Health

Human life expectancy has increased drastically in the past century and this is largely in part to a variety of health discoveries that have helped us to live longer and happier lives. Health and well-being are at the forefront of scientific research and there are many organisations that strive to help people live a healthier lifestyle.

6 ‘healthy’ foods you may not realise are ultra-processed

A nutrition scientist explains the health effects of some commonly misunderstood products.
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Is there any science to low-dopamine mornings?

Why setting rules about your phone use in the morning can help you concentrate on your work
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The next generation of drugs could be made in space. Here’s why

A California start-up recently recovered a batch of drugs manufactured by an automated satellite, but what are the benefits and challenges of making pharmaceuticals in orbit?
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Anti-ageing neuro-tech: The bold new devices built to keep your brain young

Sending shocks to the nervous system has a variety of health benefits. But is it a safe thing to do?
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Smoking actually increases hidden belly fat, suggests new study

Even if there is no obvious fat, it turns out lifelong smoking could increase an unhealthy fat deep within your abdomen.
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Time-restricted eating linked to 91 per cent higher risk of cardiovascular death

Perhaps it's time to stop skipping breakfast. 
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Why you’re not actually addicted to your phone

Not all social media is unhealthy – here's how to rethink your relationship to it.
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New ‘exercise pill’ could replace your need to workout

Scientists are developing a pill that mimics the physical benefits of a gym session, without the sweat.
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COVID-19 more likely originated from a lab than animals, bold new study claims

Some scientists are trying to get closer to the truth about how the COVID pandemic started – but others question whether that’s possible.
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Why is socialising so tiring?

Socialising sometimes feels like hard work – here are simple ways to overcome it.
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The hidden crisis in women’s bone health – and how to protect yours

There are now three osteoporosis fractures a second worldwide.
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COVID, 4 years on: 9 most surprising lessons from the pandemic

It’s been exactly four years since the official declaration of the COVID pandemic. What do we know now that we didn’t before?
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Scientists grow mini organs from unborn babies in personalised medicine breakthrough

A new technique for diagnosing pre-natal babies could open up the 'black box' of human development.
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Keeping your eyes open can help you fall asleep faster. Here’s why

‘Paradoxical intention’ could finally help you overcome insomnia.
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The end of sex? How human reproduction could soon change forever

New technologies could reimagine baby-making as we know it. But will they actually replace tried-and-tested (and enjoyable) methods?
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Prostate cancer is not just one disease, reveals new study

Prostate cancer affects one in eight men. Now, AI has helped scientists make a discovery that could revolutionise future treatment.
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Here’s what we’re getting wrong about prostate cancer

Does screening more men for prostate cancer actually save lives?
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Scientists find best diet to stop loud snoring

New research suggests Homer’s snores might be less thunderous if he swapped his doughnuts for a handful of nuts.
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