Chronic headaches may mean a vitamin D deficiency

Jan 03, 2020 09:05 am UTC| Health

Vitamin D is also known as the sunshine vitamin, as the body produces it when we are exposed to the sun. However, a lack of this vitamin can result in symptoms such as headaches. Many people in the northern hemisphere...

New year, new you? Why we think a better body will be a better self

Jan 02, 2020 18:08 pm UTC| Health

Is a better body a better self? Is a perfect body our best self? In the visual culture we inhabit we increasingly believe that a better body will lead to a better life, one where we are happier, have a better job, a better...

An avocado a day can help reduce visceral fat

Jan 02, 2020 08:40 am UTC| Health

Visceral fat is also commonly referred to as the belly fat, and it is also the kind of fat that would increase a persons risk of developing serious conditions. A new report shows that eating this fruit every day can help...

Visiting museums may help increase life expectancy

Jan 02, 2020 08:40 am UTC| Health

Longevity is something that everyone wants, to be able to live a long and healthy life. A new report reveals that engaging in the arts may also help increase life expectancy. Most of the time, longevity can be...

Twitchy eyes and blurry vision could be signs of vitamin B12 deficiency

Jan 02, 2020 08:40 am UTC| Health

Many people tend to overlook how lacking in certain vitamins can affect their overall health and function. In the case of vitamin B12, signs of a deficiency can be found in the eyes. Vitamin B12 is an important vitamin...

Breast cancer: Scientists make breakthrough with new drugs for HER2-positive breast cancer

Jan 01, 2020 14:20 pm UTC| Health

While having a definite cure for cancer is still in the works, the technological and medical advancements of today brought on some progress in that aspect. A report reveals a breakthrough made by scientists on the...

Prostate cancer: The withania coagulans plant may potentially be a cure

Jan 01, 2020 14:15 pm UTC| Health

Prostate cancer is the type of disease that mainly affects men, and while there is no cure as of now, spotting the symptoms is very important. However, a recent breakthrough suggests that there may be a potential cure for...