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Monday 28 January 2013,By Siski Green

What to eat to conserve muscle mass

Muscle loss doesn’t just affect your ability to lift heavy items, it makes balance more difficult resulting in more falls, and even a simple task such as holding a saucepan can become difficult, resulting in potential injuries. Read On
Friday 25 January 2013,By Judith Wills

The 'snowed in and have run out of cake' diet

Diet blogger Judith Wills finds that the harsh winter weather brings with it some unexpected benefits Read On
Friday 25 January 2013,By Siski Green

Air pollution linked to unhappiness

You may not be able to smell air pollution – carbon monoxide, for example, is odourless and tasteless – but according to new research carbon dioxide fumes may make you feel more miserable than someone who lives in an area with fresher air. Read On
Tuesday 22 January 2013,By Lesley Dobson

Over 50? Healthy brains still make good decisions

Age alone is not the key factor in poor decision-making in older adults, say US researchers. Read On
Monday 21 January 2013,By Dr David Roche

Health Q&A: degenerative lung diseases and familial tremors

Saga Magazine's Dr David Roche looks at possible treatments for degenerative lung diseases and hereditary familial tremors Read On
Monday 21 January 2013,By Siski Green

Special advice for older adults with flu

This winter season has proven particularly bad for flu and both babies and older people are more at risk of complications when it comes to the illness. Read On
Friday 18 January 2013,By Judith Wills

Forget all about 'new year, new you'

Diet blogger Judith Wills wonders what compels people to start a new fitness and healthy eating regime in the dark depths of winter Read On
Friday 18 January 2013,By Duncan McLaren

88 today!

Duncan and Ian celebrate Mabel's 88th birthday with a special meal in the care home Read On
Friday 18 January 2013,By Siski Green

Pear-shaped body no healthier than apple-shaped

Whether you’re an ‘apple’ or a ‘pear’, excess fat poses health problems. Read On
Thursday 17 January 2013,By Lesley Dobson

Get ready for a new heart health check

Earlier detection of atrial fibrillation should help reduce the risk of stroke. Lesley Dobson reports. Read On