Did you know that teenagers are sensitive to light and the glare from mobiles and tablets could be keeping them awake at night. From the age of 9 to 15 even an hour of exposure in the evening can affect levels of melatonin which controls the wake sleep cycle. The brightness of the light slows the production of melatonin. The advice is to keep away from screens for at least an hour before bedtime.

Scientists have now confirmed that saturated fats don’t cause heart disease or diabetes. The problem lies in processed trans fats in cakes, biscuits and margarine, which has long been sold as the healthier option. Unfortunately this isn’t the case, and in fact can contribute to heart disease and heart related deaths.

We all want to live longer and healthier, but in order to do that we need to give ourselves a bit of help.

A brisk 20 minute walk every day  can have significant health benefits.

It’s that time of year again when brussels sprouts make an appearance at the dinner table, but they really are good for you. Brussels, broccoli and other brassicas contain various components that can help protect against cancer.

Researchers have now found that it’s best to sleep in a cool bedroom. 19C or 66F has been found to be just the right temperature for brown adipose tissue to increase in volume and activity which helps to maintain your body’s temperature and and also helps to protect against diabetes through its effects on insulin and glucose.

Small changes that can make a big difference to your overall health.