Healthy, older and wise
All is not well in the beauty business. Beauticians and cosmetic surgeons mess about with the bacterium that causes botulism in order to reduce clients’ wrinkles and give them that much sought-after... more>
Most of us believe that, as we get older, we’re going to suffer increasing disability and illness, and medicine convinces us that it’s just a natural part of ageing. To deal with the symptoms of decli... more>
* Vitamin E is an antioxidant that enhances immune function, and protects against cancer, heart disease, diabetic retinopathy and kidney disease. Very high doses (1800 IU/day) may reverse diabetic ret... more>
When prescribing for the elderly, ‘start low and go slow’ is the golden rule. Starting with a third to half the recommended dosage may help eliminate potential ill effects (Geriatrics, 1996; 51: 26-30... more>
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