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Drinking in moderation could have some health benefits.

It is argued that the drinking small amounts of alcohol, such as red wine, can be beneficial in preventing the risk of diseases such as cancer, liver disease and osteoporosis. Alcohol can increase 'good' cholesterol and reduce 'bad' cholesterol in the blood, improving the blood lipid profile, and can also help lower blood pressure.

Good sleeping habits can improve your memory.

Whilst getting a good night's sleep your brain is actually busy establishing memories and skills acquired during the day, a process often known as 'consolidation'. Your mind as well as your body will thank you for getting an early night and sticking to a regular sleeping pattern.

 Running performance improves in the afternoon and evening.

If you are trying to get fit and morning jogs feel like a struggle, it may be because this is the time at which your bodily functions perform at their worst during the day. In the afternoon or evening, however, your body temperature peaks, meaning your muscles are more supple than in the earlier stages of the day. Lung function improves, and with that, running speed and performances do too.

Vitamin D aids weight loss.

Studies have demonstrated that the results of weight-loss are higher when vitamin D levels are increased. It has been shown that as part of a reduced-calorie diet, it can promote the acceleration of fat loss among people who originally have low levels of vitamin D. A lack of vitamin D has also been linked to a number of health problems including heart disease, obesity and diabetes, yet nearly 70% of the population suffer from a deficiency.

 An apple a day could help prevent obesity.

Can an apple a day really keep the doctor away? The substance found in apple peel, ursolic acid, may be able to help reduce the threat of obesity in humans. Ursolic acid has shown to develop brown fat and muscle tissues in mice, both of which are recognized for excellent calorie-burning properties.

 An apple a day could help prevent obesity.

Can an apple a day really keep the doctor away? The substance found in apple peel, ursolic acid, may be able to help reduce the threat of obesity in humans. Ursolic acid has shown to develop brown fat and muscle tissues in mice, both of which are recognized for excellent calorie-burning properties.

Smoking increases the risk of osteoporosis.

Among the endless harmful effects of smoking, one of the lesser-known facts is the link to osteoporosis. Various studies highlight the impairment of bones, muscles and joints from smoking, which inevitably puts smokers at a higher risk of osteoporosis. Another reason to stop and think before lighting up?