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Read the latest health news and features from our award-winning writers and columnists. From the latest nutrition advice to the best workouts and diet plans, our experts have the guide to a happier, healthier life
Health
Should I brush bleeding gums?
July 19th 2020
Nobody likes to see blood in the sink, but what should you do if you do spot it? >>>
Wellbeing
WFH giving you back pain? Here’s how to make your home setup more comfortable
July 16th 2020
Who knew we'd be missing that ugly office chair? These are the simple tweaks to your sitting arrangements that an osteopath and Pilates teacher say you should make now >>>
Nutrition
10 best foods to eat for thicker hair
July 13th 2020
If you suffer with hair loss, hair fall or hair thinning, your diet could be key to preventing further fallout. Here are the superfoods you need to feed your hair growth >>>
Wellbeing
These are habits of successful intermittent fasting and 5:2 dieters
July 10th 2020
Dr Michael Mosley answers 11 key questions to help you succeed at the Fast 800 or 5:2 diet. Good news, it's surprisingly simple >>>
Interview
When the NHS saved her premature lockdown baby, this beauty founder thanked them with £1million worth of skincare
July 10th 2020
Skincare entrepreneur Joy Isaacs, pictured with baby Jax, tells her moving story >>>
Fitness
Gyms, yoga studios and swimming pools are opening in two weeks!
July 9th 2020
What will working out be like when gyms and fitness studios and swimming pools reopen on 25 July? We got a preview >>>
Fitness
Why did my workout feel rubbish today?
July 6th 2020
Even the biggest exercise fans have off days - here’s what could be causing your bad session and how to fix it >>>
Skin
How to stop alcohol from wrecking your skin
July 2nd 2020
The pubs open again this weekend! Here’s the ‘need to know’ on how alcohol affects your skin, and how you can minimise the damage >>>
Fitness
Why trampolining could be the most effective at-home exercise
June 30th 2020
Tired of endless burpees, squats and planks? A rebounder could be the answer to all your home workout woes. Here's why and the online workouts to try >>>
Wellbeing
7 ayurvedic tips on how to keep cool in the heat
June 25th 2020
Struggling to keep a clear head in the heat? Ayurveda expert Jillian Lavender shares how to cool down in the summer Pitta season >>>
Health
Powerful hand sanitisers that are kind to your hands (and not sold out yet)
June 22nd 2020
Hand gel is hard to come by at the moment, but these ones are still available - and won't leave your hands dry >>>
Want to be more flexible? This vinyasa flow yoga class has all the moves
June 21st 2020
In times of uncertainty and change, how can we become more flexible not just in our bodies but in our outlook? Join top instructor and positive psychology coach Mercedes Sieff for 40 minutes of going with the flow >>>
Health
The best vitamin D supplements to support your immune system right now
June 18th 2020
Vitamin D is being recommended to reduce the risk of coronavirus. How much should you take and which are the best supplements to buy? From vegan to child-friendly, here's what to shop for >>>
Zen Mistress
Yoga teachers of colour to follow and practice with
June 10th 2020
If these inspiring yoga teachers aren't already on your radar, try their classes now >>>
Mind
How to deal with the anxiety attack 'hangover'
June 5th 2020
Panic attacks are hard enough at the time, but what about that sense of feeling completely drained in the aftermath? Judy Johnson finds out how to recover, with tips on dealing with anxiety and the after effects of an attack >>>
Health
Night sweats: when is being hot in bed a health issue?
June 1st 2020
Admittedly there are many reasons you could be hot under the covers, but if you’re waking up drenched, the culprit could be night sweats. Here’s what to do if you’re too hot in bed at night and soaking the sheets >>>
Recipe
Recipe: Joe Wicks' coconut pancakes for a totally tropical breakfast
May 30th 2020
Jazz up your morning with Joe's banana, oat and coconut pancakes that definitely aren't just for babies >>>
Recipe
Spicy salmon noodles that take less than 15 minutes to make
May 28th 2020
Cookery author Jack Monroe's easy recipe is perfect for days you don't have the energy to think about dinner >>>
Nutrition
Plant-based store cupboard essentials to buy in lockdown
May 27th 2020
Going to the supermarket has become even more of a chore than usual - stock up on these must-haves to avoid your weekly trip and create healthy plant-based meals >>>
Fitness
The best ways to recover after intense exercise
May 27th 2020
Six nutrition and fitness experts reveal their top tips on how to recover after a gruelling workout… >>>
Beauty
The Gloss Report: 5 body brushes reviewed
May 24th 2020
We know it helps cellulite, but will any body brush do the job? We tried and tested five of them to find out >>>
Amelia Freer
Amelia Freer: how to do a healthy BBQ
May 20th 2020
Nutritional therapist Amelia Freer explains how to have fun this summer without falling off the wagon >>>
Mind
The 6 best supplements to help you stay mentally strong
May 18th 2020
Good nutrition is vital for building up mental resilience in trying times. These are the mood-boosting vitamins and minerals to have in your mental first aid kit, says nutritionist Rob Hobson >>>
Health
Dental emergencies: when to seek medical help and when to sort it yourself
May 17th 2020
PR Octavia Coates lost a veneer during lockdown and had to fix it herself. Her dentist explains the teeth issues to take into your own hands and the ones that definitely need medical attention >>>
Review
The best high waisted gym leggings
May 15th 2020
Supportive, stretchy and super comfy, these squat-proof leggings will keep you covered no matter how big your moves >>>
