Drinking in moderation, eating five portions of fruit and vegetables a day, exercising regularly and quitting smoking are four healthy habits that could add up to 14 years to your life according to Scientists at
Archive for March, 2008
In the News: Four health habits that could add over a decade to your life
Saturday, March 1st, 2008In the News: Upset stomach risk from chewing gum
Saturday, March 1st, 2008People who chew large quantities of gum could be at risk of stomach upsets and even severe weight loss according to research published in the British Medical Journal. Eating large amounts of sweets which also contain the sweetener sorbitol could also have the same effect.
Natural ways to treat menopause-related digestive upsets
Saturday, March 1st, 2008Some women find that before and during the menopause they experience reoccurring digestive upsets, in particular constipation. Because oestrogen and progesterone affects the speed at which food moves through your intestines, constipation and or diarrhoea may be common menopause-related symptoms.
Eating while stressed, overeating, eating too fast, or eating too many ‘junk’ foods all contribute to unhealthy digestion. The most effective natural remedy for digestive problems is a healthy, fibre rich diet but the following may also help: