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Everybody knows water is essential to a healthy lifestyle but sometimes when we’re busy...

This is how much water you should drink a day

Kidney cancer is on the rise globally and in the UK, yet many people...

5 symptoms of kidney cancer everyone should be aware of

Although cervical cancer is rare, thousands of women in the UK and Ireland are...

Cervical cancer and HPV myths: 7 things everybody needs to know

Are you one of those smokers who have tried and failed several times to...

It’s never too late to quit
Mood boosting foods

We all need to consume a varied, well-balanced diet full of essential nutrients so...

Stick or Fold? 5 Mobility Scooter Elements to Consider Before Taking a Trip

It’s time for that well-deserved break! You’re likely to be negotiating different environments like...

How to prevent joint pain flare-ups from cold weather

We’re a nation that knows a thing or two about joint pain. With around...

Every question you’ve ever wanted to ask about the flu

We’re currently in the depths of winter, which means that cold and flu season...

6 ways to treat menopause symptoms – without taking HRT

Lots of women experience symptoms due to menopause, many of which can be very...

Pain in my back and leg – could it be sciatica?

I have recently been suffering from fairly severe pain in my right leg and...

Travel first aid kit essentials

Many of us take a first aid kit with us when we go on...

5 examples of when drinking plain water isn’t enough

Whether you’re building up a sweat in the gym or trying to recover after...

The health benefits of swimming

Swimming: the ideal exercise that’s suitable for everyone, whatever their ability. Here we take...

How to enjoy eating healthily

Most of us understand that a healthy balanced diet, along with good sleeping habits,...

Getting care at home

When simple everyday things such as shopping, cooking a hot meal or getting washed...

When should I stop HRT?

Taken to relieve the symptoms of menopause, Hormone replacement therapy or HRT aims to...

The science behind fat loss and how to understand it

What is the secret to losing fat?  Tom Rothwell, AXA PPP healthcare lead physiologist...

Can chocolate really be good for us?

Good or bad? Naughty or nice? For years we’ve been told that chocolate should...

Why you should start your diet before January – and how to do it

If, like most people, you’ve overindulged at Christmas, you may well be thinking about...

Healthy habits for the New Year

If you’re thinking of making a New Year’s resolution, why not make it a...

Colourful solutions to every day challenges

At Iconicare we give you the best possible products to let you enjoy smart...

Are you suffering from a never ending cold?

We are constantly being bombarded with new viruses and infections and usually manage to...

8 things to do today to reduce your risk of dementia in the future

As scientists link midlife obesity to higher dementia risk for women later in life,...

Do you need reading glasses for Presbyopia?

If you don’t already wear glasses by the time you’re 40, there’s still a...

6 ways to help future-proof your joints

Joint wear and tear affects millions of us – but there’s still lots we...

How to stay hydrated this Christmas

As Christmas and the New Year approaches, the pace of life inevitably increases. Parties,...

Do you suffer with cold hands and feet?

Ever wondered why some of us are more prone to cold hands and feet...

Muscle twitches – why they happen and how to prevent them

Most of us have had an involuntary muscle twitch, often in the eye or...

What is a Hartmann colostomy and can it be reversed?

Usually performed in an emergency situation for diseases of the bowel such as cancer...

5 ways to lower your risk of high cholesterol

Keep your heart healthy this winter – whatever your age. Cholesterol it turns out...

Supporting and caring for someone with dementia

However, due to the difficult symptoms of dementia, caring for someone with this disease...

Why has CBD become popular?

We all know the feeling of our minds and bodies seemingly letting us down...

How nutritious is traditional Christmas dinner?

Why do we feel that we must overdo it in the culinary stakes, just...

4 tips for looking after your eye health this winter

Don’t take your eyes for granted. Protect your vision with this simple advice. Good...

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