Chronic (long–term) swimmer’s ear can be caused by a bacterial infection, a skin condition (eczema or seborrhea), fungus (Aspergillosis), chronic irritation (such as from the use of hearing aids, insertion of cotton swabs, etc), allergy, chronic drainage from middle ear ... read more

Researchers have found a potential link between certain allergies and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

IBS is a disorder of the large bowel (colon) and is characterised by abdominal pain, bloating and irregular bowel habits, including alternating diarrhoea and constipation. It ... read more

While wheat and dairy are repeat offenders, current research shows that it is the least likely food to cause migraines, eczema and bloating.

Spokesman for food intolerance testing firm yorktest.com, Les Rowley says: “With the amount of potatoes we eat ... read more

Do you know your skin type? Sometimes is can be difficult to figure out, especially if the condition isn’t extreme. However, even slightly dry skin, or slightly oily skin, can be adversely affected by using the wrong skin care products ... read more

Mothers who fear their babies suffer from food allergies are largely wrong, research has found.

More than 800 babies were monitored for three years, and more than a third of their parents, mainly mothers, said their child had a food ... read more