How the body works
All of us have one, but the corpus humanum is much more than just a fleshy vessel for our brains. The human body as we know it today is the result of millions of years of evolution and is composed of trillions of cells each working to keep our biological systems ticking along. Whether they're regulating our body temperature or maintaining the correct oxygen levels in our bloodstreams, the organs that make up our bodies are undoubtedly essential in helping them work.
Why you feel awful when the clocks go back (and how to fix it)
The end of British Summer Time can be a wake-up call for our circadian health
Eating less protein could help you live longer. Here's how
From fasting to low-protein diets, the evolving science of dietary restriction might just offer the key to slowing ageing
Landmark ‘ageing atlas’ reveals how your organs change over a lifetime
Scientists are building the clearest picture yet of how we age – right now to your cells and DNA
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Certain snacks are more likely to cause winter weight gain, study suggests
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Tiny birds can cross continents, but where do they find the energy?
8 science-backed secrets to a more restful night's sleep
The secret to sleeping longer isn’t spending more time in bed, it’s falling asleep faster.
These simple, surprising changes can pain-proof your back, say doctors
Back-pain is on the rise thanks to more sedentary lifestyles. So what is the best way to fight back?
Why it's time to change your relationship with alcohol (and how to do it)
More of us are thinking 'I should probably drink less.' But what is booze really doing to our bodies? Is abstinence as worthwhile as people say? And what's the best way to change, if not end, our relationship with alcohol?
There's a 'critical' design flaw in women's running shoes, warn scientists
The shoes’ design might be getting in the way of the comfort and performance of female runners
What do clubbed fingers mean?
Clubbed fingertips might be nothing to worry about, or they could be a warning sign of a serious disease
Here's the skincare advice collagen experts wish more people knew
A victim of advertising embarks on a journey to understand the true benefits of products that promise to boost her collagen
Why does my eyelid randomly twitch?
Your twitchy eyelid might be irritating, but it's probably nothing to worry about. Here's why
The surprising ways Parkinson’s can now be spotted years early
A wave of new breakthrough tech could detect the disease years – even decades – before major symptoms strike
This overlooked habit might be your best stress relief tool
Psychologists want us to carve out more alone time, to give our brains a chance to relax and recharge
6 science-backed ways to protect and improve your memory
Forgetfulness doesn't have to be an inevitable part of life
Should we be getting banana facials?
While TikTok influencers extol its virtues, this is what the experts think of the banana facial
In an average lifetime, how long do we spend blinking?
Mundane actions, like sitting on the toilet, really add up over the course of an entire lifetime
Groundbreaking video captures hidden moment of human fertility
Observing the crucial step in human development could help improve fertility
Taking common vitamin D supplement may actually lower your levels of vitamin D3
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Why do more perimenopausal women get diagnosed with ADHD?
More perimenopausal women are getting diagnosed with ADHD than ever before
6 simple science-backed ways to boost your attention span
Primed for constant interruptions, your brain is now distracting itself, says science. It’s time to break the cycle and retrain your focus
How to beat the afternoon slump (without a nap)
Recent research is revealing what's causing your post-lunch lethargy and how to get your brain back into gear
How to become a morning person, according to science
If you’re a night owl, you probably have a hard time waking in the morning. Here's how you can tinker with your body clock to make it easier to rise with the larks.
Why do people’s exercise needs vary so much?
Understanding your own needs is the key to effective exercise.