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6 tips to help “dementia-proof” your brain

Most research estimates that while fewer than 1% of Alzheimer's diagnoses are inherited, up to 60% of people diagnosed have 'genetic risk' factors that can mean they are more likely to develop the condition than people who don't. Observational research suggests that the remaining 40% of diagnoses can be linked to 12 "modifiable risk factors" … Continue reading 6 tips to help “dementia-proof” your brain

Why sober shaming sucks & what to drink so you don’t give in

Despite the recent popularity of events like Go Sober for October and Dry January, the UK's relationship with alcohol remains questionable at best. We're frequently rated as one of the worst culprits in Europe when it comes to binge drinking and alcoholism. So, I shouldn't really be surprised to learn that 64% of UK men … Continue reading Why sober shaming sucks & what to drink so you don’t give in

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Dangerous drinking chart rates Germany, France and UK as Europe’s worst

A new analysis of data around Europe's drinking habits has found that the UK isn't actually the worst country in Europe when it comes to charting dangerous relationships with alcohol - although we do still make the 'top' three. The report, by private rehab clinic Delamere, rated each European country out of 70, to try and … Continue reading Dangerous drinking chart rates Germany, France and UK as Europe’s worst