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Things we should stop pressuring ourselves (and each other) about

We live in a world largely made up by the minds of mere humans, most of whom have long passed, and yet their rules and (largely unachievable) standards remain in this rapidly changing world. Everyone knows how it feels to be pressured throughout their lives, starting from a very young age, and with or without knowing it we eventually start to put that pressure on ourselves, and then even on others—just because it’s all we know. But it’s high time we start reimagining what a happy, healthy life can look like. Click through to see the things we should stop pressuring ourselves and others to do.


Nut butters: how healthy are they really?

The health benefits of eating nuts are undisputed: they are high in fiber, provide us with healthy fats, and have been linked with lower risks of certain diseases. Whether nut butters provide the same benefits, however, is not so clear. Some studies suggest that it is better to opt for whole nuts, while other research suggests that nut butters are the healthier option. Intrigued? Check out this gallery to find out what we know.


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

Training experts swear by these.


What happens if you stop brushing your teeth?


Intermittent fasting could double risk of cardiovascular death, study shows


Cancer is striking the young – but what’s causing this mystery ‘epidemic’?


How big are the backlogs at YOUR hospital? Use our interactive tool to find out the extent of A&E queues, size of waiting lists and cancer care delays at every trust - as public satisfaction with the NHS plummets to an all-time low

Some patients have been told they face two-year waits, forcing them to travel to Lithuania for what are routine NHS procedures. Other Brits have cashed in pensions.


Does blue light have a dark side?

Everybody has heard variations of the statistics before: millennials check their phones 150 times a day; on average people spend over three hours a day on their phones. But why? Certainly our smartphones are entertaining and useless, however, there is another reason for these stats besides our devices being a source of endless fun and necessary for work: blue light. Yes, the blue light that our screens emit. It messes with our body clocks. But how? And are there any other implications? To learn what blue light is and the answers to these questions and more, click through this gallery.


Have scientists found a potential cure for HIV?


The best tips and remedies to get rid of a hangover

Most of us know the feeling of waking up to a throbbing headache and horrifying stomach pains due to alcohol consumption at least once in our lifetime. Although there is no actual cure for a hangover, there are several things you can do to ease the symptoms. Click through this gallery to find out the best homemade remedies to get rid of a hangover.


Parenting Pitfalls - 11 Big Mistakes to Avoid for Your Child's Well-being

Parents usually want the best for their children. But therein lies a potential problem. Child and adolescent psychiatrist Michael Schulte-Markwort warns that excessive ambition leads to overly adapted and distorted children's souls.


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

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


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

Get everything you need to lift heavy at home.


11 Best Protein Bars, According to Taste Tests and Nutritionists

Snack time is here.


Sedatives, steroids, and erectile dysfunction meds among illegal drugs seized by HPRA

Over half of the substances seized by the Health Products Regulatory Authority were sedative medicines and anabolic steroids.


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

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


What exactly is gastroparesis?


Millions taking common contraceptive at 'increased risk' of brain tumours, study claims

People who take certain contraceptives and hormone therapy drugs could develop meningiomas - one of the most common forms of brain tumours


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

Sparkling teeth are just a few brushes away


What is flexible dieting and can it work for you?

We've all tried diets that we knew from the beginning we could not sustain for a long period of time. But with so many diets out there, how do we know which one is the best for us? Well, a simple approach might be: whichever works for you and you can follow. Flexible dieting is a way of controlling your weight that can also be used for losing or gaining weight. But, unlike many other diets, you can have your cake, and eat it too! Curious? Click through the following gallery and see if flexible dieting is an option for you.


Is your tiredness selenium deficiency?

Modern life is stressful, so it's no wonder we're tired all the time. In fact, there are so many demands on our attention and energy that we might not realize the reason why we feel so rough is because our body's mineral supply is running low! Perhaps not as well known as some vitamins and minerals, selenium plays a highly important role in the body. Many of the symptoms of selenium deficiency mirror those of other minerals, so it can be tricky to uncover that it's the reason behind your lack of energy. But it's a lot more common than you might think. Curious? Click on to discover if your tiredness is actually selenium deficiency.


Schoolboy, 7, is diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour which kills most sufferers within a year after he kept bumping into furniture

Aubrey Rothery's parents, thought something was off when the Devon-based family noticed their seven-year-old kept losing his balance and bumping into things.


The Y chromosome is vanishing. What does it mean for men?

It has happened before.


How much olive oil is healthy? An expert guide to the superfood

Whether used as a drizzle over salad, a dip for bread or to roast vegetables, olive oil has been hailed for its health-boosting effects for centuries. It was praised an elixir of youth and health in ancient Greece and swathes of studies in recent decades seem to have upheld the claim, concluding that it dramatically lowers the risk of disease and a...


The End of Menopause? - How a New Vaccine Could Change Women's Lives

Every woman sooner or later goes through menopause, along with its unpleasant symptoms. Scientists from the United States are now researching a vaccine that should not only alleviate symptoms, but completely prevent menopause.


Six cancer-fighting foods to add to your diet – and exactly how much you should eat

More than 1,000 Britons a day are given the devastating news that they have cancer. But four in 10 diagnoses could be avoided through beneficial lifestyle choices, such as eating a healthier diet. But what should we be eating exactly? While no single food fights cancer, studies have consistently linked the combination included in the Mediterranean ...


4 Supplements You Should Start Taking in the Spring—And 3 You Should Stop

According to doctors and dietitians, you can stop taking certain supplements in the spring, but there are also options to add in.


Garmin’s Fenix Pro Is Going to Show Me What Powersports Does to a Body

I’m donating my body to science! Well, science adjacency.


Weird Foods From History People Actually Ate

For all the variety in our diets today, a lot of the food we eat has a relatively short history. People throughout the ages were eating some stuff that was pretty twisted—and occasionally, pretty intriguing.


14 Sleek Slip-On Shoes for Every Budget and Style

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


- Decoding the Science of Happiness: Three Forms Uncovered

What is happiness, how does it occur in our brains, and how do nostalgia and connectedness affect our sense of happiness? Neuroscientist and happiness researcher Tobias Esch provides answers and tells us which question we should absolutely ask ourselves to find our happiness.


What are the symptoms of Dengue fever?

Dengue fever has been back in the spotlight recently, with case numbers on the rise in various countries. Puerto Rico has been particularly badly affected, and in March 2024 the island declared its first Dengue epidemic since 2012. Although Dengue fever does not cause serious illness in everyone it infects, the symptoms can be unpleasant, and in some cases they require formal medical attention. Intrigued? Check out this gallery to learn more about Dengue fever.


Ways that adults can release their inner child

With the responsibilities that adult life brings, it can be difficult to be present and even more challenging to release our inner child. But there are some activities we can do beyond attending parties and festivals to reconnect with our playful, creative, and fun inner child. Click through this gallery to discover what adults can do to reconnect with their inner child, to live a happier and more wholesome life.


Conjoined twin Abby Hensel gets married

Back in 1990, Minnesota residents Patty and Mike Hensel made the agonising decision not to separate their conjoined twin girls after doctors determined that one of them would likely die. The girls share a bloodstream and all the organs below the waist. Their condition is incredibly rare with some studies suggesting it only happens in […]


7 Easy Ways to Lose Weight by Summer, Dietitian Says

Looking to lose weight by summer? Don't fall for a fad diet. These are seven easy things a dietitian would do to shed pounds healthily.


20 foods that are healthier than you think

Tuck into these top foods, suggested by loveFOOD's nutritionist Angela Dowden, to boost your immune system and help yourself stay well.


Did you know that the life span of some dogs depends on the length of their noses?

A new study commissioned by the Dogs Trust in the United Kingdom and published in the journal Scientific Reports explores the reasons why some dog breeds live longer than others. The paper reveals some astonishing facts regarding canine longevity. For example, did you know that the life span of some dogs depends on the length of their noses? If you're a dog owner curious to find out how long you can expect your furry friend to be by your side, this is a report you need to read! Click through and find out more about the study's key findings, and learn of the warnings issued regarding certain dog breeds and their life expectancy.


Sleep habits from around the world

We all sleep, but we don't all have the same sleeping habits. Sure, some people go to bed earlier than others, some prefer a soft mattress, others a firm one, and, of course, people sleep in different positions. But our differences go beyond these basic things. Where we are in the world also influences how we sleep, and indeed how much we sleep. In this gallery, we look at the sleep habits of people in 30 different countries/regions. Curious to find out how you compare to people in other parts of the world? Then click on!


Leon Li: Shore schoolboy dies after suffering allergic reaction

Shore student Leon Li suffered an allergic reaction and went into anaphylactic shock while travelling home from the event at a restaurant in Mosman in Sydney.


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

Keep moisture in and free radical damage out.


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

Try one of these derm-approved remedies.


‘People mustn’t feel meat is being taken away’: German hospitals serve planetary health diet

Patrick Burrichter did not think about saving lives or protecting the planet when he trained as a chef in a hotel kitchen. But 25 years later he has focused his culinary skills on doing exactly that. From an industrial park on the outskirts of Berlin, Burrichter and his team cook for a dozen hospitals that offer patients a “planetary health” diet – one that is rich in plants and light in animals. Compared with the typical diet in Germany, known...


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.


Trevor McDonald: I took pills to calm myself before high-profile interviews

Sir Trevor McDonald said he took pills to calm himself down before high-profile interviews. The frank admission came as the 84-year-old admitted to having “sleepless nights” before interviewing the likes of Nelson Mandela and Saddam Hussein. He said that while the best way to deter his nerves was simply to “prepare assiduously”, there were times wh...


How dogs can be used to detect PTSD: Scientists train pups to sniff out an oncoming flashback by smelling your breath

Scientists from Dalhousie University have discovered that dogs can smell trauma as they train pooches to sniff out the signs of an impending PTSD flashback.


The best and worst alcoholic beverages for your health


16 Breathable Shoes That Won’t Suffocate Your Feet

Set your feet free of sweat and smell.


What is juvenile arthritis?

The term juvenile arthritis (JA) refers not to one specific disease, but rather to a group of rheumatic and inflammatory diseases that affect kids younger than 16 years of age. The symptoms of JA range from joint pain to sore eyes, and they can be quite nasty. Luckily, there are things that youngsters suffering with JA can do to alleviate their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Check out this gallery to learn all about juvenile arthritis.


The stories of the tallest humans in history

Can you imagine living in a world tailored for toddlers? That's probably how people suffering from gigantism feel. Gigantism is a real condition, and although extremely rare, some people do suffer from it and try to live a life in a world where virtually everyone is shorter than them. The condition is caused by an excess of growth hormone (GH) which is sometimes associated with tumor growths on the pituitary gland. People with gigantism usually grow to be 2.1 to 2.7 m (7 to 9 ft) tall. Sometimes this condition is accompanied by acromegaly later in life (or it can happen on its own), which is a disorder that results from an excess of GH after the growth plates have closed (whereas in gigantism, it's during childhood), which can result in enlarged forehead, jaw, and nose. In this gallery, we look back at the real-life human "giants" in history and their fascinating stories. Click through!


High blood pressure? These are the foods you should avoid

Living a healthy life is not easy in the modern world. With so much food at our fingertips, it's a challenge for anyone to stay on a healthy path! If you have high blood pressure, however, a careful diet is crucial. High blood pressure can lead to other illnesses that could potentially be life-changing. Cardiologists are the go-to doctors when it comes to advice about heart health, and they've made it pretty clear what not to eat if you want to stay healthy and stop your blood pressure creeping up. Know someone suffering from high blood pressure? Click through to learn what foods they need to avoid.