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New York Times: Ancient remedy or modern myth?
Six amazing health benefits of ice baths
Telegraph: Cold water therapy has been linked to a range of health benefits.
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At 85 Diana Moran is reaping the rewards of practising what she preached.
Psychologist Lisa Strauss shares information on how watching TV affects your sleep
OPINION: Guidelines to help you enjoy good sleep and some TV in bed without overdoing it.
Exploring the buzz around macro tracking: Is it worth your time?
New York Times: Nutrition experts discuss potential health benefits and risks.
How to beat the big four diseases of ageing
Telegraph: How lifestyle choices can help prevent some major illnesses.
The seven health benefits of cold showers
Telegraph: With more evidence but potential risks, experts give tips on taking the plunge.
Cheeky diet soft drink getting you through the day? Here’s what that may mean for your health
Diet soft drinks are marketed as 'healthier' alternatives to full-sugar counterparts.
Mini-bursts of exercise can help you sleep longer, study suggests
A three-minute session can increase your sleep time by 30 minutes.
Contraception: The benefits and risks of being on the pill
Is an oral contraceptive the right choice for you?
Is a fibre supplement just as good as fibre from food?
New York Times: What fibre supplements can and can’t do for your health.
Mindfulness can be harmful – and can make mental health problems worse
OPINION: Proponents often ignore evidence that highlights meditation's adverse effects.
Why some people still have long Covid – and others never did at all
Telegraph: Although the pandemic is long over, for many people their illness continues.
For healthy ageing, light exercise or sleep beats being sedentary
Replacing the TV with light activity, or sleep for some people, can enable healthy ageing.
What is Teflon flu? It’s linked to a coating on some non-stick pans
These pans can release potentially harmful fumes if heated to high temperatures.
How to survive — and even thrive — on five hours’ sleep
Telegraph: Tips for better sleep hygiene and coping with high-stress lifestyles.
Boasting about how 'stressed' you are could be a sign of deeper issues
Telegraph: The need to broadcast how busy you are can be a sign of deeper problems.
Why testosterone is a wonder drug for men and women over 50
Telegraph: Testosterone can be the key to a healthy lifestyle, and not only for men.
Everything you need to know about migraines
Migraines are one of the most debilitating common neurological conditions.
Is your diet causing too much muscle loss?
An expert points out the signs you're losing hard-earned muscle - and what to do about it.
What my daughter said to make me give up wine for good
Annabel Jones found some unforeseen benefits in her relationships after ditching alcohol.
The early signs of Parkinson’s – and how fast it can progress
Telegraph: White House denies Biden has Parkinson’s. What are the signs of the disease?
Should I see a GP or a gynaecologist?
Sexual health can be a tricky topic to bring up - which is why we called in the experts.
How can I keep my energy up as I age?
Feeling constantly exhausted is not normal, regardless of your age.
The everyday foods that keep you up at night
Telegraph: Ready meals and fizzy drinks could be the reason you’re struggling.
What happens when you eat a 1960s diet for a week?
Spam, cake, roast beef and lard - that's apparently how we stayed in shape 60 years ago.
Three simple ways to test your fitness
New York Times: Try these tests to evaluate your strength and cardiovascular fitness.
Focus: Heart drug funding plea
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Cancer deaths are down, so why does cancer scare us so much?
Cancerphobia is as strong as ever, experts say, even as mortality falls.
Seven ways gardening can help stave off dementia
Gardening can enhance brain function and prolong cognitive health,