Over 50? Health facts every man should know

Men face health challenges when they reach 50 From the age of 50 onwards, men face health challenges they do need to address. Yet, most men pay less attention to their health than women do. And a lot less thought than they do to creating a financial plan for their retirement. And staying healthy is … Read more

Over 50? Health facts every woman should know

Women face health challenges when they reach 50 From the age of 50 onwards, women face health challenges they do need to address. The good news is that – if you do – your energy and health can be better than ever.   Colin Rose is a Senior Associate Member of the Royal Society of … Read more

Plant flavonoids help prevent cancer and heart disease

Study reveals powerful health-protective fruit and vegetable nutrients One obvious way to live healthier for longer is to avoid heart disease and cancer. The Edith Cowan University in Australia just issued an analysis of the diets of more than 53,000 Danish people over a 23-year period. They found that people who regularly ate foods rich … Read more

How Vitamin D cuts the risk of cancer

Health Benefits of Vitamin D As you’ll know, the NHS recommends that we all supplement with vitamin D – specifically vitamin D3 – in the winter to help boost our immune system against colds and flu. But there is another very important reason to take extra vitamin D. Vitamin D is a vital factor in … Read more

How you can avoid Alzheimer’s

Cut your risk by 53% – or more You can reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s by 53%, according to new research from Harvard University. And by adding just three more common nutrients to their dietary recommendations – you can cut the risk even further. You’ve probably read that ageing is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s … Read more