Walking aids and the ageing process – choice is important
The necessity for walking aids is the result of neuromusculoskeletal disorders and is related to the ageing process (loss of strength, loss of mobility or balance) and is also associated
Prevent anaemia with an iron rich diet
Iron is an important mineral for all living organisms. It is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the human body via the red blood cells. Iron is important due to the
The dark side of… the sun
The warmth of the sun is enveloping, caressing, relaxing but exciting, almost like an irresistible lover. To be realistic, this attraction can be fatal like any irrational, uncontrolled passion. There
No scar surgery
Laparoscopic or “key hole” surgery was developed at the end of the 20th century as a new trend in surgical treatment, allowing patients to have a better recovery period after
Parents may live longer than their children, say cardiologists
Warning || For the first time ever in the history of mankind, the current generation of children could actually live shorter lives than their parents, warns the Portuguese Society of
Bring breakfast back
What they say is true – breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. It might be the last thing on your morning to-do list, or worse,
Tennis elbow
For the most part, tennis players are competitive and they are determined to keep playing despite how they feel. Tennis is a highly demanding sport and we could imagine how
Mosquitoes! A biting nuisance…
There’s no doubt about it: mosquitoes are annoying. And even worse, their bites are itchy, can get infected and sometimes transmit serious diseases like malaria, as well as viral pathogens
Children and the sun
Although sun exposure is essential, in particular to help with vitamin D production, when it is excessive health risks are involved, such as sunburn, premature skin ageing, skin cancer (such
How to prevent constipation
Constipation is characterised by infrequent bowel movements or difficulty in passing stools. Most people may suffer occasionally from constipation but with time and changes in the daily diet this normally