Lies, damned lies and statistics
May 9, 2012
We are always seeking ‘proof’ to guide our decisions, particularly when it comes to medical matters but that might be a mistake according to a new report. The largest comprehensive analysis of Clinicaltrials.gov finds that clinical trials are falling short … Continue reading
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April 18, 2012
There is no doubt that one of the most aggravating, and sometimes annoyingly persistent, symptoms of menopause are those dratted hot flushes and night sweats. Every woman seems to respond differently and to have her own unique timetable for their … Continue reading
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Mediterranean Diet – In A Capsule
April 13, 2012
Well, not really of course but Masquelier have produced a supplement that contains the key ingredients to help you and your heart stay healthy. My regular readers will know my feelings about statins by now, and a healthy alternative is … Continue reading
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March 28, 2012
Sounds like a political campaign doesn’t it, but one of the things I am least enjoying about getting older is inheriting the family tendency to arthritis. Having discovered it in my knobbly fingers and then in my neck I thought … Continue reading
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How 3 The Wise Monkeys Got Into Research
March 19, 2012
A frequently found ornament in the homes of my family in my childhood was a brass figurine depicting the three wise monkeys. This was used as a warning and a homily – very effectively against wrongdoing and in particular lying … Continue reading
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What’s The Fastest Growing Cancer In Women?
March 7, 2012
One of the wonderful things about being a writer is people send you all sorts of snippets – without which I would never have heard of Dr Oz. Not as you might think a native Antipodean, his is actually from … Continue reading
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February 16, 2012
Apparently new research to be published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition claims that if you will only swop your ‘normal’ drinks for the ‘sugar-free’ version you can lose up to 5 per cent of your body weight in just … Continue reading
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Want To Stay Sharp? Make Music!
February 4, 2012
Gareth Malone has convinced many of the community benefits and emotional pay off for those joining a choir, but it seems any form of music making will also help keep those brain cells alert. If you resisted that piano practice … Continue reading
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Breast Is Best For Baby – Unless You Are A Drug Company
January 22, 2012
There are some things you just take so for granted: like breathing regularly is good for your health and breast milk is best for babies. Well not, if you live in the USA it isn’t as researchers from the US … Continue reading
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How ADHD Was Turned Into A Crime
January 18, 2012
ADHD is a much wider condition than most people are aware of and responses to it do vary. There is the highly positive side that sees its ability to think outside the box and be highly creative as a great … Continue reading
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