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Andy Murray, 32, in many ways, restored hope in British tennis. His long list of achievements include winning the prestigious Grand Slam tournament and winning two Olympic gold medals. The road to victory did come at a price, however. Murray had been grappling with an ongoing hip problem, which proved too much bear. Speaking to

Stomach bloating describes what happens when too much gas fills up a person’s gastrointestinal tract. People tend to experience a stretchy, puffy sensation in their tummy, accompanied by painful abdominal cramps. While cutting out foods known to cause wind may reduce the risk, it’s no use if the bloating has already taken effect. A certain

Fibre is an important part of a person’s diet, and over the years eating plenty has been associated with lower risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and bowel cancer. Choosing foods with fibre also makes us feel fuller, and can help digestion and prevent constipation (a symptom of fibre deficiency). The UK government

Claire King, 57, who’s played the role of Kim Tate in ITV’s Emmerdale since 1989, has been open about her almost 30-year battle with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition that causes painful joints, as well as stiffness and swelling. The condition is something her mother Angela also has. Speaking to Mail Online

High cholesterol happens when a person has too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol in their blood. It is strongly tied to unhealthy lifestyle habits such as eating fatty food, not exercising enough, being overweight, smoking and drinking alcohol. A build-up of cholesterol can block a person’s blood vessels, making them more likely to

High blood pressure is prevalent in the UK, with more than one in four people living with the condition, yet many people will not realise it. The condition is often branded the “silent killer” because it usually goes undetected until it is serious. A high blood pressure reading can raise a person’s risk of developing

TYPE 2 diabetes means a person’s pancreas cannot produce enough insulin to regulate their blood sugar levels. Overtime, unchecked blood sugar levels can pose a number serious health complications such as heart disease and strokes. It may come as a surprise that the chronic condition can also lead to a certain sexual health problem. What

The risk of breast cancer from using hormone replacement therapy is double what was previously thought, according to a major study, and confirms that HRT is a direct cause of cancer. A meta-analysis that combined data from 58 global studies has found that taking hormone replacement therapy for menopausal symptoms is linked to an increased

Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate gland. The prostate is a small gland at the base of the bladder. It is about the size of a walnut but gets bigger as men get older. Initial symptoms of prostate cancer tend to show up once the prostate is large enough to affect the tube that

Heart attacks occur when there is a sudden loss of blood flow to a part of a person’s heart muscle. They come on suddenly and can prove to be fatal with 160,000 deaths from heart and circulatory diseases each year in the UK. Finding a drug that could limit the risk of heart attacks has

Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 is vital for the body to produce healthy red blood cells. It also is needed for proper nerve function and DNA synthesis. Symptoms of a vitamin B12 deficiency usually develop gradually, but can worsen if the condition goes untreated. Some symptoms are easier to spot than others – a change in

It is estimated that one in seven people globally live with migraines. Migraines are recognised as a significant disorder which sufferers often experiencing intense symptoms that range from visual disturbance to vomiting, dizziness to vertigo. More than 90 per cent of people with migraines say they can not work or function normally due to the

Bowel cancer describes cancer that begins in the large bowel. Depending on where the cancer starts, bowel cancer is sometimes called colon or rectal cancer. Advanced bowel (colorectal) cancer is cancer of the colon or rectum that has spread to other parts of the body. Bowel cancer most commonly spreads to the liver or lungs.

Stroke symptoms are the same as those of a mini-stroke, but what’s the difference between both conditions? A mini-stoke, also referred to as a transient ischaemic attack or TIA, is the same as a stroke except the symptoms last a short amount of time. Although the symptoms of a mini-stroke may not last as long,

Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease, affecting around 150,000 people in the UK, according to the NHS. This type of dementia is caused by a reduced blood flow to the brain, which damages and eventually kills the brain cells. But who’s most at risk of this happening? The

Bloating happens when the gastrointestinal tract is filled with gas. The condition is often accompanied by excessive gas, pain, frequent burping or belching, and abdominal rumbling. Bloating often has a direct link to what a person eats. What you put into your body has a direct impact on how a person looks and feels. This

Living longer is the ultimate quest in life. The desire to preserve meaningful relationships and embark on new adventures for as long as possible is a universal goal. Fortunately, leaps in scientific and medical knowledge are providing answers to life’s most fundamental question. Recent evidence makes the case even stronger for maintaining an active lifestyle.

Two thirds admitted to being confused about what vitamins and minerals the children should have in their diet, and those that did, were unsure as to the best foods to provide it. Seven in 10 parents know youngsters should consume five portions of fruit and veg a day – but 29 percent admit they have

Bowel cancer begins in the bowel. Depending on where the cancer starts, bowel cancer is sometimes called colon or rectal cancer. Symptoms of bowel cancer can include a change in a person’s normal bowel habit or blood in their poo. People can experience additional symptoms if the cancer is spread to the lungs. As Mayo

Visceral fat is considered harmful because it’s stored in the abdominal cavity next to many vital organs, including the liver, pancreas and intestines. If a person has too much visceral fat their risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease will be increased. So what can you do to reduce visceral fat? A diet