World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), which supports Dry January, has a major role in conducting research about cancer prevention and survival but we are also very pleased that our cancer prevention messages are having noticeable effects. For example, a YouGov survey we commissioned found that people are now becoming more aware about the increased cancer risks […]
What’s the ideal gift to bring someone who is in hospital? Hospitals can be very tedious places for patients and a visit from family or friends bearing a small gift can brighten anyone’s hospital stay. However many people struggle to think of an appropriate present. It’s best to keep in mind that some traditional gifts, […]
People choose to exercise at different times of day for different reasons – a lunchtime workout may fit into your schedule or you may meet up with friends at the gym after work – but training first thing in the morning is best, according to British Wrestling Champion, Keith McNiven, and here’s why. 1. IT’S […]
When it comes to breast cancer risk, there is no safe limit for drinking alcohol, although the risk is linear – the more you drink, the greater the risk. Regularly drinking alcohol, even one drink a day, increases your risk of breast cancer. Of course, it is not the only risk factor, so women who […]
If you were one of the thousands who started New Year with a dip in the chilly waters of the sea or in the Serpentine in London’s Hyde Park, you already know what a magical experience it is to swim in muted winter light, with sparkling frost on the ground. As an all-year-round outdoor swimmer […]
February the 1st. Never a great day. Grim. Grey. But this year could be different… […]
Losing weight is quite a battle. It requires an endless amount of discipline, both in the kitchen and in the gym. You need to consistently and regularly move your body, building an exercise routine which suits you, but you also need to keep a healthy and balanced lifestyle at home, eating everything in moderation and […]
Why do five million people every year decide to take part in Dry January? There are a number of reasons and everyone is different. It might be a New Year resolution to get fit, or lose weight, or simply that you are sick of 3-day hangovers. However, right at the heart of this hugely successful […]
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If your teenage relatives have spent the festive period glued to their digital devices, you are not alone. More than one in four teenagers – an estimated 866,000 young people in England and Wales – say they couldn’t enjoy Christmas without social media according to a survey carried out for The Children’s Society. Almost one […]
Boxing day has arrived and we can all look forward to eating leftovers for the next few days. Take heart though – Christmas fare, in moderation, can actually be good for you, even if aren’t really looking forward to curried turkey salad and refried sprouts. Brussels sprouts These contain more than your daily requirement of […]