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low fat diets can decrease men’s testosterone levels by 10-15%

Low fat diets decrease testosterone levels in men

A new study conducted at the University of Worcester and published in The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology , has found low fat diets decrease men’s testosterone levels by 10-15%.

Optimal testosterone levels are critical to men’s health. Low testosterone levels are linked to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. Healthy testosterone...

Reasons to consider the use of veneers

If you want to improve your smile, you might want to consider the use of veneers. They will cover your terrible-looking teeth and transform your appearance. The best part is that they look and feel natural. Therefore, you won't hesitate to get them. Visit a private dentist in Cheltenham if you want the best service in the area. Here are more reasons if you don’t feel convinced yet.

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60% of Brits are feeling unhappy more occasionally since the start of the pandemi

The top 10 things that make Brits truly happy

Have you been feeling sad over the past few months? Well, you’re not alone, as nearly 60% of Brits are feeling unhappy more occasionally since the start of the pandemic*. Whilst lockdown has meant there there are many things we are restricted from doing that we love and make us happy, there are still some lovely things that cheer us up.

Fasthosts surveyed the British public to find...

Knowing your menstrual cycle can help you boss your training plans

Our menstrual cycle can seriously impact the way we workout and the latest research by femtech leader Yoppie , has revealed that the vast majority of women don’t know which stage of our cycles present the best time to train.

The good news is that Yoppie’s research shows that just 18% of women say their ability to train and exercise is impacted by their cycle. However, while our...

Pollen outside and dust inside will be a growing issue for many

Hay fever relief: Expert reveals how to allergy-proof your home

With the weather warming up and lockdown measures slowly easing, one thing that worries one in five Brits is hay fever.

Whatever your plans this Easter bank holiday weekend, pollen outside and dust inside will be a growing issue for many. But there are things we can do to reduce the struggle at home!

Ivan Ivanov, spokesperson from End of Tenancy Cleaning London , has...

Delaying an eye health check-up could be dangerous

Medics urge parents to prioritise their children’s eye health over the Easter break

Sharon Copeland, Optician at Feel Good Contacts is urging parents to prioritise their children’s eye health over the Easter break by reducing screen time and booking an eye health check up. After a year of online learning followed by leisure time spent in front of the screen, delaying an eye health check-up could be dangerous. After all it’s very difficult to know if your child has a problem...

6 Products to improve your comfort during pregnancy

Pregnancy can be a joyous time for many expectant parents. Yet, it can also be an uncomfortable experience, especially as mums enter their first and third trimester. It is common for pregnant women to struggle with back pain, heartburn, itching, or morning sickness.

If you want to make the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible, you should find items that will make each...

Parents on a budget can have a stress free, screen free, fun and active few weeks with their kids

How to kill those sneaky Covid Kilos over the Easter break

With two weeks of Easter break to get through with the kids, Claire Spurway (European and World Masters Indoor 60 meters champion) has partnered with Feel Good Contacts to help frazzled parents on a budget to have a stress free, screen free, fun and active few weeks with their kids and lose some lbs along the way (without even trying).

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The changing rate of smoking and what’s helping the decline

For years, people have understood that smoking isn’t the healthiest activity in the world. A lot of money has been pumped into advertising designed to scare people away from cigarettes, yet still, millions indulge in this habit every day.

Of course, that isn’t to say that there hasn’t been a positive change towards people giving up smoking. There’s been a notable decline in how much...

British consumers care about recycling but lacked awareness on improving their water quality

Global Survey Reveals Brits Are Eco-Conscious

The British are world leaders in recycling with 81% of people recycling when they can. The results are from a ground-breaking global survey on behalf of ZeroWater, a market leader in water filtration. Britain pipped Canada 78%, Italy 77%, and Spain 76% to the accolade.

The survey was conducted to discover people’s attitudes and perspectives on water, health, and environmental impacts...