Study: Quitting smoking in later life may slow down decline in memory
London (PA Media/dpa) - Quitting smoking, even in later life, could help slow down age-related memory problems, a study has found.…
Sweetener could be used to reduce hair loss for millions, study shows
Sydney (dpa) - The natural sugar alternative stevia could have an unexpected second use: helping curb baldness and hair loss.…
Rehydration key in tiding over stomach bug symptoms
Berlin (dpa) - Terrible are the days spent largely on - and bent over - the toilet. If you're afflicted…
You can use ants to make yoghurt, a study confirms – but should you?
Ants, milk and a pinch of culinary history: Researchers have investigated an unusual yoghurt recipe and find it does indeed…
Three finance questions to ask yourself before you retire
Whether retirement is a dream in the distant future or right around the corner, planning is essential. London (PA Media/dpa) -…
Posting on social media overnight linked to poor mental wellbeing
London (PA Media/dpa) - People who post on social media overnight are more likely to have poor mental wellbeing, a new…
5 pros of taking up swimming in retirement – and how to get started
Swimming offers a range of mental and physical benefits for older adults. London (PA Media/dpa) - Stripping off and diving into…
Pig’s liver transplanted to human in world first
The number of donors is nowhere near enough to meet the demand for organs. Organs from pigs are now seen…
Why ‘exercise snacks’ may be good for your health
London (PA Media/dpa) - Taking “exercise snacks” throughout the day can boost people’s health and make them fitter, researchers say. Bursts…
Vienna-based researchers help develop AI blood test to measure ageing
Vienna (dpa) - The Fountain of Youth appears in writings going back to the time of Herodotus, the 5th century…
