December - 2023

Mental health benefits of yoga, including better sleep and memory

Just 20 minutes of yoga per day can improve your sleep and lead to a better memory, a new study has found. The specific form of yoga –...

The gut health benefits of flaxseeds, and how they could reduce breast cancer risk

We've been sprinkling them on our porridge in the hope of reaping the gut health benefits of flaxseeds, but new research has suggested...

What are micro stresses? The hidden triggers that impact your mental health every day

You spot a ladder in your tights just as you're about to head out the door. You're late for an important meeting because you were stuck...

A third of new mothers worldwide ‘have lasting health issues after childbirth’

More than 40 million women a year experience lasting health issues after childbirth, a global review has found, prompting calls for...

The best and worst foods to eat this Christmas for your gut health

Christmas is typically a time of indulgence. From Baileys-fuelled nightcaps, to festive platters of cheese, meats, and the formal feast...

What is MCAs? Long Covid linked to the mystery illness

People have reported rare immunological disorders such as mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), which are assumed to be secondary...

Third of UK carers with bad mental health have thoughts of self-harm, survey finds

A third of carers with poor mental health have considered suicide or self-harm, data shows. Figures given to the Liberal Democrats by...

I'm A Surgeon ― Shiny Skin On Your Lower Legs Can Reveal Heart Health Issues

Why is sitting for too long bad for your health? What new research says about an increased risk of heart failure.

How new fathers can look after their mental health

11 sauna benefits for your mood, skin and heart health

Millions to be handed health-monitoring smartwatches by NHS

82% of People Found That Dog Walks Benefitted Their Mental Health, Says New Study

Five ways SAD can affect physical health, from headaches to erectile dysfunction

Heart Disease Symptoms In Women Can Be Different – Here’s What To Look For

Study finds link between light pollution and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Those Struggling With Fertility Can Now Access This Mental Health Support