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Using hypertonic saline nasal drops can reduce the length of the common cold in children by two days, according to a new study. They can also reduce the onward transmission of colds to family members Using hypertonic saline nasal drops can reduce the length of the common cold in children by two days, according to a study that will be presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna, Austria. They can also reduce the onward transmission of colds to family members. The results of the ELVIS-Kids randomised controlled trial were presented by Professor Steve Cunningham from Child Life...

The start of a new year often comes with mixed feelings. There is a sense of hope and motivation, but also a quiet pressure to change everything at once. New routines, new goals, new versions of ourselves. For many people, New Year’s resolutions feel like a fresh opportunity. At the same time, they can set expectations that are hard to keep once everyday life takes over. Rather than focusing on dramatic changes, more people are beginning to rethink what progress really looks like. Small, consistent health habits often feel more achievable than ambitious resolutions, especially when work, family and daily...

Many people notice that digestion can feel different when routines change. Meals may become heavier, eating times less regular, and fibre intake less consistent than usual. When this happens, bloating, gas or general digestive discomfort may become more noticeable, even in people who usually tolerate fibre well. It is often these small shifts, rather than one single food or meal, that make digestion feel unsettled. How fibre intake changes when routines change When daily routines are disrupted, fibre intake is often one of the first things to change. Meals may become heavier and portions larger, while fibre-rich foods appear less often...

The party season is meant to be enjoyed, but it often brings a familiar pattern of richer foods, fuller glasses, and late nights that blur into one another. Even for those who try to keep some balance, it can be hard to get through this time of year without feeling a little off. While the visible effects may show up on our skin, energy levels, or waistline, much of the real work happens quietly behind the scenes. The liver plays a central role in processing alcohol, breaking down fats, and helping the body cope when routines are disrupted. During periods of...