Health

A new study uncovers the mechanism by which certain types of stress initiates a disease response in our bodies.

Folic acid is an essential water-soluble vitamin occurring naturally in foods such as green leafy vegetables.

Early Parkinson’s disease may be detected by testing for caffeine levels in the blood.

Blueberry extract can increase in the effectiveness of radiation therapy used to treat cervical cancer.

Discover the new habits you can implement to have your healthiest year yet!

In women with heart disease the constriction of peripheral vessels due to mental stress affects them more than men.

High intensity exercise three times a week delays the progression of Parkinson’s symptoms.

A study shows that office workers find a negative relationship between sitting time and their health and suggest intervention methods.

Michael Elstein weighs up pharmaceuticals and vitamins.

Use of digital devices before bedtime may contribute to sleep and nutrition problems in young children.

In this clinical case we take an in-depth look at gout, a painful form of arthritis. Read more.

Inflammation is the main way the body protects itself from injury, infection, bacteria and pathogens. We take a look at what happens when the body has too much inflammation.