HEALTH NOTES

LIVER CANCER DEATHS ARE UP DUE TO BOOZY LIFESTYLES

LIVER cancer deaths have hit record levels due to obesity and boozy lifestyles, experts warn. The toll has risen by half across the UK over the past 10 years.

The number diagnosed is up 60% in the same decade. Around half of cases are preventable, and almost a quarter linked to weight.

The disease killed 5,700 people in 2017 – the highest ever annual toll, up from 3,200 in 2007 according to figures from Cancer Research UK. It will rise to 11,000 a year by 2035 said Pamela Healy of the British Liver Trust. Pamela added: “The main reason is the rise in people drinking alcohol to excess and the growth in obesity.”

KEEP WELL WITH NEW TABLETS THAT DEAL WITH DAIRY PROBLEMS

ANYONE who is mildly intolerant to dairy (so not a full-blown allergy) might want to check out Wellzyme Digestive Enzymes Advance Formula (£22.95 for 60 capsules, Boots). A blend of 15 key enzymes, it includes the recommended daily level of lactase, which breaks down lactose and supports optimal digestion of milk products.

CALM IRRITATES SKIN WITH SOOTHING NEW PATCHES

AUSSIE brand MooGoo’s Irritable Skin Balm (£12.50, moogooskincare.co.uk) is winning a cult following on these shores thanks to its blend of sweet almond, olive oil and soothing aloe vera. Apply two small patches twice a day for big improvements.

CLEAN UP NATURE’S WAY AND HELP TO SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT

IF you’re trying to lighten your chemical load, cleaning products are an obvious target. Yope has created a range of natural cleaning products, low in nasties and high in natural or low-processed ingredients. They come in three fragrances – green tea, bamboo or lavender. From

£3.95 each.

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