How to stay healthy over Christmas

1. Start the day with a healthy breakfast
If I’m going out in the evening, I’ll start the day with a generous bowl of porridge, topped […]

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What to eat before, during and after a workout

Scientists have long known that what you eat before, during and after you exercise can make or break a workout and possibly affect your fitness […]

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How Walking Might Affect Our Sleep

Among middle-aged men and women who took about 7,000 steps a day, covering even a little extra ground was tied to better sleep.
Taking more steps […]

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Health Minister launches prostate cancer awareness campaign

Health practitioners have not been proactive enough in getting men aged 40 and over to screen for prostate cancer, which kills just over 4,000 Jamaican […]

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Managing Heart Failure Symptoms

Small changes can improve symptoms, and give you time for what matters most.
Your body and your heart can often respond to effects of heart failure […]

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What Causes Stress Fractures in Runners?

Q. What causes stress fractures in runners? Could a vegan diet be a factor?
A. A stress fracture is a small crack in the bone. It’s […]

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How to remedy a cough depends on what’s causing it

Is a cough making your life miserable? Don’t blame your body; coughing is the only way your lungs can expel an irritant. The key is […]

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3 natural ways to beat stress

For whatever stresses the festive period throws at you. Last year a total of 11.7 million working days were lost due to stress, accounting for […]

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9 Breast Cancer Symptoms That Aren’t Lumps

We all know that an unusual lump can be a red flag when it comes to breast cancer, but did you know there are other […]

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The Surprising Link Between Marriage and Heart Health

People in marriages that steadily get sweeter have lower cholesterol and healthier weight than marriages that stay the same, according to a new 16-year study. […]

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