Eating oily fish rich in omega 3 can reduce the risk of developing age related macular degeneration, a leading cause of loss of vision in older people.

According to two US studies which monitored more than 11,000 people, by increasing levels of vitamin D found in oily fish and eggs as well as exposure to sunlight — the chances of developing the disease are reduced.

It’s spring! The flowers are blooming and many are yellow, the colour which research tells us makes us feel most optimistic and energetic.

A pot of daffodils will brighten your mood so put them on your desk or table. Research by Washington State University showed employees with blooms on their desks felt 10 percent less sleepy in one day.

If you’ve been drinking a lot of cozy hot chocolates in the winter months and now your jeans are too tight try making a cup of dandelion tea instead.

Spring is dandelion season so make the most of its cleansing properties which are great for flushing out your system leaving you feeling more alert. Wonderful for improving liver function too.