LATEST HEALTH SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY
3 ways to... Beat mould
1INCREASE VENTILATION Open windows, particularly when cooking or showering. ‘Mould can have a serious effect on health,’ says GP Dr Vijay Nayar*. ‘It releases spores, which are irritant and can react with your immune system to produce an allergic reaction.’
2 DON’T DRY CLOTHES INDOORS And be careful about heating just one room. Concentrating heat in one area can cause moisture levels to rise, leading to dampness and condensation.
3 TRY A DEHUMIDIFIER Don’t ignore damp, and deal with leaking pipes and appliances promptly. ‘Preventing mould is preferable to dealing with its consequences on health,’ says Dr Nayar. ‘Regular cleaning of surfaces and vacuuming carpets can reduce the spores that settle.’
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Soothe it without scratching with this nifty little device. The Cosi Care Cooling Scratch Star is a medical-grade itch-relief roller. Keep it in the fridge, then roll the tiny bumps over the itchy area for cooling relief.
WEIGHTLIFTING HELPED EASE MY MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS
Michelle Geraghty-Corns** is from Leicester. I started powerlifting a year ago and have never looked back. When we enter menopause, our oestrogen levels begin to fall, which reduces bone density. When we do strength training, this helps to keep our bones strong, since the movement stimulates bone growth. Powerlifting can help to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures after menopause, since it supports the maintenance of bone mineral density.
Women going through menopause can experience accelerated muscle loss from hormonal changes, but what many don’t know is that you can combat this with powerlifting. It builds muscle mass and strength, which can enhance functional ability and balance, and reduce the risk of falls. It can also improve heart health by lowering blood pres
