Keep The Doctor Away Newsletter - December 2006
Diet and FitnessSex and RelationshipsAlternative HealthMen's HealthWomen's Health

Superfoods & fitness tips

This month we bring you an informative introduction to acai berries - a 'super' superfood with double the anti-oxidants of blueberries - proven to help lower cholesterol and combat aging, as well as protect your heart. We also have expert fitness tips from personal trainer Mel Poulson, plus advice on how to lose stubborn stomach fat.

And, for a yuletide chuckle be sure to check out the latest entries to our Bad Hair Day competition, or share your thoughts on our Message Forums.

Merry Christmas and see you 2007!

The KeeptheDoctorAway Team


Health Features

Superfoods: Acai Berries: From lowering cholesterol to helping your heart, providing an energy boost to keeping you looking young, find out how acai berries can boost your health.

Fitness Q&A: Personal trainer Mel Poulson answers your diet and fitness questions with advice on exercises to boost lung health after years of smoking and what to look for when joining a gym!

Get Rid of Stomach Fat: Excess stomach fat can be a major cause for concern to both men and women when attempting to lose weight. Follow our tips on how to fight the flab.

Indigestion: The Biggest Enemy: Overindulging on rich foods and drinking an abundance of alcohol can cause indigestion in those with even the strongest of constitutions. Rachael Hannan looks at ways we can all prevent indigestion over the Christmas period.

Male Contraception: Are We Getting Closer? The latest research suggests we are slowly getting closer to a male contraception, but how affective will it really be and are women able to trust men when it comes to family planning?

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Interact

Message Forums

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Guest writes; 'What type of body do men really prefer, curvy or slim?...' See what men really think and have your say, Click Here

Sophie writes...'I've recently been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome. Can anyone pass on any advice on what foods I should eat and what foods I should definitely avoid? ' Offer your advice

Barney writes...'How much alcohol is 'too much?' Read what other members suggest and leave your thoughts, Click Here


Your Bad Hair Days

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Health News

What health stories caught our eye this month...

Moderate Drinking May Boost Memory: Researchers in America have found that moderate amounts of alcohol may actually aid memory! More

Red Meat Linked to Breast Cancers: Eating large amounts of red meat may have an impact on the development of a particular kind of breast cancer, according to new research from Harvard Medical School. More

Eating Disorders Blamed on Erratic Lifestyles: The growing prominence of eating disorders in the UK has been blamed on our increasingly erratic lifestyles. More

Scientists Locate the Healthiest Red Wines: Red wines from Sardinia and the south-west of France are reportedly better than any others when it comes to protecting your health. More

Pregnant Smokers 'Predetermine Habits of Kids': Women who smoke during pregnancy run the risk of 'programming' their children to be smokers later in life, research shows. More

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