Beware flammable skincare, too many sprouts and overindulging in cheese this Christmas, say health experts

Some foods can interact negatively with certain medication while medical moisturisers can make clothes more flammable

Christmas might be a season of comfort and joy but health experts have warned of lurking dangers, ranging from the fire risk posed by skin creams to the possibility of festive foods interacting with certain medications.

People using medical moisturisers known as emollient creams, often used for eczema and other dry skin conditions, should stay away from heat sources including candles and open flames because such creams can soak into fabrics and make them more flammable, according to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).