Weight loss

How to lose (almost) half a stone in six weeks

Although it doesn’t feel like it after weeks of constant rain, summer is beckoning. But if the dreary weather has made you fall off your diet wagon, don’t despair. There’s still time to lose weight before the sun really shows its face. By making a few tweaks to your daily diet and exercise regime, it’s possible to lose one pound a week by the end o...

Here Are the Best Dog Running Leashes to Keep Up With Your Pup

Choose from our list of the best picks for dog walkers and runners alike!

Balancing your masculine and feminine energies

Everyone has a balance of masculine and feminine energies, and they are by no means related to gender. An imbalance between the two causes problems in our daily lives regarding our working and social lives, and our relationships All of us will go through periods of imbalance of these energies. To find out how you can recalibrate to be in the more harmonious and balanced mode of being, click through this gallery.

Bras are a 'basic necessity' and should not be subject to VAT, say radiographers

The tax disproportionately affects women and could be considered discriminatory under the Equality Act, delegates at the Society of Radiographers will hear at their annual conference on Tuesday

15 Best Workout Shoes For Women Of 2024, Tested By Podiatrists, Trainers, And 'Women's Health' Editors

Training experts swear by these.

Are sweeteners bad for you?

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

Get everything you need to lift heavy at home.

Princess Kate Suffered From This Illness During Her Pregnancies

For Princess Kate, cancer is not the first illness to slow her down completely. She already had to deal with serious health problems during her pregnancies.

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

Sparkling teeth are just a few brushes away

What your nails say about your health

We often overlook the health of our nails, yet the condition of fingernails and toenails can provide important information about our overall well-being. In fact, a change in appearance of a nail can sometimes indicate a serious underlying medical condition. But the signs can be subtle, a change in color perhaps, or difference in shape. So, would you know how to read what your nails are saying? Click through and nail the diagnosis.

What is chimerism?

When it comes to ranking the discoveries of modern medicine, DNA is pretty high up there. There are few discoveries with wider applications than DNA, which we use for everything from identifying blood relatives to presenting evidence in court. DNA is so useful and has so many applications because it is always unique to the individual. Using DNA testing we can always pinpoint a single individual. Or can we? Introducing chimerism: a genetic phenomenon that allows one individual to have two sets of DNA. Check out this gallery to learn all about it.

The dairy industry really, really doesn’t want you to say “bird flu in cows”

How industrial meat and dairy trap us in an infectious disease cycle.

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.

The Consequences Of Smartphone Addiction—And How To Curb It

With billions of smartphone users on earth, it's no wonder that phone addiction is becoming a growing problem. So what is phone addiction?

All the natural alternatives to pesticide you'll ever need

There's no need to risk disease or spend more money on chemical pesticides. Take a look at the natural ways to keep your garden going. Click on!

The shocking history of mental health treatments

Health Alert: New Study Warns of Risks from Grilling Meat

Summertime grilling is an awaited tradition, but did you know it could be bad to your health?

Children who use screens before bedtime at higher risk of obesity, study finds

Children who use screens before bedtime at higher risk of obesity, study finds - Researchers say children are accumulating ‘sleep debt’ which is impacting their health

14 Sleek Slip-On Shoes for Every Budget and Style

They're breathable, lightweight, and cover up any gnarly toe situation.

Losing my hair made me miserable. Now I’m as bald as an egg, I couldn’t be happier

This may come as a shock to you, especially if you’ve spent the past few years using my byline photo as a reference, but I am bald now. Completely, permanently, irreversibly bald. So bald that my children have taken to calling me Egg. So bald that the first thing strangers notice about me is my scalp, rather than my excessively sour personality. So bald that, if I stand under just the right sort of overhead light with just the right level of...

Yoga and wellbeing festival announces returns to Westmeath for summer 2024

Yoga enthusiasts are in for an exciting treat with the return of The Yoga Picnic, the one-day yoga and wellness festival experience for 2024. Taking place on July 7th at Lilliput House, on the shores of Lough Ennell, Co Westmeath, The Yoga Picnic promises a day filled with movement, therapies, discussions, and music, curated by […]

The mysteries of sleep

When imagining the evolution of a species in a dangerous environment where food is scarce, being asleep for a third of the time seems counterproductive and dangerous. At any time during this period of unconsciousness (if we can call it that), the animal could be attacked and ripped to shreds by a predator. And don't forget: humans are also animals. It’s debatable that we evolved to conserve energy. Actually, there is a lot of evidence to suggest that most animals burn almost just as many calories as when they're awake! It seems that modern technology has been able to reveal a lot about how we sleep (how we dream, what the brain does during sleep, etc.), but hasn't been able to answer the why to many questions surrounding sleep. To discover more about the mysterious world of sleep, click through this gallery.

16 Breathable Shoes That Won’t Suffocate Your Feet

Set your feet free of sweat and smell.

Sharon Osbourne admits she’s been on anti-depressants for over 30 years

After surviving cancer and while going through hell watching her husband Ozzy battle Parkinson’s, Sharon Osbourne has admitted she has been on anti-depressants for more than 30 years even though she hates takes the medication.

Why you should spay/neuter your pet

What is bloating and how can we prevent it?

If you've ever felt overly full and uncomfortable, but you didn't just eat a huge meal, it's very probable you were bloated. Bloating is extremely common and it's generally not serious, but it can be uncomfortable and irritating. Luckily, there are some things we can do both to prevent and reduce it. Check out this gallery to learn all about bloating and some tips to prevent it.

Salman Rushdie suffered cancer scare after stabbing

Author Salman Rushdie was told he might have prostate cancer shortly after he survived a brutal stabbing at a book event that almost claimed his life.

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

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

The sad reality of obsessive love disorder

Proven ways to maximize muscle recovery

There’s a lot of noise and a lot of different perspectives on recovery from a hard training session. There are two factors that weigh in above all else: food and rest. Everything else helps to speed up and make the process less painful, but without these two factors, it’s all a waste of time. To learn about what you should eat and when, how to rest the right way, and some tips and tricks that will make the whole recovery phase a lot speedier, click through this gallery.

Immortality is a possibility, if it wasn’t for this obstacle

Five foods that release the same ‘fullness’ hormone as Ozempic

Weight loss drugs: Oprah’s on them, Elon’s tried them and even Boris gave them a whirl (they didn’t agree with him). Ozempic, in case you haven’t heard, is a Type 2 diabetes treatment which is also prescribed for its weight loss effects. The medicines regulator has since approved a higher dose under the brand name Wegovy to treat obesity. The activ...

Pregnant Megan McKenna reveals 'nightmare' hospital trip that has kept her off socials

Megan McKenna was rushed to A&E after suffering an allergic reaction while pregnant.

Bioinspiration: how nature is helping us innovate

Since the beginning of time, humans have been looking to nature to survive. Nowadays, it is in a slightly different way. Bioinspiration is where biologists study animals to understand the basic principles of their existence, and then bioengineers use this information to find solutions to human problems. Animals have mechanisms for survival that humans do not even understand yet. However, as the technology for scientific investigation improves, we can learn more from mother nature. In this gallery, you'll learn all about how nature is helping humans advance. From swimsuits to medical tape, click through to find out more.

Whitty: Arguments against plan to ban youngsters from smoking ‘surprising’

Whitty: Arguments against plan to ban youngsters from smoking ‘surprising’ - England’s chief medical officer Professor Sir Chris Whitty rejected the civil liberties arguments made by Tory MPs opposed to the ban.

How to boost your keratin levels

Keratin is the hard protein found in our hair, skin, and nails. High levels of keratin mean strength, flexibility, and shine, while low levels mean brittleness and breakage. Some of us have higher keratin levels in our bodies than others, but if your supplies are on the low side, there are things you can do. Check out this gallery to find out how you can boost your keratin levels.

Twist in case of 11 people who fell violently ill after birthday bash

Guests at an 80th birthday bash believe a batch of ham and pea soup, which took the host three-days to make, was behind 11 people falling violently ill.

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

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

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!

5 common garden plants that are actually dangerous and need removing immediately

Some pretty and seemingly harmless plants could be actually be highly toxic to humans, animals, plants and cause major damage to pavements and house foundations - they need to be removed immediately

How stress can be good for you

Stress has a bad reputation. When we talk about stress, usually bad things come to mind. Anxiety, burnout, and overall negative health effects are associated with it. Chronic stress is indeed dangerous and pretty bad for your health, but not all stressful events are created equal. Stress affects our lives in different ways, and while too much for too long is usually harmful, it turns out that just the right amount of stress can actually be good for us! Curious to learn how stress can be good for you? Click through the following gallery to find out!

Woman dies after consuming drink at a wellness retreat

A woman has died after consuming a drink at a wellness retreat in Australia.

This is what happens to your brain and body when you get scared

Fear is an unavoidable aspect of the human experience. Generally considered an unpleasant emotion, some people actually go out of their way to trigger it, be it by jumping out of planes or watching scary movies. Whatever the reason, we feel fear because we see or hear something that makes us anticipate harm. But the question is: what causes the fear response in our bodies and brains? To find out, check out the following gallery. Simply click on!

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

Try one of these derm-approved remedies.

Top 10 Foods That Make You Gain Weight, Dietitian Says

There are a few foods that make you gain weight if you're not paying attention to calories and portion control, @DietitianTayla warns.

Busting the Myth - Eggs and Cholesterol – What You Need to Know

That eggs raise cholesterol levels is a widespread myth which causes uncertainty for many. Uwe Knop believes that concerns surrounding the cholesterol content of eggs are unfounded and current dietary recommendations by the German Nutrition Society (DGE) should be questioned.

Simple cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to improve your mental health

It’s a wondrous thing that therapy is becoming much more standard practice for the general public, as the stigma around mental health continues to be torn down bit by bit every day. That said, most people are still not informed on what to look for once they are ready to begin. Enter: cognitive behavioral therapy. It’s one of the most popular forms of therapy, and for good reason. CBT aims to change how you think and behave by equipping people with the skills to identify, challenge, and deal with their adverse behavior. It’s used to treat wide-ranging conditions, which you’ll see in this gallery, and it can even be self-directed if you’re not willing or able to see a therapist. Click through and check out some effective techniques CBT can offer you.

Appetite-suppressing foods you should eat every day

We all know that some foods fill us up more than others, but there is more to it that that. Some foods are actually appetite suppressants, meaning that they'll make you feel satiated for longer. Include these foods in your diet and we promise that you won't feel hungry as often. Take a look.

16 Easy Workouts That Turn Fitness Into Fun

Exercise doesn’t have to feel like a chore. With the right approach, fitness can be fun, engaging, and something to look forward to. In this list, we’ll explore 16 workouts you’ll genuinely enjoy, making staying active an exciting part of your routine. Dance Fitness Classes Join a dance fitness class, such as Zumba or hip-hop ... Read more

Unhealthy condiments and their best substitutes

Condiments can significantly impact your meal's healthiness. Even seemingly innocuous salad dressings can pack excessive salt and saturated fats. But while our evolutionary instincts drive us to crave high-energy foods, we now have abundant food options. The challenge? A hint of condiment can quickly turn into a heavy pour! Yet you can still enjoy condiments while making healthier choices. Discover the best and worst options in this gallery. Simply click on!