Population versus targeted – which approach is best for preventing heart disease?

Feb 17, 2017 00:42 am UTC| Health

Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer worldwide and the second biggest killer in the UK. However, most cases of heart disease can be prevented by managing risk factors. The risk of getting heart disease in...

LSD 'microdosing' is trending in Silicon Valley

Feb 16, 2017 08:21 am UTC| Insights & Views Health

It may seem like a doomed attempt to mix business and pleasure. But a growing number of young professionals in Silicon Valley insist that taking small doses of psychedelic drugs simply makes them perform better at work ...

New study reveals how high-mileage running makes muscles and tendons more efficient

Feb 16, 2017 07:39 am UTC| Health

Running burns more calories than any other mainstream exercise. But despite the fact that running has been proven to reduce your risk of chronic illnesses, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke, there has been...

Personalized medicine may do more to treat rather than prevent chronic diseases

Feb 16, 2017 06:20 am UTC| Health

Personalized medicine, which involves tailoring health care to each persons unique genetic makeup, has the potential to transform how we diagnose, prevent and treat disease. After all, no two people are alike. Mapping a...

How vitamin D can improve muscle strength

Feb 16, 2017 06:19 am UTC| Health

One of the most important vitamins for your health is vitamin D. It allows the body to absorb calcium and phosphate from your diet, which are essential for the development of healthy bones. However, we have found that...

Why sitting is not the 'new smoking'

Feb 16, 2017 00:54 am UTC| Life Health

Sitting has been branded the new smoking for its supposed public health risks, especially for people with sit-down office jobs. Over the past 15 years or so sitting has been linked with cancer, heart disease and...

Obese does not necessarily mean unhealthy

Feb 15, 2017 09:35 am UTC| Health

Self-proclaimed weight loss hypnosis master Steve Miller has announced a campaign to see all overweight NHS staff wearing badges that read Im fat, but Im losing it. He also wants all restaurant menus to carry the warning...