Does the mid-life crisis really exist? Scientists have just revealed that it it doesn’t!!. It’s become an accepted phenomenon in films and advertising, but now we’re told it’s not true. and that we are actually happier in our mid 40’s than in the whole of our lives.

Now on to more serious health issues. We are generally advised about what foods to eat and the best one’s to improve certain aspects of our health, but we should also be looking at the other things that we come into contact within our environment for clues to our health issues. In the US they have been looking at the effect of weedkiller on our health and have found it to be detrimental. So much so, that they have now banned a particular brand called Roundup due to its carcinogenic properties. In other words it may cause cancer. It’s a revolutionary step and may be followed by other countries such as the UK. Watch put for more news on this one.

Have you checked how many moles you have? Have a quick count now as they can reveal how much at risk you are of contracting skin cancer. More than 11 moles on your right arm could mean you are at greater risk than the average person. Looking at you right arm can give you a good idea of your total body count. Now make sure you are actually counting moles and not just big freckles!! Moles are the dark brown often raised marks on the skin.

We are now turning more and more to alternative therapies, apparently 64% of us have a regular massage.  71% of us regularly take supplements, 65% have tried acupuncture, 23% of people waiting for treatment on the NHS admit that they are using alternative therapies while they are waiting, 42% have tried osteopathy, but 10% of us won’t admit to our doctors what we’re doing. Why is that? Doctors are becoming so much more open minded these days and many of them positively encourage us to take responsibility for our own health, so if you are using it, tell your doctor. If it’s helping you,it may help others too and I’m sure your doctor would like to know.