Articles by Vanessa Doctor

Swallowing toothpaste not safe for kids, but 40 percent make this toothbrushing mistake

Despite warnings on the inadvertent consumption of too much fluoride, many kids are still using more toothpaste than they should every time they brush.

Feb 7, 2019

A man lifts weight as part of his training during a six-week programme in an exercise room at the Bodyworks weight loss campus in Beijing August 26, 2011. Participants at the Bodyworks weight loss campus come from across China, paying 30,000 yuan ($4,696)

Celebrity-endorsed weight loss product ads should be banned, top UK doctor says

Social media influencers earn thousands and even millions of dollars for simply posting ads for brands and, unfortunately, most do not bother to vet their quality.

Feb 3, 2019

These food substitutes you've been eating are not as healthy as you think

Here are some of the common food substitutes that many mistake to be the healthier option.

Feb 3, 2019

Sugary drink makers can't be forced to place warning labels, US court says

Circuit Court of Appeals decided unanimously that this law infringes on commercial speech and should be blocked with immediate effect.

Feb 2, 2019

Vegan diet benefits: Can it really help with weight loss?

While the sweepstakes does not force people to go full-on vegan, the effort opens up further discussion on its benefits.

Feb 2, 2019

Worst health myths and misconceptions that should be debunked

Here are some of the worst health myths that are alive even to this day and should be debunked immediately.

Feb 1, 2019

Man exhales e-cigarette vapour in park in Kiev

Is your teen a vape addict? Blame The FDA, says American Lung Association

Plenty of studies have shown the e-cigarette users are no better than those who use regular cigarettes.

Feb 1, 2019

You should blame your genes for being an early bird or night owl

One of the significant observations that the study made was that morning people tend to wake up 25 minutes earlier than night people.

Feb 1, 2019

Higher level of FT4 exhibit more risk of heart disease in older adults

Here are 10 fatal diseases that can kill you in less than 24 hours

The fact that many of these also still do not have a cure makes the situation worse.

Jan 26, 2019

China uncovers massive illegal vaccine ring

'Vaccine Hesitancy' in WHO's top 10 health threats for 2019 with Ebola, HIV

WHO defines vaccine hesitancy as a refusal or a delay in the acceptance of vaccinations despite their easy availability.

Jan 25, 2019

Alzheimer's can be predicted 16 years earlier through blood testing, study shows

Scientists found that early signs can be detected by observing changes in the protein content in one's blood.

Jan 25, 2019