Wellbeing specialists have highlighted the “small, golden and powerful fruit” believed to support better sleep, alongside a range of other potential health perks. For many people, uninterrupted sleep is hard to come by. Whether it’s stress, anxiety, a partner’s movement,…
A long-running study suggests that the timing and frequency of naps may be tied to a higher risk of death, after researchers monitored older adults for nearly two decades. Napping can be divisive. For some, a brief rest during the…
As social media continues to fuel unusual food and drink crazes, health experts are once again raising concerns about a trend they say could come with serious risks. The latest one under scrutiny is the “dirty soda” craze, which has…
A medical expert has outlined what may be happening inside the body when someone is in a coma. Cleveland Clinic describes a coma as: ‘is a deep unconscious state where you can’t wake up or respond, even to pain or…
Tiny, intensely itchy blisters on your fingers or across your palms that eventually split, peel, and then come back again weeks later can be a sign of a real skin condition rather than a random irritation. That condition is pompholyx,…
Warning: This article contains themes of OCD pertaining to intrusive thoughts about children, which some may find triggering. A 22-year-old woman has opened up about how a rare OCD diagnosis helped explain the distressing thoughts that shaped her teenage years.…
A doctor has explained how the body can respond after a ‘prolonged fast’. Approaches like intermittent fasting have become popular for both health and weight-management goals, but medical professionals continue to stress that fasting of any kind should be handled…
A TV doctor has outlined a simple five-point guide that could help people spot a dangerous skin change early, and it all comes down to remembering the ABCDEs. Dr Amir Khan discussed the approach on his podcast No Appointment Necessary,…
For years, intermittent fasting has ranked among the most talked-about diet trends, attracting millions of followers with claims of weight loss, better metabolic health and even the possibility of a longer lifespan. However, while much of the public conversation highlights…
Supporters travelling to the World Cup are being warned to brace for intense heat, with health professionals stressing the need to stay alert to the dangers of heat-related illness. The concern is not just anecdotal. Recent research on the 2026…
Intermittent fasting has become a popular approach for people trying to lose weight, but new research suggests the body undergoes far more significant changes when food is withheld for longer periods. Unlike standard dieting, intermittent fasting involves alternating between set…
People are being urged to watch for symptoms of Lyme disease after a rare form of the illness was identified in New York for the first time. Across the US, Lyme disease is estimated to affect around 476,000 people each…
Supplements are everywhere right now. A quick trip to the chemist or a few minutes on social media is enough to bring up claims that vitamins can improve skin, increase energy levels and even help hold back the signs of…
Dwayne Johnson has spoken about the frightening experience of facing a possible cancer diagnosis after finding a painful lump, and it highlights symptoms people should be aware of. Known for his long association with fitness through wrestling and his famously…
A newly approved weight loss medication is set to reach patients in the UK within weeks, becoming the country’s first GLP-1 pill licensed for weight management. The big question now is how effective it actually is. The Medicines and Healthcare…
A striking simulation has shown just how dramatically a 36-hour fast can affect the body. Intermittent fasting has become a hugely popular online weight-loss approach, often promoted as a simple way to cut calories and slim down. But skipping food…