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.
Why do I have visual snow?
Do you see a world permanently overlaid with static?
This simple diet change could slow your biological age in just four weeks, study suggests
The answer could lie in the balance of what is on your plate
Even 'triple-washed' lettuce could be nowhere near as clean as you think, warn experts
As the US suffers a parasite outbreak linked to lettuce, experts share how to enjoy your summer salads safely
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This scientist wants you to stop flushing your toilet. Here's why
It’s time to bring ‘pee-cycling’ back
How to become a morning person: the simple, expert-backed tricks that actually work
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.
'Mental flexibility' is science's best predictor of lasting willpower. Here's how to improve yours
Psychologists are now finding that mental flexibility, not pushing through at all costs, is the real key to perseverance
The simple, unexpected ways to keep your energy from crashing after lunch, according to science
Research is revealing what's causing your post-lunch lethargy and how to get your brain back into gear
I tried a magnetic nasal strip to stop snoring. Here's what actually happened
Can a magnetic nasal strip open your airways and improve your breathing?
Why do more perimenopausal women get diagnosed with ADHD?
Some women spend decades masking
The simple, surprising habits that can slow your immune ageing by years
New research on the thymus and T cells is helping us understand how our immune system ages
5 surprising perimenopause signs most people miss, according to a doctor
One third of women aren't sure if they're in perimenopause or not
6 science-backed ways to protect and improve your memory
Forgetfulness doesn't have to be an inevitable part of life
‘A really substantive jump’: The most powerful weight-loss drug ever tested has arrived
A new weight-loss drug has arrived. And it’s far more powerful than anything that came before
Why do people’s exercise needs vary so much?
Understanding your own needs is the key to effective exercise
What your nails are trying to tell you about your health
A leading dermatologist explains what's normal – and what isn't
How to overcome the biggest barrier to weight loss
Research suggests your fat cells have a memory, hence any weight you lose always seems to find its way back to your body
The single cheapest (and most surprising) way to add years to your life, according to a major Harvard study
Experts have spent generations tracking exactly how powerful it really is
Will we ever know how many people died in 9/11?
Health conditions related to the terrorist attacks in New York City are only now making themselves known, more than two decades later
Social fitness is the biggest predictor of a happy life. Here’s how to improve yours
Enjoying the weather? Did you see the game? Small-talk and simple face-to-face interactions have a bigger effect on our wellbeing than you might think. So, do you fancy a cuppa?
10,000 steps, 8 hours sleep: Here's what science actually says about recommended health targets
The simple guidelines that could transform your health – and the ones you should ignore
Should I drink still or sparkling water?
The science behind whether you should order still or sparkling water
'It's where you're balding that counts': What your hairline can reveal about your health
A growing body of research suggests the view from the top of your head might provide a glimpse into future concerns
What's the most effective way to use a defibrillator?
A recent study suggests a new way to use a defibrillator that might double someone's chance of survival
The simple, science-backed way to tell if you’re drinking enough water
No, you don't necessarily have to drink eight glasses a day
