Regular, moderate exercise is good for our immune system. It reduces the risk of common infections such as colds and flu. It also helps protect us from several serious diseases, including cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes and some forms of...

Women who have an eating disorder often can't recognize the problem or they try to hide it, making diagnosis difficult. But a new method involving hair analysis may provide a more objective means of determining whether someone is a sufferer. As hair...

Doctors find it more difficult to diagnose complex pain in women than men due to poor communication. New research suggests that women with chronic pain tend to give brief, vague details, while men readily describe their chronic pain in precise...

A nutritional supplement containing antioxidants, minerals and other nutrients was found to help immune function and reduce risk of infection in frail older people, according to a US study.Fifty-two nursing-home residents aged 65 and over were given...

Try these easy ways to improve digestion. Eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables every day. Replace white bread with wholemeal, granary or multi-grain varieties. Serve casseroles and curries with brown rice or wholewheat pasta. In baking...