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Am I drinking enough water?
Drinking enough water is really important, because a large part of our physical bodies is made up of water. Water is critical to our health: we can survive much longer without food than we can without water. ...read more
Does water cause cancer?
Cancer, if not the biggest killer of our generation certainly the most feared word in any language in the Western World, has spread with increasing vigor across our culture, seemingly undeterred by the seriou...read more
Don't go dry
Are you thirsty? More to the point: is your body thirsty, but neither you nor your doctor recognise the signals? Sufferers from high blood pressure, allergies, asthma, high cholesterol levels, ulcers, diabe...read more
Foods that boost your mood
Eating a diet that is healthy and varied is no doubt the best way to help you boost your mood through food. To help achieve a healthy diet, make sure you include foods from each of these groups: Carbohydrate...read more
Green tea as a natural remedy for acne
Natural remedies have become very popular in recent years. People have stopped looking at the expensive medications and creams to cure various conditions, and have started looking at remedies found closer to...read more
How to keep cool during the heatwave
Keep out of the heat If a heatwave is forecast, try and plan your day in a way that allows you to stay out of the heat. If you can, avoid going out in the hottest part of the day (11am-3pm). If you can't ...read more
Hydration guidance
The general guidance we currently provide regarding volumes, was originally developed for wearing BA in the fire training unit, hence the references to working in hot environments and performance in the heat. Obviously the gu...read more
Taking care of yourself
The tips below will help you to look after yourself while you are drinking. When you’re out, why not pace yourself by alternating between soft and alcoholic drinks? A plain tonic looks the same a...read more
Water birth
Birthing pools are increasingly available to mothers in labour either in hospital or for hire at home. There are several reasons why women choose to have their babies this way. While everyone knows abo...read more
Water: a necessity, a controversy
Why is water important? Water is heavily involved in every major bodily function including, but certainly not limited to temperature control, digestion, and waste and toxin removal. Water lossread moreWhat are you eating?
High fattening foods (even only once a day) can destroy any weight loss that may have occurred during your low fat eating. Fast foods, fried foods, foods and sodas high in sugar are detrimental to weight loss...read more
