Health

Raise kids like cowboys? Farm life cuts allergy risk, study shows

Farmers and their families are less likely to develop allergies and asthma than others, with early-life exposure to pets the next best thing for those whose childhoods were not spent near cattle and tractors. That’s according to a Sweden-based team of scientists, who have pieced together more evidence to back up something they say is "well establis...

6 Chic Travel Outfits That Still Embrace TikTok’s "Airport Rules" Trend

No one will stop you from wearing your pajamas in public—but why not try one of these formulas instead?

Love your job and worried about retiring? How to stay busy and avoid post-retirement blues

Love your job and worried about retiring? How to stay busy and avoid post-retirement blues - People need to let family, friends or a health professional know if they are struggling, as some people do get depressed after they enter retirement.

Weekend warrior exercise linked with lower risk of developing 264 diseases

Busy with work and other obligations, some people concentrate their moderate-to-vigorous exercise in one or two days of the week or weekend. A study led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, has found that this "weeke...

John Galliano exits Maison Margiela. Where will he go next?

John Galliano exits Maison Margiela. Where will he go next? - The British designer worked as creative director at the French fashion house for 10 years

Mental health linked to better aging: Cheese and lifestyle matter

A new study highlights the significant role mental wellbeing plays in determining healthy aging, regardless of socioeconomic status. By analyzing genetic data from over 2.3 million Europeans, researchers found that better mental wellbeing leads to healthier aging, characterized by greater resilience, improved self-rated health, and longevity. Inter...

I was a bestselling recipe writer - then burnout killed my appetite for food, and life. This is how I found my way back

Three years ago, I fell out of love with food. I didn’t want to shop, I didn’t want to cook. I ate for necessity, not pleasure. The ends of a loaf of bread. An apple. A glass of oat milk. Whatever leftovers were in the fridge. It wasn’t just food; everything around me had transformed into shades of monochrome. I couldn’t get out of bed most days, yet I couldn’t sleep. I was wired, tired and scrolling. I didn’t care much for whether the morning...

Run clubs are the new nightclubs, report finds

Strava's latest survey confirms more and more people are turning to fitness to socialise

Vegan diet could be linked to reduction in biological age, study suggests

The findings are based on a small study of 21 pairs of adult identical twins.

10 Facts About How Climate Change Affects Our Daily Lives

10 Facts About How Climate Change Affects Our Daily Lives

At the age of 50, Chloë Sevigny is still the ultimate It-girl

As she celebrates her milestone birthday, we explore what makes her style so revolutionary

Scientists discover that people who live past 90 have key differences in their blood

Centenarians have become the fastest-growing demographic group in the world, with numbers approximately doubling every 10 years since the 1970s. Many researchers have sought out the factors and contributors that determine a long and healthy life. The dissolution isn't new either, with Plato and Aristotle writing about the ageing process over 2,300 ...

I used to live on takeaways, now I’m a 51-year-old bodybuilder

Sarah Davies, 51, is not your average bodybuilder. The mother of one, who works full-time, picked up her intense training routine in midlife and “fell into it by accident”, she says. “I’d struggled with my weight from when I left school and discovered alcohol, boys and Chinese takeaways,” she says. “Throughout my 20s and 30s, I did all kinds of car...

Jo Malone: "Moving to a different country changed my life"

Thinking of moving abroad? In 2023, the perfumier moved to Dubai. Here, she explains how it shifted her perspective and why it's one of the most invigorating of decisions

Weight-loss drugs can improve kidney health, study finds

Weight-loss drugs can reduce the risk of worsening kidney function, kidney failure and dying from kidney disease by a fifth, according to a study. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are a family of medications that help people shed the pounds, manage blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes and prevent heart attacks and strokes in people with heart disease. But while the benefits of the drugs for treating obesity, type 2...

The fashion mistakes every middle-aged man needs to stop making

If our twenties are for sartorial experimentation and our thirties are about establishing a personal style, then our forties, fifties and beyond should be focused on consistency. Because nothing shouts “midlife crisis” like a middle-aged man bouncing between trends while wearing skin-tight trousers and overly stiff leather jackets. But that doesn’t...

TV plantswoman Carol Klein on how her garden helped her through breast cancer

TV plantswoman Carol Klein on how her garden helped her through breast cancer - She was back in her garden soon after surgery.

Rappers who achieved success beyond the studio and stage

Believe it or not, hip-hop was once considered as a fad, but over the past few decades, it has skyrocketed to become of music's biggest genres. When hip-hop first started, some aspiring MCs saw it as a creative outlet, while others saw it as a means to make a living.

7 reasons why you feel tired all the time

Almost half of people in the UK don't get enough sleep.

Interiors queen Matilda Goad's chic London home is a masterclass in trial and error

Interiors queen Matilda Goad's chic London home is a masterclass in trial and error - Matilda Goad shows us around her stylish family home — and explains why every space needs to feel a little bit ‘off’

Fun and functional: how phone wristlets became a must-have accessory

The fashion insider’s accessory is as pleasing to the eye as it is practical. The phone wristlet: often beaded and colourful, it offers a quick and easy update to one’s tech device, but is also useful in that, like the Nintendo Wii strap that once prevented us from shattering a television screen while playing virtual tennis, it keeps our most prized possession safe at a time when phone-snatching thefts are on the rise. With the average person...

The 2024 must-have items on your Christmas shopping list according to TikTok

, they say – and while we completely agree, there's always one aunt who tends to miss the mark (enter: self-help books and weight loss supplements).Gone are the days of destroying the family Argos catalogue with vicious circles scrawled around our Christmas wishes. It's all about TikTok now – which has pretty much taken over everything. It's become...

I walked for 90 minutes every day for two years — here’s what changed for me

Taking a low-impact walk every morning improved my mood, boosted my wellbeing and made me appreciate nature, and it didn't cost a thing.

'At 71, I transformed 50% of my body composition into muscle'

'My health isn’t all about the number on the scale—weight composition is more important'

10 things that made people realise they’re not ‘young’ anymore

Why stress can cause a stroke in midlife (and how to prevent it)

The colloquialism “you’ll give yourself a stroke” cuts a bit close to the bone these days – particularly if you’re middle-aged. Annual figures show a steep rise in strokes among those in their 50s, with experts blaming rising obesity, high cholesterol, diabetes and poor lifestyle. According to Dr Joseph Kwan, a specialist in hyperacute stroke and s...

How one health concern could predict Alzheimer’s disease decades before first symptoms occur

How one health concern could predict Alzheimer’s disease decades before first symptoms occur - Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of Americans and is one of the top 10 causes of death in the U.S.

Morning workouts: Ultimate start to healthy lifestyle

You can exercise at any convenient time, which is better than having no involvement in sports at all. Ideally, it should be done in the morning, and there are several reasons for this, according to Eat This, Not That! Helps to avoid distractions Exercising before a busy workday can help you avoid many distractions. Morning workouts before answering...

Obesity’s effects on relationships and health appear to be reduced in areas with higher prevalence

Individuals with obesity often encounter challenges in relationships, employment, and health, but a recent study published in Psychological Science has found that the severity of these issues can depend on where they live. The research found that in regions where obesity is more common, the associated social and health difficulties are less pronoun...

‘I’m 23, earn £60k and don’t ever worry about finances – this is how I spend my money’

I feel very lucky that I’ve grown up not often worrying about money, and I would say I’m neither particularly frugal nor a massive spender. I grew up abroad, and moved to Britain for university in 2019. Student life in a new country was intense, but I’ve always loved to travel and enjoyed my university experience so much I decided to stay in the UK...

India: Why mountain communities are switching to solar

Save money, cut pollution, and power your home sustainably. In Ladakh, solar energy is changing lives and shaping a cleaner future.

The daily habits that are damaging your hair and how to avoid them

The daily habits that are damaging your hair and how to avoid them - Here’s how to rebalance your hair’s microbiome

Will the junk food ad ban help consumers serve up healthier eating habits?

A waste of food and money? Efforts to improve the British diet and curb the obesity epidemic provide lots to chew over

Park runs boost life satisfaction and save money by improving well-being

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD New research shows that park runs not only increase physical activity and life satisfaction, particularly among the least active, but also offer cost-effective public health benefits, making them more impactful than traditional interventions. ...

The 7 Best Affordable Jumpers That Don’t Look (or Feel) Cheap

Achieve peak cosiness—and save some cash while you're at it

30 things Americans consider normal but no one else understands

A centenarian thrives living alone, active and engaged

"The future is here," the email announced. Hilda Jaffe, then 88, was letting her children know she planned to sell the family home in Verona, New Jersey. She'd decided to begin life anew — on her own — in a one-bedroom apartment in Hell's Kitchen in Manhattan. Fourteen years later, Jaffe, n...

Whoop Founder Shares Simple Health Hacks Which Could Ultimately Improve Your Golf

Will Ahmed - founder of wearable technology brand, Whoop - shares how you can play better golf by making small tweaks to your sleep and diet...

I’m 54 with a 35-year-old body. It all started because I gave up drinking

Personal trainer Annie Murray, 54, was not a problem drinker – she had drink-free days and never mixed her drinks. Yet, giving up completely has changed her life. Here, Annie, who is married with two children and lives in Steyning, West Sussex, reveals the milestone that tested her the most and how she transformed her body and her health. How drink...

Ultra-processed foods could be ageing you quicker

This research adds to the mounting evidence against UPFs

Jade Holland Cooper on what it takes to build a lifestyle empire

The founder reflects on the journey behind her eponymous brand

What a meat-only ‘carnivore diet’ does to your body

It can feel like carnivores are everywhere on social media these days, but what does cutting out all plants from the diet do to the body?

Where are the best places to retire in the UK?

Britons are living longer and dreaming of a better quality of life in retirement. Instead of quietly retreating to the garden, they’re seeking opportunities to meet new friends, travel and embrace new hobbies. Many also seek to downsize their home, seeing it as a natural step to unlock extra funds in later life. However, where to move can be a diff...

I go to bed at 8.30pm and sleep in a cage: One woman’s quest to live to 150

If you are an adult living in the UK today, chances are you will live to be around 80 (the average life expectancy is 79 for men and 83 for women), while children born today may live to 90. But at least one longevity expert based in Los Angeles plans to live to 150 – a potential increase of six decades – with the help of her biohack lifestyle. Kayl...

Natural polyphenol boosts mitochondrial function and muscle performance during aging

By Vijay Kumar Malesu Study uncovers a polyphenol's mechanism in enhancing mitochondrial calcium uptake and muscle bioenergetics during aging. Study: Mitochondrial calcium uptake declines during aging and is directly activated by oleuropein to boost energy metabolism and skelet...

Seven ways I transformed my style and beauty regime to feel great at 60

Turning 50 a decade ago, I felt mortified. Working in the ever-youthful fashion industry the pressure to be young went hand-in-hand with being “relevant”. Fast forward to now, and I’ve just hit 60. I’m still working in fashion PR and I’m staggered by how different I feel. Overlook me if you wish, but this is who I am: more confident, more fabulous,...

Have a home, or have a life? The brutal reality young adults face

Increasingly, Millennials and Gen Z are also being forced to make brutal choices about what they can and cannot afford to do

Low-carb diets exceed nutrient needs and promote heart health by improving key dietary ratios

By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. Discover how strategic low-carb meal plans not only meet your daily nutrient needs but also enhance heart health by optimizing vital fatty acid and sodium-potassium balances, challenging conventional dietary wisdom. Study: Nutrient analysis of th...

Stressed, sweaty and remorseful, I arrived late for dinner again – and then made a life-changing decision

If you had asked me to describe myself one year ago, I would have led with this: I am that person who is always late. I could have also said I am 5ft 7in and love coriander, but then you wouldn’t have been forewarned: being friends with me involves a lot of waiting. Ugh, sorry in advance. Then this happened. One day, I had an appointment just before meeting friends for dinner. When it ended early, I went straight to the restaurant and waited at...

Timing of meals impacts glucose tolerance and health

Although people have always said that having a light and early dinner is better, a study by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) and Columbia University has provided the scientific grounds for this argument. According to a study published in open access format by the Nature group journal N...