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Colds 'like cold noses'

The virus behind the common cold is much happier in a cold nose, US researchers suggest. Their study showed the human immune system was weaker in cooler temperatures, allowing the virus to thrive. The researchers suggested keeping your nose warm and avoiding cold air while infected. The findings were published in Proceedings of the National Academy … Read more

Improve your mental wellbeing

During the winter months and at the start of January in particular, many of us think about what we want to change in our lives over the coming 12 months. A new year provides the perfect opportunity to set resolutions, take stock and decide how we will live our lives differently from now on. Many … Read more

Eating a Nordic diet could lower your blood pressure

A Nordic diet could reduce the dangers of being overweight, a study suggests. Scientists at the University of Eastern Finland found that eating fish, berries, wholegrains and vegetables reduces genes associated with inflammation linked to chronic diseases. Middle-aged men and women with signs of metabolic syndrome (a combination of diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity) ate the “Viking … Read more