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The mystical and powerful plants of ancient medicine

Since the dawn of humanity, we have been finding ways to use the gifts of the earth to our advantage and for our survival. Whether through hunting animals, discovering fire, or foraging for plants and berries, our ancient ancestors subsisted off the land. Through luck, trial and error, and maybe a bit of intuition, ancient peoples discovered the wonderful and incredible healing powers of the plants, herbs, flowers, and trees that grow around the world. Ancient civilizations quickly began to put these plants to use in the pursuit of keeping themselves healthy, alive, and thriving. Intrigued? Read on to learn about some of the most important and useful plants of ancient medicine.

The Stress Cycle and how to complete it

We all experience stress. Modern life is stressful, and there's no way around that. We're constantly told to cut negativity out of our lives and practice 'self-care,' but some stress doesn't go away by reading Deepak Chopra and drinking a green smoothie. The only way to truly deal with stress is to understand the chemical cycle that begins when you experience anxiety and figure out how to complete it. Click through the following gallery to discover the truth about stress.

16 Breathable Shoes That Won’t Suffocate Your Feet

Set your feet free of sweat and smell.

Doctors are prescribing Ozempic for fertility as women in their 40s

Doctors have begun doling out Ozempic to women struggling to get pregnant, creating a baby boom. Doctors do not have conclusive evidence yet that it is a viable treatment for infertility.

Mum, 34, left with six months to live as cancer ravages body

Sophie Louise Wright, 34, from Torquay, Devon put her debilitating symptoms down to polyps. Now, she been given six months to live after being diagnosed with advanced bowel cancer.

Gene editing: how real are designer babies?

Lately, gene editing has been at the forefront of science's most exciting breakthroughs. This DNA-altering technique could be used to eradicate diseases and improve agricultural production, but some fear this might spark the quest for "designer babies." So what exactly is genome editing and how does it work? Learn more in the following gallery.

Take Your Home Gym to the Next Level With These 9 Power Racks

Get everything you need to lift heavy at home.

Foods to avoid for glowing and breakout-free skin

The link between skin health and nutrition has long been studied by scientists and physicians. Our outermost organ has been reported to reflect our general inner-health status, which leads to the importance of nutrition. Skin conditions like acne, dryness, eczema, psoriasis, and oily skin could be a sign of an overburdened liver. Is there a way to control that? While experts have varying opinions on numerous issues regarding the subject, there is some consensus in certain areas. Browse the gallery and check what you should and shouldn't be eating. Your skin will thank you later.

Stay Away From These Unhealthy Kids Foods

As many parents know, kids can be some of the world's pickiest eaters. One day, a certain food is the best thing they've ever had. The next day, it's the most disgusting thing in the world. Unfortunately, this can cause many defeated parents to turn to kids foods that aren't the healthiest options. Most of the classic kids foods, especially prepackaged or frozen ones, contain too much sugar and fat and not enough nutritional quality. Here are 13 of the unhealthiest kids foods that you should try to stay away from.

GPs dishing out sick notes to patients they haven't even seen

GPs are routinely writing sick notes for patients they have not seen. Doctors admit '95 per cent' of requests are waved through without assessing the patient first and are 'rarely ever' denied.

14 Fitness Tracker Features That Improve Your Health

Keeping track of your goals is a major way you stay fit. Here are the ways that fitness trackers can help.

How to be healthy at work

Health can often be the last thing we think about at the office but this takes a toll on our physical state and mental wellbeing. Read on for tips on how to stay active and well at work.

Plastic surgeons reveal the celebs suffering from 'Ozempic face'

A new look is emerging in Hollywood: sunken in eyes, gaunt cheeks and saggy skin. Experts say it is due to the rise in popularity of weight-loss drugs: dubbed 'Ozempic face'.

Foods that help thin the arteries

Atherosclerosis is a potentially deadly condition that develops when fatty deposits accumulate along artery walls, resulting in the thickening or hardening of these vital channels. Arteries play the crucial role of delivering oxygen and nutrients to every organ, tissue, and cell in our body, so it's imperative they remain supple and free from a buildup of plaque. Failure to maintain a normal, healthy blood flow can result in heart disease, heart attacks, and stroke. Regular exercise is one way of keeping these vessels in tip-top condition, but did you know that there are certain foods that can help thin the arteries and reduce the risk of them narrowing and restricting blood flow? Click through and find out what to eat to help prevent clogged arteries.

13 Best Foot Creams for Cracked Heels and Baby-Soft Soles

Just because sandal season is over doesn't mean you shouldn't be caring for your feet!

What are high-histamine foods?

Think histamine is just about allergy? Think again. We take a look at what histamine is and how the food we eat may affect our histamine levels

New twist after mum's 'mushroom drink' death at new age health retreat

Rachael Dixon, 53, went into cardiac arrest and died about midnight last Sunday after consuming a drink at Soul Barn in Clunes, near Ballarat in regional Victoria.

The 10 Best Scar Creams That Actually Work, According To Dermatologists

Try one of these derm-approved remedies.

The Best Dog Food of 2024

Vet-recommended healthy and nutritious dog food for canines of every size, age and stage

Mother, 38, died after 'complications' during weight loss operation

Leanne Michelle Leary had a heart attack on the operating table due to undiagnosed deep vein thrombosis (DVT), the hearing at Rochdale Coroners' Court was told.

10 Best Workout Shoes For Women Of 2024, Tested By Fitness Experts

Training experts swear by these.

Ethiopian runners join British runners for the London Marathon

Ethiopian marathon runners joined British runners Marc Scott and Emile Cairess at the London Marathon. The Group posed for pictures and shares their excitement for the Olympics. Athlete Kenenisa Bekele added 'of course a big goal is to qualify'.

Looking for a Brighter Smile? Try These 11 Dentist-Approved Toothpastes

Sparkling teeth are just a few brushes away

HSE's Spring booster vaccination programme gets underway on Monday

Dr Jessop said the HSE aims to complete this booster programme by the end of May.

GPs could soon be stripped of powers to sign people off work

9 Best Barbell Pads for Strength Training, According to Fitness Trainers

No shame in a little extra cushioning for hip thrusts (and beyond).

Aussie-made pancake mix pulled from the shelves over allergy fears

An Australian made pancake mix touted as being 'nutritionist created' and vegan-friendly has been urgently recalled after it was found to contain milk.

Do you have a food intolerance?

Information regarding food allergy and intolerance is plentiful, but so are the myths. Self-diagnosed, food sensitivities have become more common place, but how can you really tell if you have a food intolerance?

These Are the 20 Best Bath & Body Works Scents of All Time

Our love for Warm Vanilla Sugar will never die.

UN calls dengue fever in Americas an 'emergency situation'

Jarbas Barbosa, head of the Pan American Health Organization, confirmed more than 5.2 million cases of dengue fever across the Americas this year, nearly 50 percent up from last month.

Taking care of your health doesn't have to be hard

There is nothing more critical than your health! Without it, there isn't much you can do. Taking care of your well-being both mentally and physically should be a top priority for anyone looking to get the most out of life. From journaling to doctor visits, this gallery is a guide to staying fit as a fiddle in 2024. Click through to see what you can do to make your health the priority it needs to be this year.

Dental implants leave woman with bruising 'like I had a Rorschach blot test on my face'

Texas mum Jessica Macko told her social media followers 'I look like a monster, I feel like a monster. I'm just having a real hard time.'

11 Best Protein Bars, According to Taste Tests and Nutritionists

Snack time is here.

This genetics company can predict the health of future babies

How To Use Vitamin E To Get Your Best Skin Ever, According To Dermatologists

Keep moisture in and free radical damage out.

Don't call them 'sanitary' products, says world-renowned gynaecologist

Dr Jen Gunter said that while most personal items - such as toothpaste and toilet roll - are labelled based on their function, society continues to use 'euphemistic language' for period products.

Am I overweight? How to check your weight is healthy

Obesity is rising and our health is at risk. Here we explore why more people are overweight and how you can tell if you’re a healthy weight.

The 15 Most Comfortable Work Shoes for Your Daily Commute

From low-heeled ankle boots to block-heeled pumps

10 Signs You’re Living Life On Autopilot—And 10 Ways To Stop It

It can be easy to end up in a perpetual rut where the day rushes past you before your head hits the pillow at night. It’s time to check in and ask yourself: Are you living life on autopilot?

Facts about OCD everyone should know

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is widely misunderstood. Characterized by overwhelming, obsessive thoughts and compulsions, diagnosis of this disorder can take years, if properly diagnosed at all. Beyond the depictions in pop culture of someone avoiding shaking someone's hand, knocking a certain number of times, or being a general "germaphobe," OCD is a disorder that can show up in dozens of ways and often has grave implications for someone's life and well-being. Whether you're living with OCD or supporting someone with the condition, click on for some important facts about OCD you should know.

30 warning signs your heart might be in trouble

Keeping your heart healthy is crucial for your overall well-being. Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death, and it often progresses slowly over time. However, the good news is that certain lifestyle changes can help reverse some of the damage. Take a look through the following gallery to discover 30 signs that you may have heart trouble.

Everything you need to know about chronic fatigue syndrome

Get Rid of Gnats Once and for All with These Hacks

Is it just us, or are they everywhere right now? If you've ever spilled sugary juice on the counter and didn't wipe it up right away, overwatered plants inside or outside, or waited a day too long to take out the trash, you know this feeling. One simple household mistake, and all of sudden your house seems to be covered up in bugs—tiny gnats, to be exact. Here are eight ways to help you get rid of gnats once and for all. Before killing gnats, the first thing to do is make sure that they are, in fact, gnats. There are many different types of itty-bitty flying insects, and each requires a slightly different elimination tactic. You may actually find yourself needing to know how to get rid of fruit flies or how to get rid of drain flies instead. If you know what to look for, it's easy to distinguish between bugs. Fungus gnats look black and feature long legs while fruit flies are typically brown and rounder in shape. Drain flies have a fuzzier appearance and larger wings, and as the name suggests, they hang out around sink drains. Once you’ve correctly identified what bug is, well, bugging you, you can start to take the necessary steps toward getting rid of gnats, flies, and any other bugs once and for all with vinegar solutions, store-bought remedies, and even rotten fruit (really!). For longer-term success, invest in one of the best bug zappers on the market.

Dermatologists Say These Hair Oils Promote Long, Thick, Healthy Hair

Say goodbye to dry, thinning hair and hello to shiny, healthy strands.

How Western food imports are fuelling obesity in Pacific nations

Every day, the finest fruit and vegetables Vanuatu has to offer are sold at the bustling Port Vila market on the island of Efate. There are golden yellow bananas fanned out among floral-patterned tablecloths, giant grapefruits organised in long rows, and muddy brown yams laid out in front of the stalls. It’s a spread that is as healthy as it is col...

Hypochondria: are you afraid of getting sick?

It's safe to say that no one likes to be sick, so it's natural for us to have a healthy degree of fear and anxiety about it. Some people, however, do suffer from a mental health disorder that exacerbates this fear and manifests in unhealthy ways. We're talking about illness anxiety disorder (IAD), also known as hypochondriasis or hypochondria. Indeed, having an irrational fear of being, or becoming, ill can really have a negative impact on one's life. In this gallery, we explain what illness anxiety disorder really is, as well as its symptoms, risk factors, and possible treatments. Click on to learn all about IAD.

Alice in Wonderland syndrome is actually a real neurological condition

Alice in Wonderland syndrome may sound like a made-up condition, but, even though it's very rare, it is a real syndrome and it does affect certain individuals. The syndrome manifests through either (or both) self-perception and visual processing. This essentially means that the brains of those with the syndrome suffer disruptions that lead to an altered perception of themselves and the outside world. These perceptions are often of size and distance. Intrigued? In this gallery, you'll get to know all about Alice in Wonderland syndrome. Click on for more.

Professor Tim Spector explains why you should never start fasting on the weekend

Professor Tim Spector, co-founder of ZOE Nutrition, has shared his top tips for intermittent fasting - including the days of the week you should avoid starting the diet

XL bully victim’s injuries were ‘worst doctor had ever seen’

A father of five killed by an XL bully dog had the worst injuries a trauma doctor had ever seen, an inquest heard. Jonathan Hogg, 37, a floor layer, was looking after a friend’s two dogs when a male dog called Poseidon attacked him after he entered its pen. He ended up lying face down with the dog on top of him, biting his scalp and the back of his...

Trader Joe's Recalls Basil After Reports of Salmonella Infections

On April 17, the grocery chain recalled Infinite Herbs organic basil. The basil has been "linked to a dozen Salmonella infections in seven states," CNN reports. One person has been hospitalized. The 2.5-ounce packages were sold in 29 states and Washington, D.C., from Feb. 1 through April 6.