The thought that you, or your children, may have threadworms probably makes you feel ill, not to mention wondering if your standards of hygiene and cleanliness have slipped. In most cases, hygiene is not the issue. Instead it is more the fact that threadworms (also known as pinworms) are fairly common in the wider environment, and easy to catch. The good news is that threadworms are easily treated.
Turmeric, as a spice and medicinal herb, has been used for thousands of years in India and recently, studied more for its therapeutic benefits. This lovely spice that gives food a vibrant yellow colour contains the active ingredient, curcumin. Curcumin has been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Will I get an anti-inflammatory effect from eating turmeric? Certainly you can add turmeric to your curries, soup, smoothies and lattes but the amount of curcumin in the spice turmeric is only around 3% and dosages are usually around 1g/day, so it would be difficult to get enough. Supplements are available as an alternative. The other issue to consider is the absorption of curcumin. On its own, it is very poorly...
The Christmas holidays are a popular time to take a holiday and while most people have few health problems there is the potential for everything from jet lag to tropical diseases. Here are our seven top tips to stay healthy while travelling.
Vitamin D is sometimes called the “sunshine vitamin” because it is produced in our skin in response to sunlight. It is an essential vitamin that helps to regulate calcium in our bodies and so is vital for good bone health and preventing osteoporosis. Research over the past few years has also shown some evidence that vitamin D plays a role in our immune response and how susceptible we are to infection.
There is a broad awareness of the need to maintain a healthy body weight for good health but it is a complicated issue that many people struggle with. You can see if you are in a healthy weight range by calculating your Body Mass Index (BMI) using a weight to height ratio. Healthy eating and activity are keys to reducing obesity and maintaining a healthy weight. Drinking plenty of water is also vital.
