Fitness

30 sneaky ways to add more activity to your daily routine

It’s easier than you think to get fit and physically active. Here are 30 super sneaky ways to add more activity to your daily routine.

The Best Hard-to-Kill Indoor Plants That’ll Liven Up Your Home

Test how green your thumb is with these beginner-friendly plants.

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.

These Leg Elevation Pillows Help Relieve Swelling, Back Pain, and Varicose Veins

These expert-recommended, affordable picks work wonders for pain relief.

Unusual ways of using fruit in your savory meals

Fruit has often been reserved mainly for sweet desserts and snacks. But fruits can be a great way to jazz up your savory meals, whether you want to add some sweetness to your dishes or make your salad more refreshing. Click through the following gallery and get inspired with these easy and delicious non-dessert fruit recipes.

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.

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.

When it comes to workout tops for women, we're super fussy - but these 10 come MCUK editor-approved

High quality and chic

How to boost testosterone naturally

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.

Everything you need to know about chronic fatigue syndrome

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.

20 Beauty Hacks To Make You Look Younger

Aging is natural and should be embraced—but wanting to combat signs of it doesn’t mean getting older is a crime! Skincare routines, the right foods in your diet, and proper lifestyle choices can cultivate a healthier glow that just so happens to keep us looking young! Here are 20 ways you can achieve it.

The 13 Dumbest Mistakes In History

We all make silly mistakes in our everyday lives—but luckily, they rarely have any sort of impact beyond an embarrassing memory. Unfortunately, other people throughout the years haven’t been so fortunate—and their dumb mistakes end up in the history books for all to laugh at.

Bird flu is found in MILK for first time in 'very high concentrations'

Bird flu has been detected in 'very high concentrations' in raw milk, the World Health Organization announced Friday. However, the pasteurized milk supply remains safe.

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...

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.

12 Deadly Insects and Where to Find Them

Insects are often overlooked due to their small size, but their impact on the world can be enormous. Some insects are particularly dangerous, carrying deadly diseases or possessing venomous stings. This list explores twelve of the deadliest insects on the planet and pinpoints where you’re most likely to encounter them. Knowing where these tiny but […]

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.

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.

UK Smoking Ban: When and How It Will Be Imposed

The UK Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2024 will ensure that those born on or after January 1, 2009, will never legally be allowed to purchase tobacco in their lifetime. Smoke-Free Generation On March 20, 2024, the UK government introduced a Bill to Parliament stipulating how to enforce a smoke-free generation. New Smokers at a Peak ... Read more

This genetics company can predict the health of future babies

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.

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.'

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

Voices: I’m a comedian – here’s how I detoxified my masculinity (and you can too)

I’m a comedian – here’s how I detoxified my masculinity (and you can too) - COMMENT: Just because you lift weights and take care of your body doesn’t automatically make you a toxic male, writes comedian Robin Morgan. Just look at Joe Wicks and Bukayo Saka...

14 Best Sunscreens, Tested by Scientists

The #1 SPFs that outshone the rest for all skin types, from oily to sensitive and beyond.

What to Look for When Shopping for a Collagen Supplement

Not all collagen is created equal.

Greasy spoon fans speak up for the Great British Fry-Up

Britons enjoying a full English breakfast this morning have dismissed claims that the fry-up could be dying out because of health concerns among young people.

Pro Tip: LED Face Masks Are *Way* Cheaper Than A Bougie Spa Facial

Derms say some work better, too.

A vegan diet for dogs: healthy or utter nonsense?

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

Our love for Warm Vanilla Sugar will never die.

40 Things to NEVER Buy at a Thrift Store

Unless you want lead poisoning...

There Is Nothing More Pawfect Than These Adorable Dog Mom Quotes

"My little dog—a heartbeat at my feet." 🐶

We Ate All The Trader Joe's Breakfast Foods And These Are The Best Ones

The only TJ's breakfast treats worth your money.

Drink-driver boats to police after leaving man with serious injuries

Drink-driver Joseph Dearden boasted to police 'all I need to is play the mental health card' after causing serious injury to a 25-year-old man. Dearden was then jailed for two-and-a-half years.

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.

30 misconceptions that have become modern-day 'facts'

Coffee is made from beans, penguins mate for life, and chameleons change color to match their surroundings... These are all 'facts' you probably believe to be true. After all, most people believe them to be so. However, experts have pointed out that many so-called 'facts' are simple misconceptions. Then there are some that are just downright myths! So, what are some common 'facts' that are actually misconceptions? Click on to find out.

Are sweet potatoes healthy?

Rich in fibre, vitamins and minerals, let’s take a look at why sweet potatoes are good for you.

Every kitchen should have these 25 celebrity cookbooks

Let's face it: food has become even more of a coping mechanism or escape lately, so it's literally vital that the meals we're turning to are healthier and enriched more often than not.

The Best Running Belts For When Shorts Pockets Alone Won’t Do

Pack exactly what you need without weighing yourself down or throwing off your stride.

Plant Stress Physiology: Investigating Responses to Drought, Heat, and Climate Change

Plant physiology entails a broad spectrum of processes, such as photosynthesis, respiration, tropism, and synthesis of hormones and metabolites, which are associated with their growth and sustainability. 1 Under different stress conditions, plants undergo a wide range of physiological chang...

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.

Mothe, dies after taking half an 'White Dove' ecstasy pill at festival

Mother Stephanie Thorpe died after taking half of a 'White Dove' ecstasy pill ahead of going to Restricted Forest Festival in Blackburn on June 25 last year.

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'.

Overnight fire kills man, in his 60s, and hospitalises adult and child

A man in his 60s has died and another adult and child taken to hospital, following a fire at a large property in Headington, Oxfordshire, in the early hours of Friday morning.

I've run nine marathons - 15 things you need to know before running your first 26.2

Let the running experts impart their wisdom.

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.

These Expert-Recommended Electric Smokers Will Simplify Your Barbecues This Summer

The fun of smoking without the mess of charcoal or the need to buy and store propane.

10 Ways Chocolate Is Hurting You—And Helping You

We may have different opinions on a lot of things, but the one thing that unites us all is chocolate. It’s delicious, we can get it just about anywhere…and it also comes with some surprising health benefits. Overconsumption comes with a laundry list of health concerns, but moderation is the key to all of chocolate’s […]