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The 7 most expensive substances ever found on planet Earth
Silver, gold, platinum… palladium? Pah! When it comes to the really precious materials, you’d be surprised by what fetches the highest prices
How to crack the subtle body language of liars
Online influencers claim subtle, non-verbal cues expose when a person is lying. But how much do gestures, eye contact and arm positioning really reveal?
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
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.
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
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
The 17 worst ideas of the 21st century (so far)
Sorry, Google Glass
The weight-loss pill everyone wants is finally here
Experts say weight-loss drugs in pill form may become much more widely available – for better and for worse
6 surprising tricks that make you (nearly) unbeatable at board games
The gloves are off and the battle lines drawn. Arm yourself with these maths- and psychology-backed tricks to win six iconic games and triumph over your friends and foes
The world's biggest 'doomsday vault' has now been opened. Here's what's inside
Scientists are racing to protect the world’s seeds from natural disasters and war. But what happens when those disasters come early?
Seed oils vs butter: Here's what’s actually healthier, according to doctors
With droves of wellness warriors choosing butter over seed oils, scientists weigh in on their favourite fats
We’re about to solve the biggest mystery in the Solar System
Our Sun’s outer atmosphere, the corona, is millions of degrees hotter than it should be, and no one knows why
Here's what actually causes high blood pressure (and how to cut it)
The surprising new research behind what actually causes high blood pressure – and the best ways to keep yours in check
We finally know what foods actually raise your cholesterol – and which ones lower it
What really causes your blood fats to skyrocket? Groundbreaking discoveries have delivered surprising new answers
The subtle signs you're a chronic people pleaser (and how to take back control)
Are you a doormat, or just a nice person, if you constantly make sacrifices for other people?
Ozempic made rapid weight loss easier. But here’s when keeping body fat is healthier, according to doctors
We tend to see weight loss as aspirational, but having a bit of extra fat isn’t always bad for us
How to finally silence your inner critic, according to psychologists
The criticism coming from your inner voice isn’t always the most constructive. But psychologists are working on ways to help your negative self-talk.
Why we keep getting the cause of dyslexia wrong
Everything from genetics to the way our brains process sounds can pose challenges as we learn to read
Here's the only science-backed way to lose belly fat
There’s a lot of advice about exactly what you should do to shift that spare tyre around your waist. Does any of it add up?
I learned how to control my dreams to better my mental health. Here’s how
These dreaming techniques could help conquer nightmares, improve mental health and fine-tune athletic performance
Why fasting is a surefire way to lose weight (and keep it off)
Why restricting the hours you're allowed to eat could actually supercharge fat loss
Why giving up alcohol may be the key to slowing down ageing
Giving up alcohol could add years to your life by slowing down your biological clock
8 simple, science-backed ways to instantly boost your motivation
Why are some of us procrastinators while others are dynamic, go-getters? It's down to our brains and by understanding the science behind motivation, you may find you can achieve more.
