Quit Smoking Pill

A prescription-only pill to help people quit smoking has received draft approval for use on the NHS.Varenicline (Champix) is the first non-nicotine drug developed specifically to help smokers give up, and was licensed in the UK in 2006. So is it a good idea to make...

Cancer Time-bomb

The World Cancer Research Fund  have warned that urgent action is needed if the country is to avert a surge in cancer cases. Research shows that up to 40 percent of cancers could be prevented through a healthy diet and regular exercise, but Britons are failing to look...

Is Alcohol Really That Bad For You?

Many of my clients are a little confused about how much they can drink without damaging their health. We often hear claims how a moderate amount of alcohol can actually improve health. Quite often, the health benefits are from certain ingredients like the polyphenolic...