Hayley Bennett
Hayley is a science writer and (sustainably sourced) fish finger sandwich fan, based in Bristol, UK.
Recent articles by Hayley Bennett
‘We’re standing at a threshold’: A mind-blowing new discovery could unlock scar-free healing
Healing a wound without leaving a scar is something we could all do while in the womb. But unlocking this ability after birth has proven impossible. Until now…
The truth about collagen and younger looking skin, according to experts
A victim of advertising embarks on a journey to understand the true benefits of products that promise to boost her collagen
The subtle signs of ADHD that most people miss, according to doctors
There are a variety of physical maladies that often accompany the condition – from hypermobility to heart disease
Can plants count?
Plants can't count exactly like humans do, but scientists agree that they're capable of some very clever things
Are there any other Stonehenges?
Stonehenge is one of many ancient stone circles dotted around the world, in Japan, Australia and even the US
How does coffee change your gut?
Coffee does more than wake you up in the morning
Should I be worried about my teenager's moods?
Teens that rated themselves as aggressive were more likely to have a higher 'biological age' at 30
This the single easiest and most effective exercise for weight loss, say doctors
It turns out this low-effort exercise is underrated for cutting fat – and for your overall health
Who is more confident – men or women?
You may have heard that men are more confident than women, but the truth is a little more complicated than that
How the new generation of GLP-1s will change weight loss forever
Pharma companies are racing forward with their even more revolutionary successors
One country seems immune to global warming. And nobody knows why
Welcome to the warming hole, a part of the world that bucking the Earth's temperature trends
A study of 500,000 Americans just revealed a surprising truth about working from home
There are undeniable benefits to not having to commute to the office five days a week. There might also be unexpected costs too
'We have no freaking clue' what weight-loss drugs are doing to your brain, warns Cambridge professor
We know the effects on our bodies. But what about our minds? From depression to addiction and mood, GLP-1s could have neurological impacts
Why are more older people dying after falls?
Some medications might make older adults more likely to fall, doctors warn – and they're being more widely prescribed
What's the longest you can hold your breath for?
Don't try this at home
What decades of research actually reveal about statins and cholesterol, according to leading experts
Statin use is already widespread and is increasing every year. But are the drugs right for everyone?
Is tongue rolling actually genetic?
Keep rollin’, rollin’, rollin’, rollin’
Is my moisturiser making me bald?
A rare hair loss condition is on the rise. Could everyday skincare be part of the problem?
Why protecting your vagus nerve is key to optimal mental health
It's the body’s information superhighway that tells your organs how to rest
The groundbreaking new research revealing what drives loneliness – and what actually helps
Human disconnection has turned out to be far more complex – and far more treatable – than anyone expected
What's the best way to stop being carsick?
There are many different advisories on how to stop travel sickness but one method might actually work
Can we actually reverse ageing
Wrinkle creams only promise to turn back the clock – a pea-sized jellyfish actually does it
The hidden sleep condition that’s probably behind your tiredness
A billion of us are regularly gasping for breath at night… and, despite how noisy that can be, most of us don’t even realise
Does sleeping on your side give you wrinkles?
Your face has fault lines – and every night you spend lying on them, you're making them worse
