Health Advice

The common medicines that are banned abroad and could land you in jail

Holidaymakers have been advised to check with their local GP before taking their prescription medications abroad this summer, as many common…
This is why you should NEVER drink tea or coffee on a plane

A steaming cup of tea or coffee can be a tasty pick-me-up on an early morning flight or long-haul journey, but you may never be able to drink that…
What is meningitis B? The symptoms to look out for and how it can be avoided

Although it is uncommon, meningitis B can be incredibly serious, causing life-changing disabilities or death. The infection most commonly affects…
What is endometriosis? All you need to know about the symptoms and treatment

Endometriosis is a common condition that affects an estimated 1.5 million women in the UK, yet it still often goes undiagnosed, with Endometriosis UK…
Liz Earle reveals the best foods to eat and avoid during the menopause

The menopause and perimenopause can bring an array of uncomfortable symptoms, such as weight gain and sleep disorders. However, tweaking your diet…
Why you shouldn't dismiss your bloating as IBS or food intolerances

Many of us experience bloating on a regular basis, but that 'food baby' could actually be a sign of something more serious, doctors have warned.…
Measles symptoms and the treatment you need to know about

The number of measles cases in Europe has risen to 41,000 - and now health officials are warning it could cause an outbreak in the UK. The epidemic…
Trinny Woodall says she loves Botox: Here's a guide to the treatment

Celebrities the world over are fans of the anti-wrinkle treatment, Botox, and now style guru Trinny Woodall has admitted she loves having the…
6 common gym beauty myths, busted

Whether you're an avid gym-goer or not, you're likely to have heard lots of horror stories about the negative effects exercising can have on you –…
How to recognise the signs of a stroke and how it can be prevented

The average age of people in England who have a stroke for the first time has fallen, new figures show. Public Health England data shows that the…

10 ways to reduce your stretch marks

For many of us, stretch marks are those unwelcome scars that we'd like to just magically disappear. They can pop up all over the body, with the most…
How to get pregnant: 8 ways to boost your fertility naturally

Thinking of starting a family? Whether you've just made that decision or have been trying for a while, you'll know it's not always quite as simple as…
Cervical cancer: The early signs and symptoms you need to know

Cervical cancer is the most common cancer in women aged 35 and under, with around 3,000 women diagnosed with the disease in the UK each year.…
What is blood cancer? The symptoms and treatment you need to know

Blood cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer and third biggest cancer killer in the UK, yet it can still often go undiagnosed when patients…
What is Japanese flu? The signs and symptoms you need to know

The UK has been hit with a wave of flu this winter, with experts warning that it could be the worst flu outbreak for 50 years. And while Australian…
The most relaxing way to beat bloating

If you have eaten, drunk and made merry during the Christmas season you may find yourself feeling bloated and sluggish after lounging on the sofa…
What is Australian flu? The signs and symptoms to look out for

Australian flu has arrived in the UK after claiming hundreds of lives Down Under. The H3N2 strain affected up to 170,000 people in Australia, with…
What is pneumonia? The signs and symptoms of the lung infection

Kim Kardashian has revealed that her two-year-old son Saint West was hospitalised for three days after developing pneumonia over the festive period,…
How to wear high heels: Guide to walking in heels without pain

Christmas and New Year's parties should have us dancing the night away, but amid the bubbles, karaoke and Secret Santa gifts is that pesky foot pain…
Natural ways to boost serotonin levels this winter

Whether you're feeling low due to a bad breakup or because it's getting dark at 4pm, there are ways to make yourself feel better without dramatically…