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.
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The end of food allergies is tantalisingly close. Here are the frontrunners for a cure

The number of severe immune reactions to food is reaching epidemic proportions, but a one-size-fits-all cure could be on the horizon.
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Diabetes can now be easily reversed. Here’s how

With the right steps, it’s possible to put type 2 diabetes into remission and restore healthy blood glucose levels
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Stressed out? You may have cortisol belly

Recent studies have found a strong link between rising stress levels and expanding waistlines… And modern life isn’t helping
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Air pollution’s link to dementia is getting stronger. Here’s how to reduce your risk

Recent studies are bolstering the idea that air pollution could increase your chances of developing dementia. But there are steps you can take to reduce your risk
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What Tourette’s really tells us about intrusive thoughts

The BAFTAs controversy has exposed a deep misunderstanding about what Tourette’s really is
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14 quick and simple ways to improve your teeth, according to dentists

The latest research shows our mouths are strongly tied to our overall health. Here are the top science-backed tips to help you brush up on your oral hygiene.
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What your pooping frequency says about your health

It turns out your toilet time can reveal a lot about your gut health, diet and more
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What your doctor won’t tell you about antidepressants

Stopping this medication can be hard, but researchers can’t agree on the risks
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The best way to come off weight-loss drugs without regaining fat

How to outsmart biology after the injections stop
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Here’s what your poop actually says about your health

Wait, don’t flush! By looking at the clues in your loo, experts think you can learn about your health
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Does the mimicking diet work?

Live a better, healthier life, and keep disease away with these diet tips
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The one exercise hack that could finally help fat loss stick

Put the weight on to get that extra weight off
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Birdwatching could help slow ageing, breakthrough study finds

It turns out being bird-brained could actually be the ultimate goal for your cognitive health
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Should I start visiting an infrared sauna? Is it safe?

It's a fad, but it might just be a fad with some major health benefits
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The 6 biggest questions about adult ADHD, answered by a neuroscientist

ADHD diagnosis has risen in recent years, particularly among adults. But we need to improve how we view and treat it.
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How to boost your metabolism: 5 surprising ways to speed up fat loss

Ready to welcome a leaner, healthier you? It's time for a metabolic makeover. With a few simple, research-backed changes, you can supercharge your body's calorie-burning.
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This cutting-edge exoskeleton got me up a mountain I had no chance of climbing alone

A little robot enhancement made country walking a breeze on my knees
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How much weight fluctuation is normal?

And how to do it right
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Why people living at higher altitudes are less prone to diabetes

Red blood cells soak up more sugar from the blood when deprived of oxygen
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This ancient bacterium could help solve the antibiotic resistance crisis – or worsen it

The discovery of 5,000-year-old bacteria – that was until recently trapped in ice – could help or hinder humanity’s battle against infection
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The simple ways you can change your personality, according to a cognitive neuroscientist

Want to become more confident, extroverted or assertive? Science shows that with a few simple changes, you can unlock your best self.
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How to spot dementia early and reduce your risk by half

New science is uncovering how Alzheimer’s could be detected decades before symptoms strike
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It’s time to change your relationship with dopamine

Going on a ‘dopamine detox’ probably isn’t going to boost your mood and focus.
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Why your brain won't shut up at night (and the simple way to shush it)

Trouble sleeping? A lot on your mind? Use this trick and sedate your synapses.
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