Laughter is one of the body's mechanisms for dealing with stress. Is a sense of humour innate or can laughter be learned?
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A small tear in the corners of the mouth can make yawning or laughing a painful affair. Where does the tear come from and what can be done to prevent it?

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Regular coffee drinkers are said to have an increased risk of heart failure. However, there are now analyses that contradict this.

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One in six people suffer from tension headaches almost every day, which are caused by too much stress and anger.
Daily stress puts a strain on physical, mental and emotional health. The tension built up in the muscles means that the heart has to work harder to keep the blood circulation going. Stress causes people to unconsciously tense the muscles in their shoulders, back and neck, which disrupts the flow of blood to the brain.

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A pulled calf muscle often occurs as a result of sport or other physical exertion. The calf muscle is pulled when it is stretched forcefully and suddenly beyond its limits. This results in a tear in the muscle tissue.

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Alcohol kills brain cells, is a common opinion. The fact is, however, that alcohol does not destroy brain cells and can even improve cognitive brain functions when consumed in moderation.

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Whilst the majority of people need to watch their body weight to avoid obesity, those who are underweight and trying to get to a normal weight are often forgotten. Being underweight can be just as dangerous to health as being overweight and should be treated, especially in teenagers and children.

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