping that someday, something bet
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Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is one of the most common causes of heartburn or the sudden uncomfortable, burning sensation in the chest that usually occurs after eating. Often, the pain gets more severe as the patient lies down or bends over. Although it’s called ‘heartburn’, this condition has nothing to do with the heart but s
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There’s no denying that breastfeeding has many benefits not just to the child but also to the mother. It helps her burn extra calories, reduces uterine bleeding, and promotes physiological recovery after pregnancy, and so on. But here’s an addition to the list – it may also lower her risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according t
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In 2010, 40,975 men in Britain were diagnosed with prostate cancer, of which 10,721 died, according to charity Cancer Research UK. Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men and its symptoms only appear when the prostate becomes large enough to affect the urethra. Whilst the causes of this disease are largely unknown, it is being linked to age
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Trust is something that could make or break a relationship. According to a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, individuals who trust their partners are more likely to forgive and forget their mistakes than if they don’t trust them. The study involved assessing the trust levels of 69 undergraduate couples. The participan
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We all know that what we eat is important to achieving good health. Focusing on fibre-rich, nutrient-packed foods may not only reduce your waistline but also make you less prone to serious illnesses. However, researchers at Tel Aviv University have found that it’s not just what we eat, but when. Headed by Professor Daniela Jakubowicz of TAU’s Sa
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Researchers at Michigan Institute of Technology found that the neurotransmitter dopamine plays a significant role in helping the brain stay focused on its long-term goals. Their findings may also help explain why people with Parkinson’s disease, in which dopamine signalling is impaired, often have problems sustaining the motivation needed to complete l
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Heart health is a major concern for everyone, most especially for people with diabetes. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of early death in diabetic patients, killing two out of three patients. Adults who have diabetes are three to four times more likely to develop heart disease than those who don’t have diabetes. Diabetes and Heart Disease
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Every morning, millions of people worldwide perform an essential ritual – they drink coffee. But health wise, there are much better alternatives for caffeine which don’t only keep you energised the whole day but also helps you ward off morning fatigue! Here they are: Fresh juice (straight from the juicer) What could be a better way to jumpstart
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Every day, around 10 million people in the UK suffer from chronic pain, resulting in a major impact on their quality of life and more days off work, according to the British Pain Society. Chronic pain can be mild or excruciating, episodic or continuous, and sometimes, totally incapacitating. You probably have heard about the Dos in managing, treating and p
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