Alzheimer’s disease: Tai chi may significantly improve cognition and stave off decline

AN ALZHEIMER'S diagnosis can have life-altering consequences for both patients and their families. But there is evidence that preserving cognitive functions can stave off the condition. According to a new body of research, tai chi may offer more promising results than other types of exercise.

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Heart attack: Cocoa supplement may slash the risk of dying from the cardiac event by 27%

HEART attack is an instantaneous event that occurs when one of the arteries leading to the heart becomes blocked. The condition often follows a lifetime of insufficient exercise and poor diet, but other causes exist. Fortunately, some of the plant compounds found in the cocoa bean may shield the heart against deadly conditions.

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Stroke: Flavoured yogurt, red meat and baked goods increase your risk of condition

STROKE'S initial warning symptoms include the face dropping and not being able to smile, or your mouth or eye may have dropped.

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Cancer causes: Viruses are thought to account for 10 percent of cases worldwide

IN THE UK, the four most common types of cancer are breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate and bowel cancer. A person's risk of developing the disease may be accounted for certain viruses.

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Visceral fat may raise a number of health risks 'regardless of your overall weight' - tips

VISCERAL fat is known to be associated with a number of health issues. The Mayo Clinic explains regardless of your overall weight, having a large amount of belly fat increases your risk of high blood pressure and colorectal cancer.

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Statins: The nocebo effect could be the cause to your muscle-related side effects

STATINS side effects commonly include muscle sensations including pain and tenderness. Expecting to have a pain and then in turn feeling that pain is known as the nocebo effect and could be the underlying cause according to studies.

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Ramadan crescent moon sighting: Has the moon been sighted? What does it mean?

MUSLIMS in Saudi Arabia have been called on to spot the crescent moon of Ramadan this Friday evening. But why is the sighting so significant?

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Vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms: Neurological problems can be 'irreversible' warns NHS

VITAMIN B12 supports the body in numerous ways and the sinister complications caused by low B12 attest to this. According to the NHS, consistently low B12 levels can cause "irreversible" neurological problems. What are the signs to spot?

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