Health

HIGH blood pressure is affecting seven million British people who are currently unaware they even have the health condition. The British Heart Foundation adds that most people with the condition “feel fine”. So how do you recognise if you’ve got a high reading or not, how to measure your reading, and why can an untreated high reading be dangerous? Daily ...

DEMENTIA is a progressive neurological condition that can be hard to spot in the initial changes because symptoms can be mild. One overlooked warning sign relates to a change in mood, and recent evidence suggests that the symptom is widespread in people with dementia. Daily Express :: Health Feed

Hundreds of thousands of menopausal women are being prescribed antidepressants because poorly trained GPs are misdiagnosing their symptoms, campaigners warn. Women often suffer anxiety and mood swings as they reach the menopause but doctors are mistaking a hormonal imbalance for a mental health problem. Daily Express :: Health Feed

BEST supplements for anxiety: Anxiety, which afflicts millions of people in the UK, can be hard to manage and can affect your professional and personal life. Addressing the mental health condition depends on the underlying cause but promising evidence suggests that some people may find taking certain supplements may alleviate symptoms. Daily Express :: Health Feed

ACHING joints is a common problem with a number of possible causes. While some people find relief in painkillers, others prefer more natural remedies, like supplements. But TV doctor Dr Ranj Singh took to This Morning to reveal two supplements he considers a “waste of money”. Daily Express :: Health Feed

PARKINSON’S disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. An obvious early sign of the disease is uncontrolled movements. Less obvious signs of the condition can appear when a person sleeps. What are they? Daily Express :: Health Feed

TYPE 2 diabetes is the reduction in insulin resistance which can be very problematic as insulin is needed to help glucose enter tissue to be metabolised. If a person notices a loss of this it could be a warning sign they might be at risk of developing the condition. Daily Express :: Health Feed

DEMENTIA is a progressive neurological condition that impairs the brain’s vital cognitive functions. While it is not known how to prevent the condition, the evidence is increasingly drawing a link between consuming certain dietary items and a reduced risk of developing the condition. Daily Express :: Health Feed

HOW TO sleep: Struggling to get the required amount of sleep each night is an uphill struggle for many people in the UK. While the situation may seem insurmountable, mounting evidence backs drinking certain herbal teas to get your sleep-cycle back into a healthy routine. Daily Express :: Health Feed

HOW TO live longer: Certain dietary decisions can play a role in extending your lifespan by providing protection against life-threatening health complications, such as heart disease. Evidence suggests a popular food, when eaten in moderation, can reduce your risk of developing heart disease. Daily Express :: Health Feed