top of page


UV light can kill coronaviruses
What if US President Donald Trump might be right when he suggested ultraviolet light could be used to kill covid-19 in humans?
Sep 22, 2020


Medicinal cannabis kills cancer cells
A modified form of medicinal cannabis has been shown to kill or inhibit cancer cells without affecting normal cells.
Jul 20, 2020


It's about how long you don't eat
How well we attune to the day/night cycles of our planet is an important factor in our physical and mental wellbeing.
Apr 20, 2020


Second man now HIV-free
According to doctors, a London man appears to be HIV free — only the second person in the world to receive such a diagnosis.
Mar 20, 2020


Nano turmeric to better treat dementia
An international team of researchers has shown that curcumin can be delivered effectively into human cells via tiny nanoparticles.
Mar 6, 2020


Alarming research
The type of alarm we wake to can determine our state of alertness for the rest of day, say Australian researchers.
Feb 19, 2020


Run for it!
No matter how often or how fast, any amount of running is good for you.
Jan 18, 2020


Holistic living key to longevity
There are, according to explorer and educator Dan Buettner, five regions in the world where you’ll find the largest collection of centenaria
Dec 30, 2019


Whingeing can do you good
It’s been well-documented that a positive outlook on life is good for your mental wellbeing. It now appears a whinge can do you wonders too.
Dec 4, 2019


Keep calm and carry on longer
A study published in the science journal Nature reports that a calm brain could lead to a longer life.
Nov 1, 2019


Dogs are good for the heart
If you have a dog, and especially if you live alone, chances are you’re likely to live longer and have less risk of heart attack or stroke.
Oct 18, 2019


Time for a nap
Our busy lives often leave little time for napping, but research shows a little shut-eye each day is good for the heart.
Oct 5, 2019


Look on the bright side, live longer
A recent study has revealed that optimists live longer than pessimists.
Aug 31, 2019


Walking: 'overlooked superpower'
Walking — it’s something most of us take for granted. Yet, walking is holistic: it aids every aspect of our being.
Aug 3, 2019


An (organic) apple a day . . .
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, or so goes the old adage. Now scientists have an answer as to why: bacteria.
Aug 2, 2019


Pets lower stress
It’s long been thought pets are beneficial to our emotional wellbeing. Well, now it’s confirmed.
Jul 22, 2019


The healing power of bugs
Bugs. Yuck, right? But, suspend your prejudice, they have their therapeutic uses.
Jul 5, 2019
bottom of page
