Your gut is your body’s equipment for processing food, but it does a more far reaching job than just that. Within it is your microbiome – 1-2kg of microbes, including…
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The benefits of tea: how a cup can work wonders on your wellbeing
Lots of us sip a soothing cuppa to make us feel better, but the benefits of a brew could be more far-reaching for our health in general. Research suggests it…
How to combat air pollution inside your home to make it a healthier place to be
It’s not just pollution outside that we need to be aware of. Research shows that indoor air pollution may be just as dangerous – a problem, given that many of…
Little-known cancer symptoms that you shouldn’t ignore
Identifying potential signs of cancer early is key to successful treatment and recovery. Here are some potential cancer symptoms to watch for… Little known cancer symptoms to look out for…
Is it possible to boost your immune system? We explore the best ways to stay healthy
Give your immune system a chance to fight back with simple changes to your diet and lifestyle.
Do you really need to take supplements? Natural sources of vital vitamins and minerals
Iron What it does Makes red blood cells (haemoglobin), which ferry oxygen around your body and give you energy. Do I need it? ‘One in four UK women has low…
Figure out the cause of your headache – and discover how best to deal with it
If you can figure out what’s causing your headache, you can better figure out how to fix it. See how to deal with your headaches, with our guide below.. If…
Why walking might actually be the best workout for your health
Try it this weekend...
8 exercises that can help to ease these common health issues
Running for depression Why: Any aerobic exercise (which raises your heartrate and breathing) has numerous physical benefits but there are psychological ones too. ‘It stimulates neurotransmitters – the brain’s happy…
Varicose veins: how do you treat them – and can you stop them from developing?
They affect one in three but are often not treated on the NHS. Here’s what you need to know.
Headache types: What does your pain mean?
It’s probably a tension headache (the most common type of headache)… If you have A tight band of pain around the front or back of your head, which isn’t severe…
How to boost your mental resilience in the face of difficulties
Whether we’re suffering from stress, problem overload, or a short- or long-term mental health problem, it can feel like an uphill struggle just to get through the day. But resilience…
Are you drinking too much? We reveal the risks
Recent, lower recommendations for alcohol consumption have had a mixed reaction as alcohol in moderation does have some positive effects. It can relax, de-stress and make us more sociable, and…
The best ways to exercise at any age – from your 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond
Having good mobility, strong muscles and a healthy heart are not only important for our quality of life, they can also extend our overall life span. We know that exercise…
Why we all need to be alert for symptoms of breast cancer
Going to the gym has never been on my radar. In fact, the nearest I’ve ever got to exercising has been pushing my late son Nigel’s wheelchair. So never…
Why it’s vital for women of all ages to be breast aware
Mum and I live within about a mile of one another in South East London and she’s always been an amazing support to me. I’m a single working parent to…
12 things your brain wants you to say
1. I’ll walk, thanks Or run, dance, climb stairs – or just keep moving. Regular exercise stimulates your brain’s oxygen supply, nourishing nerve cells and dilating arteries, which can protect…
Could you have thyroid problems?
We don’t usually notice the butterfly-shaped thyroid gland at the front of our necks.But it’s the body’s pacemaker, producing thyroid hormone (thyroxine) to regulate the activity of every body cell-…
15 things your dentist wants you to do differently
We reveal 15 things your dentist would encourage you do take note of to improve your oral health. 1. Watch out for fruit teas They might appear healthy, but did…
Piles and incontinence plus 6 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore
Piles are common (up to a third of us have them), but pain and bleeding from the anus and rectum may even be early signs of cancer, so don’t ignore…