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Health
Progesterone: how this 'natural antidepressant' hormone affects your sleep, skin and periods
July 20th 2021
Here’s how to recognise low progesterone symptoms, which can strike in perimenopause, and what to do about them >>>
Nutrition
The 3-Day Diet: possibly the simplest skin-boosting eating plan ever
July 18th 2021
Dr Nicholas Perricone's 3-Day Diet claims to plump skin and help you drop excess pounds. Victoria Woodhall tried an idiot-proof healthy eating plan for busy people >>>
Health
I went from peak health to chronic illness and a hidden disability. This is my migraine story
July 9th 2021
Lily Earle, daughter of Liz Earle, never thought she'd spend her 20s in hospitals and doctors' offices. Now a campaigner and a wellness entrepreneur herself, she shares her remarkable journey >>>
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5 foods to include in your diet (and 3 to definitely avoid) if you've got haemorrhoids
July 7th 2021
Good news! There are food and drink hacks that can help lessen your haemorrhoids symptoms >>>
Health
Shakti Mat: is it the next best thing to a massage at home?
July 5th 2021
The modern-day equivalent to a bed of nails, acupressure mats promise to ease muscles, relieve tension, help you sleep and even treat your cellulite! David Beckham, Miranda Kerr and Pink love theirs. But do they work? >>>
Fitness
Is Davina's new fitness tool worth buying? A personal trainer weighs in
July 1st 2021
Davina McCall says her new £75 fitness tool will help with toning arms, abs and legs >>>
Health
Blue poop challenge: the health reason people are eating blue muffins
June 29th 2021
Turning your poo blue can give you important information about your gut health, says a new study. Celebrities and scientists are all getting involved >>>
Health
5 ways to train your mind to stress less
June 26th 2021
Find it impossible to relax? Become a master of your mind and change the way you see stress for good with these 5 simple rules >>>
Wellbeing
10 things you need to know about endometriosis
June 25th 2021
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and takes an average of eight years to diagnose. Here’s everything you need to know about symptoms, causes and treatment >>>
Amelia Freer
Amelia Freer: how to do a healthy BBQ
June 23rd 2021
Nutritional therapist Amelia Freer explains how to have fun this summer without falling off the wagon >>>
Health
Is the Covid vaccine affecting our periods?
June 22nd 2021
Almost a third of women have reported heavier, more painful periods after our coronavirus jab, according to a survey. What's going on? We asked the doctors >>>
Recipe
Recipe: How to make Pinch of Nom's low calorie veggie burgers
June 19th 2021
True to form, Pinch of Nom have come up with a delicious lighter version of everyday favourites. These burgers are bursting with veggies and a hint of Parmesan but are only are 118 calories a pop. No need to skip the bun... >>>
Wellbeing
The rise of cold water swimming - and why it's more than just exercise
June 18th 2021
Hundreds of people are turning to wild swimming as a way to boost mood and clear brain fog, with Fearne Cotton saying it gives her 'clarity and pure exhilaration.' Could it be what we all need right now? >>>
Health
5 experts on how they manage their hay fever
June 17th 2021
From acupuncture to gua sha, these are the lesser-known hay fever remedies to ease itchy eyes, tickly throats and constant sneezing >>>
Recipe
Yoghurt bark: the viral summer snack recipe that Joe Wicks loves
June 15th 2021
Frozen yoghurt just got an upgrade and it's ridiculously easy to make >>>
Event
How to have a positive perimenopause. Sign up for our virtual event and get a £69 goodie bag
June 14th 2021
Put your questions to our panel of experts and make mid-life your superpower. Hurry spaces are limited! >>>
Fitness
Summer legs challenge: these 6-moves will get you shorts-ready
June 12th 2021
Just 30 minutes 3 times a week will challenge your legs and butt for strength and tone. Join personal trainer Caroline's Circuits summer legs workout >>>
Wellbeing
What does a nutritionist think of Alesha Dixon’s Nobleblu supplements?
June 8th 2021
The collection of 5 supplements launches today, aiming to tackle energy, focus and immunity, but is it any good? >>>
Nutrition
The low GI fruit that can help fight hayfever
June 8th 2021
Strawberries are in season which means they’re highest in health benefits, especially if pollen is getting up your nose right now. Nutritional therapist Jackie Lynch on the surprising pluses of this most British of fruits >>>
Health
4 balance challenges to help you live longer
June 5th 2021
How long you can balance for is an indicator of how long you'll live, says Dr Michael Mosley. We tried four challenges to improve our balance – and hopefully our lifespan! >>>
Health
We should all be taking omega 3 supplements, according to the experts
June 4th 2021
For clearer skin, reduced anxiety and better sleep, fish oil is the one capsule you shouldn’t skip >>>
Recipe
Jamie Oliver's Grilled Apricot Salad Recipe
June 3rd 2021
Make a delicious Italian salad with Jamie Oliver's bright and fruity recipe >>>
Nutrition
Dr Michael Mosley: should you take supplements when you’re trying to lose weight?
May 28th 2021
It’s easy to miss out on key vitamins and minerals if you’re cutting calories. The doctor behind Channel 4’s The 21 Day Body Transformation and Fast 800 Diet explains how to make sure you’re getting enough >>>
Wellbeing
I'm 50 and look much younger. But a health test said I'm 56!
May 28th 2021
Beauty director Ingeborg Van Lotringen, looks after her health and her skin and thought she had good genes. But a biological ageing test had a shock in store... >>>
Mind
PTSD may be more common than we think. How do you know if you have it?
May 28th 2021
Two high-profile young women went public this week to share their experience of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and it's on the rise. Here's what to know >>>
