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.
Here’s how working a four-day work week could transform your body
A shorter work week could be a powerful tool for improving wellbeing – without sacrificing productivity. But is it enough to tackle burnout?
This simple tool could let you find out your heart’s real age
It's likely to reveal a surprising truth about your ticker
This simple walking hack could make you live longer, study finds
Best get a move on then
Celeb hair loss treatments won't work. Here's what will
From microneedles to minoxidil, here's what could actually cure your baldness
After decades of guesswork, science might have found a real hangover hack
It may not seem as appealing as eggs and bacon for breakfast, but science says you might be able to run off your hangover
Here's the most effective, proven way to shape your microbiome for slower ageing
New research suggests that our microbiomes can even help us resist the effects of ageing, if we treat them right
This cat-borne parasite could be causing you to make bad decisions. Here's how
The parasite hijacks our brain chemistry and can lead to both rage and risk-taking
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
Four-day work week could boost your health and help the environment
Reducing your working hours could improve your quality of life and even bring environmental benefits
Your brain might be wired for extremism. Here's what you can do about it
Scientists are uncovering why some of us are more vulnerable to extreme ideologies than others
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
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
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
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?
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
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