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.
Your brain’s biological age can predict how long you’ll live, study finds
A new blood test could reveal how fast your organs are ageing – and what that means for your health
Are negative-calorie foods real?
Often touted as having zero, or even 'negative-calories', celery does indeed contain calories so it isn't a magical weight-loss food.
The 5 biggest women's health myths that need to end
The healthcare system wasn’t built for women. Here’s why that needs to change
How much does the average human body cost?
How much would it cost to make you from scratch? Spoiler: not much
Why do we feel emotions in different parts of our bodies?
Where in your body do you feel anger or pride?
The anti-ageing diet: 6 science-backed changes to protect your skin, body and brain from getting older
New research is revealing the links between what you eat and how you age… And the foods that might help you slow the ageing process down.
Are receipts really covered in chemicals?
Should you be concerned by 'forever chemicals' on your shopping receipts?
The great multivitamin myth: Why the pills could be harming your immune system
There are plenty of companies claiming their vitamins can boost your immune system, but do you actually need them?
What are the best and worst foods to eat on Ozempic?
Semaglutide drugs like Ozempic work by mimicking a fullness hormone, but what you eat can help or hinder its effects
Can you avoid getting 'Ozempic face'?
What you can do to soften the visible effects of rapid change
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.
How to cool down quickly: 4 surprising, science-backed ways to cope with a heatwave
Top tip: focus on cooling your hands, not face.
The simple life changes that can prevent your cognitive decline
More of us are living longer, but our brains don’t always show the same resilience as our bodies. Could science extend our neurological health to keep pace with physical longevity?
Here's what supplements you really shouldn't take together
While some pills are designed to improve your health, some taken together can cause more harm than good.
Should I give myself a coffee enema?
Here's the bottom line on those TikTok coffee enema trends
Feeling just 'meh' about life? It could be anhedonia – here's how to reverse it
When everything feels... well, 'meh', there's complex chemistry at play in your brain
7 small changes that will significantly cut your risk of heart disease
New studies have shown that several small lifestyle changes can drastically improve your heart health
Here's the one supplement consistently shown to better your brain and body
Every supplement claims to offer benefits for your body. But tests suggest creatine actually does. It might also have benefits for your brain, too
Can tumours grow their own organs?
We apologise if you're eating
Can baldness be cured? Scientists may have discovered how to unlock hair regrowth
A new study could reveal the secret to hair regrowth – offering hope for millions affected by baldness
What's the world's oldest cheese?
The oldest cheese samples that survive today were found in the necks of Bronze Age mummies in China
Can we communicate in dreams?
New research claims it's possible to get people's brains to communicate to one another in dreams
The hidden rules of appetite that are ruining your weight loss plans
Obesity is on the rise, but as we blame our unhealthy food-ridden environment and look to wonder drugs to get rid of unwanted fat, what role do our genetics play?
4 simple ways to overcome imposter syndrome, explained by psychologists
Ever feel like you’re an impostor? You’re not alone. Even the world’s most brilliant minds suffer from the fear of being ‘found out’.