How the body works

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.

Having only boys or girls sometimes runs in the family. Here's why

There's more that goes into what sex a child will be than just chance
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I was sceptical of self-hypnosis – until it started working…

Forget the swinging pocket watches, scientists are now praising hypnotherapy as a powerful tool to fight mental and physical pain
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New study reveals the country with the slowest ageing rates… and the fastest

Where you live can make you age faster, depending on the of environmental, social and political risks around you
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New zombie-cell-killing drugs could end your back pain for good

The future of back pain could look very different, with treatments that target its root cause
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Low iron is common, but fixable. Here’s how to boost your levels naturally

Iron can be easily found in a multitude of food sources to suit all diets. So why are so many of us deficient in the micronutrient?
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How can I look after my knees as I get older

Here's how to improve the strength of your knees, to reduce stiffness, aches and pains as you get older
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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
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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.
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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
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How much does the average human body cost?

How much would it cost to make you from scratch? Spoiler: not much
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Why do we feel emotions in different parts of our bodies?

Where in your body do you feel anger or pride?
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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.
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Are receipts really covered in chemicals?

Should you be concerned by 'forever chemicals' on your shopping receipts?
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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?
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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
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Can you avoid getting 'Ozempic face'?

What you can do to soften the visible effects of rapid change
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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.
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How to cool down quickly: 4 surprising, science-backed ways to cope with a heatwave

Top tip: focus on cooling your hands, not face.
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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?
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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.
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Should I give myself a coffee enema?

Here's the bottom line on those TikTok coffee enema trends
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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
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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
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Here's the one supplement consistently shown to better your brain and body

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