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Sleep Signals and Orexin May Shape Alzheimer's Disease Progression
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Sleep and Alzheimer's disease are known to have a close relationship. A newly published study in Neurology examined links between...
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How to Remove White Deodorant Marks from Black Clothing
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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White deodorant marks on black clothing develop when product residue builds up within the fibres, especially around the underarms. A...
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Akkermansia muciniphila may help prevent weight regain after weight loss
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Losing weight can be difficult, and maintaining that loss is frequently harder still. Research indicates that most people who deliberately...
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Vitiligo: causes, symptoms and the stigma surrounding the condition
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Around one in 100 people across the world live with vitiligo, a long-term autoimmune skin condition that creates lighter areas...
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Shakira’s Fitness Secrets for Her Unstoppable Rhythm
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Colombian singer Shakira is renowned for her unstoppable rhythm, displayed at concerts around the world and at the opening ceremony...
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What Happens When You Leave Lemon Peel in the Drain Overnight?
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Leaving lemon peel in the drain overnight centres on limonene, a naturally occurring substance found in citrus fruit. Because this...
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Psilocybin May Ease Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Symptoms, Small Trial Suggests
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Of all illnesses transmitted in the United States by the bite of an insect or arachnid, Lyme disease is the...
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Natural Yoghurt Face Mask for Radiant Skin at Home
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Achieving radiant skin at home is remarkably easy with affordable recipes. When your face looks dull before an occasion, natural...
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BMI May Miss Dangerous Body Fat, UK Biobank Study Finds
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Most people are familiar with the process: step onto a scale, receive a BMI score, and be classified as underweight,...
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Waterless Shower Gels: How to Stay Clean Without Water
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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It may sound entirely counter-intuitive, yet it is perfectly possible to maintain good personal hygiene without turning on a tap....
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A Nap and 20 Minutes of Exercise May Help Memory After Sleep Loss
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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You know the situation: perhaps you have managed only four hours of sleep, a packed day lies ahead, and coffee...
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Why did the ancient Greeks burn bay leaves on embers?
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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This age-old custom holds a surprising secret about the effect of this plant’s fragrance on the surroundings and the mind…...
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Navitoclax May Speed Wound Healing in Aged Skin Before Surgery
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Wound care is inherently reactive. Once a cut occurs, the body’s response begins with clotting, inflammation and the formation of...
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What simple step transforms make-up on mature skin?
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Beginning the routine with the right skincare creates a natural finish and stops make-up from settling into wrinkles… Read more...
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Ketogenic Diet May Improve Metabolic Health More Than Other Diets
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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A wide range of diets can support weight loss for people who are overweight or living with obesity, so anyone...
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Plastic Microbeads: Banned in Cosmetics, Still on Your Plate
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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France prohibited plastic microbeads in cosmetics in 2018. Nearly a decade on, it is time to take stock: they have...
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Chin Hair in Women: Possible Causes to Check
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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It is not unusual for women to notice a few hairs on the chin. In most instances, they are only...
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Perfume and Lotion Can Disrupt the Human Oxidation Field
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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A spritz of perfume or an application of lotion may interfere with the highly reactive chemicals surrounding the body, new...
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Dancing 45 Minutes a Day Can Burn 80,000 Calories a Year
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Dancing for 45 minutes a day, five days a week, at an upbeat pace can produce a substantial calorie burn...
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Silent Atherosclerosis Found in Adults Across Denmark and Spain
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Sometimes, a health problem can arrive with the force of a thunderclap. You may be getting on with life feeling...
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Summer Foot Care: Carla Ferreira’s Essential Advice
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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A podiatrist shares recommendations on looking after your feet during hot weather and summer. From thorough drying to keeping shoes...
