The Gender Gap in Supercentenarians Thursday, May 1, 2025 gender supercentenarians longevity genetics hormones health lifestyle centenarians research physical activity Reaching the remarkable age of 110 often means being surrounded by predominantly women, as studies suggest that women have a significantly greater chance of becoming ‘supercentenarians’. Studies from Boston … Read More
Signs Tinned Food is Unsafe to Eat Due to Bacterial Risk Wednesday, April 30, 2025 tinned food bacterial risk safety warning signs storage contamination health Tinned food is a staple in many households, offering convenience and long shelf life. However, consumers need to be vigilant in identifying potential hazards that may compromise the safety of these products. Paul Jackson, an … Read More
New Study Links Champagne and White Wine Consumption to Reduced Risk of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Wednesday, April 30, 2025 champagne white wine cardiac arrest research health lifestyle study cardiovascular prevention alcohol Exciting news has emerged from a recent study, indicating that enjoying a glass of bubbly could potentially lower the risk of sudden cardiac arrest. Every year, millions of individuals succumb to sudden cardiac arrests, a … Read More
Walnuts Boost Brain Function and May Help Prevent Dementia, Neuroscientist Says Tuesday, April 29, 2025 neuroscientist dementia brain walnuts breakfast memory cognitive research health aging Recent research conducted by the University of Reading suggests that adding a handful of walnuts to your breakfast could significantly enhance cognitive function and protect against dementia. Professor of neuroscience, Claire … Read More
Why You Should Always Check Your Blood Test Results Tuesday, April 29, 2025 bloodtest results health gp communication access verification proactive followup nhs Dr. Shireen, a GP and Medical Educator, is urging people not to assume that no news is good news when it comes to their blood test or scan results. In a recent social media post, she emphasized the importance of proactively … Read More
Identifying Ultra-Processed Foods: Surprising Examples Tuesday, April 29, 2025 processed food health nutrition ingredients research diet impact heart choices When considering ultra-processed foods, many often think of high-fat or high-sugar snacks and meals such as cookies, chips, sausages, and pastries. However, there are some less obvious examples that may not immediately come … Read More