Wellbeing
Japanese people still aren’t having sex. And nobody knows why
Around 1 in 10 Japanese people reach their 30s without ever having had sex
A new one-time treatment could wipe out high cholesterol forever
A one-off therapy could be our greatest weapon in the fight against heart disease
How to find your life’s purpose: The biggest lessons from the world’s top experts
Science has shown that having a raison d’être is good for us
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Flexibility helps you live longer and age well. Here's how to boost yours in minutes
It’s one of the tenets of physical fitness, so why is flexibility overlooked by researchers and the average person putting on their gym kit? Find out how being more flexible could change your life – and even extend it
Why getting fit over 40 matters (and how anyone can do it)
You can get fit from scratch and reap the benefits of good health at any age. You just need to show your body a little sympathy
Scientists could soon reverse daylight savings clock changes. Here’s why
Most of us look forward to the extra hour we get in bed every October, but researchers argue that changing the clocks twice a year harms our health.
Scientists are now closer than ever to scarless healing
Healing a wound without leaving a scar is something we could all do while in the womb. But unlocking this ability after birth has proven impossible. Until now…
Why you feel awful when the clocks go back (and how to fix it)
The end of British Summer Time can be a wake-up call for our circadian health
8 science-backed secrets to a more restful night's sleep
The secret to sleeping longer isn’t spending more time in bed, it’s falling asleep faster.
These simple, surprising changes can pain-proof your back, say doctors
Back-pain is on the rise thanks to more sedentary lifestyles. So what is the best way to fight back?
Here’s how you could be a psychopath and never know it
Psychopathy isn’t rare, just widely misunderstood and overlooked – even by those who have it
I swapped booze for a drink that tricks your brain into feeling tipsy. Here's what happened
This functional drink claims to calm the brain without the hangover, addictive qualities or calories of alcohol
Your brain runs on autopilot most of the time. Here’s how to take back control
A new study has found that habits rule our daily lives, and yet they may be the key to achieving our goals
This overlooked habit might be your best stress relief tool
Psychologists want us to carve out more alone time, to give our brains a chance to relax and recharge
6 science-backed ways to protect and improve your memory
Forgetfulness doesn't have to be an inevitable part of life
Should we be getting banana facials?
While TikTok influencers extol its virtues, this is what the experts think of the banana facial
What an optimal cortisol rhythm feels like – and how to make it your norm
Influencers are demonising a hormone that actually plays a star role in regulating your body
Why do more perimenopausal women get diagnosed with ADHD?
More perimenopausal women are getting diagnosed with ADHD than ever before
How to beat the afternoon slump (without a nap)
Recent research is revealing what's causing your post-lunch lethargy and how to get your brain back into gear
How should you talk to someone who has just lost a loved one?
When a loved one is processing grief, don't assume you know how they feel
How to cut your dementia risk: 7 key lessons from the world’s most important studies
The latest research is revealing clues about how you might be able to lower your chances of getting dementia. Here’s what the science says about keeping your mind sharp.
How can I beat compassion fatigue?
If emotional exhaustion is dragging you down, here's what you can do about it
How much will exercise control my blood pressure?
How much exercise do you need to do to help control your blood pressure? A doctor explains the best exercises you can do
What's the best position to sleep in?
A doctor explains what the "best" position to sleep in is. It all depends on your situation